Electrician Ref: 4298
Company
NDC Personnel
Location
Cape Town
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via Executive Placements ☑️
Job Description
To be considered, candidates should have Matric, a minimum N2 (Electrical) qualification (N3 preferred), and a Red Seal Electrical Trade Test. This role requires 5 years of relevant maintenance experience (manufacturing exposure preferred) and knowledge of PLCs. Candidates should be computer literate and have the ability to work independently under pressure. To start the application process, send your CV to NDC Personnel and Contractors: / NDC Personnel & Contractors adheres to the requirements of the POPI Act. If you have not heard from us within 14 days from applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
