Welder - Petrochemical Industry
Company
Invision HR
Location
Cape Town
Job Type
Contractor
Posted
6 days ago
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via BeBee
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Job Description
We are looking for highly skilled and versatile
Welders to join upcoming petrochemical projects across South Africa and Namibia. We are hiring
Coded
,
Plate and
Pipe Welders.
This role ensures that all welding activities meet the highest quality, safety, and operational standards while supporting project deliverables in high-risk industrial environments such as fuel storage depots and refineries.
• Department: Projects
• Location: Various locations within South Africa and/or Namibia
• Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract
• Reports To: Construction Manager / Site Supervisor
Key Responsibilities
• Perform pipe, plate, structural, and coded welding according to project specifications fabrication drawings, and isometric drawings
• Confirm accurate alignment, joint integrity, and fit-up of piping systems and structures
• Maintain a 0% failure rate (pass rigorous NDT/X-ray inspections)
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and compliance in all welding activities
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, QA/QC, scaffolding, and mechanical teams to achieve project goals
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and compliant with site regulations
• Follow all safety protocols, HSE procedures, and ISO/QCP guidelines (including permit-to-work systems)
• Promptly report deviations, non-conformances, and potential hazards
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Quality of Fabrication &
• Installation: Accuracy of fabricated structures and piping against drawings, QCPs, and project specifications.
Target: Zero defects, reworks, or NCRs
• Adherence to Project Schedule: Completion of fabrication and installation tasks within planned timeframes (daily/weekly progress vs project schedule)
• Safety Compliance &
• Incident Prevention: Compliance with site-specific HSE procedures, permit-to-work, PPE adherence, and safe working practices.
Target: Zero safety deviations and zero incidents/near-misses
• Workmanship Efficiency &
• Productivity: Output of work per shift in relation to allocated tasks (fit-up time, fabrication speed, and installation efficiency)
• Reporting &
• Communication Accuracy: Timely reporting of hazards, deviations, and work progress to supervisors and QA/QC
Requirements
Qualifications:
• Recognised Welding certification (Red Seal or equivalent) in relevant welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, etc.)
• Proof of recent certification to an ASME IX or AWS D1.1 welding procedure in 4G (Plate) and/or 6G (Pipe) positions
• Strong understanding of Permit-to-Work Systems
• Valid Working at Heights training certificate
• Valid Confined Space Entry training certificate
• Valid driver's license
Experience:
• Minimum 2 - 5 years as a Pipe, Plate, or Coded Welder in industrial or petrochemical environments
• Prior experience in petrochemical, fuel terminal, or high-risk industrial environments is highly preferred (e.g., tank repair, refurbishment, fabrication, and piping installation)
• Cross-functional experience coordinating with scaffolding, painting, civil, QA/QC, and safety teams
Skills &
• Knowledge:
• Expertise in welding techniques (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW) and joint preparation
• Ability to read and interpret isometric, technical, and fabrication drawings
• Familiarity with alignment, fit-up, and NDT inspection procedures
• Understanding of ISO-compliant QCPs, emergency responses in hazardous
• environments, and working with flammable materials
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
Competencies:
• Adaptable &
• Alert: Adjusts effectively to changing site conditions and proactively identifies hazards
• Calm under Pressure: Responds to dynamic environments and emergencies with composure
• Humble &
• Respectful: Open to learning, collaborative, and treats all stakeholders with professionalism
• Quick Thinking: Makes timely, effective decisions in challenging situations
Welders to join upcoming petrochemical projects across South Africa and Namibia. We are hiring
Coded
,
Plate and
Pipe Welders.
This role ensures that all welding activities meet the highest quality, safety, and operational standards while supporting project deliverables in high-risk industrial environments such as fuel storage depots and refineries.
• Department: Projects
• Location: Various locations within South Africa and/or Namibia
• Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract
• Reports To: Construction Manager / Site Supervisor
Key Responsibilities
• Perform pipe, plate, structural, and coded welding according to project specifications fabrication drawings, and isometric drawings
• Confirm accurate alignment, joint integrity, and fit-up of piping systems and structures
• Maintain a 0% failure rate (pass rigorous NDT/X-ray inspections)
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and compliance in all welding activities
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, QA/QC, scaffolding, and mechanical teams to achieve project goals
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and compliant with site regulations
• Follow all safety protocols, HSE procedures, and ISO/QCP guidelines (including permit-to-work systems)
• Promptly report deviations, non-conformances, and potential hazards
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Quality of Fabrication &
• Installation: Accuracy of fabricated structures and piping against drawings, QCPs, and project specifications.
Target: Zero defects, reworks, or NCRs
• Adherence to Project Schedule: Completion of fabrication and installation tasks within planned timeframes (daily/weekly progress vs project schedule)
• Safety Compliance &
• Incident Prevention: Compliance with site-specific HSE procedures, permit-to-work, PPE adherence, and safe working practices.
Target: Zero safety deviations and zero incidents/near-misses
• Workmanship Efficiency &
• Productivity: Output of work per shift in relation to allocated tasks (fit-up time, fabrication speed, and installation efficiency)
• Reporting &
• Communication Accuracy: Timely reporting of hazards, deviations, and work progress to supervisors and QA/QC
Requirements
Qualifications:
• Recognised Welding certification (Red Seal or equivalent) in relevant welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, etc.)
• Proof of recent certification to an ASME IX or AWS D1.1 welding procedure in 4G (Plate) and/or 6G (Pipe) positions
• Strong understanding of Permit-to-Work Systems
• Valid Working at Heights training certificate
• Valid Confined Space Entry training certificate
• Valid driver's license
Experience:
• Minimum 2 - 5 years as a Pipe, Plate, or Coded Welder in industrial or petrochemical environments
• Prior experience in petrochemical, fuel terminal, or high-risk industrial environments is highly preferred (e.g., tank repair, refurbishment, fabrication, and piping installation)
• Cross-functional experience coordinating with scaffolding, painting, civil, QA/QC, and safety teams
Skills &
• Knowledge:
• Expertise in welding techniques (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW) and joint preparation
• Ability to read and interpret isometric, technical, and fabrication drawings
• Familiarity with alignment, fit-up, and NDT inspection procedures
• Understanding of ISO-compliant QCPs, emergency responses in hazardous
• environments, and working with flammable materials
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
Competencies:
• Adaptable &
• Alert: Adjusts effectively to changing site conditions and proactively identifies hazards
• Calm under Pressure: Responds to dynamic environments and emergencies with composure
• Humble &
• Respectful: Open to learning, collaborative, and treats all stakeholders with professionalism
• Quick Thinking: Makes timely, effective decisions in challenging situations
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.
