Electrician / Millwright (Permanent)
Company
Staffsols
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
17 days ago
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Job Description
Job Title: Electrician / Millwright Start Date: 2026-07-27 - 2026-08-26 Vacancy Type: Permanent PE006604 Sectors: Manufacturing Location: Eastern Cape , Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth Salary: Brief: electrician|maintenance planning|mechanical|millwright Our client is looking for an Electrician or Millwright to perform electrical engineering inspections, repairs, and maintenance on equipment, assets, and infrastructure to minimise breakdowns and ensure efficient production operations. Skills electrician maintenance planning mechanical millwright Detail: Key Responsibilities Repairs Diagnose root causes of equipment failures and carry out repairs efficiently. Minimise equipment downtime and prevent further damage through prompt fault rectification. Ensure optimal equipment performance by applying relevant technical and engineering standards. Complete and close all maintenance job cards upon completion of work. Support Production by proactively identifying potential issues and resolving process-related problems. Provide reports to the Maintenance Supervisor on repairs, production support, and downtime. Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation. Maintenance Conduct first-off inspections and daily equipment checks on process changes. Perform predictive, preventative, and planned maintenance inspections. Diagnose equipment issues and carry out required maintenance work. Coordinate maintenance schedules with Supervisors and Production teams. Ensure availability of parts required for maintenance activities. Report unusual equipment conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor. Training Assist with the training and development of Apprentices. Prepare training equipment and machines for practical learning. Support corrective maintenance training initiatives. Compliance Operate according to company controls, procedures, and safety standards. Identify and report risks or areas of concern to management. Promote compliance with all applicable regulations and operational procedures. Support the prevention of wasteful and irregular expenditure. Cost Control Support the effective and responsible use of company resources. Monitor expenditure and assist in reducing unnecessary costs. Report budget deviations to management where required. Customer Service Maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers. Deliver high-quality service and support. Identify and resolve problems professionally and with integrity. Minimise rework, discrepancies, and service-related issues. Job Specifications Qualifications Minimum Requirements Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) Trade Test: Electrician or Millwright (NQF 5) Experience Minimum Requirements Up to 3 years' technical and electrical maintenance experience as an Electrician in a manufacturing environment. Technical Competencies Basic computer literacy (MS Office, SAP, ERP systems, and related software) Knowledge of maintenance practices, methodologies, SOPs, and technical standards Understanding of housekeeping and safety principles show more... For more information please contact: Kieza Smith Apply
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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.
