Apprentice Welder
Company
Work-Force
Location
Cape Town
Posted
9 days ago
Via
via Jooble
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Job Description
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career in welding? We are offering an exciting Apprentice Welder position in Cape Town for individuals eager to learn and grow in this dynamic field. This role provides comprehensive hands-on training and practical experience in a variety of welding processes. If you’re passionate about developing your skills and working with metal, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Join our team and kickstart your journey toward becoming a skilled welder, with the support and mentorship of experienced professionals.
Key Responsibilities
As an Apprentice Welder, you’ll take on important tasks that will help you develop your welding skills:
1. Assisting with Welding Projects
• Assist experienced welders with various welding tasks, ensuring proper techniques are applied to each project.
• Help with preparing, cleaning, and inspecting metal surfaces before welding, ensuring they are ready for the process.
2. Learning Welding Techniques
• Learn and apply different welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and arc welding, while adhering to industry safety practices.
• Gain valuable insights into welding standards and quality control, ensuring the best results for every project.
3. Tool and Equipment Maintenance
• Assist in maintaining tools, welding equipment, and work areas to ensure a safe and efficient workspace.
• Learn the proper care of welding tools and machinery to extend their longevity and functionality.
4. Team Collaboration
• Follow instructions from senior welders and work as part of a cohesive team to complete welding projects on time and to specification.
• Participate in training sessions to further enhance your technical skills and knowledge.
Qualifications
To succeed as an Apprentice Welder, you should have the following qualifications:
• Enrollment in Apprenticeship : You must be enrolled in a Welding Apprenticeship Program or a relevant technical course.
• Welding Knowledge : A basic understanding of welding principles and safety practices is essential.
• Willingness to Learn : Strong desire to learn, follow instructions, and develop your skills in welding.
• Manual Dexterity : Good manual skills and attention to detail are crucial when working with precision tools and metal surfaces.
• Experience : Previous experience or internships in welding are a plus, but not required.
Why Join Us?
By joining our team as an Apprentice Welder, you will benefit from:
• Hands-On Training : Gain practical, real-world experience in welding under the guidance of industry professionals.
• Career Development : Opportunities for growth as you hone your welding techniques and increase your expertise.
• Collaborative Environment : Work in a supportive team that values learning, safety, and quality craftsmanship.
How to Apply
Are you ready to ignite your welding career in Cape Town? Apply today for the Apprentice Welder position and take the first step toward becoming a skilled welder!
Shape Your Future – Apply Now!
Join our team and kickstart your journey toward becoming a skilled welder, with the support and mentorship of experienced professionals.
Key Responsibilities
As an Apprentice Welder, you’ll take on important tasks that will help you develop your welding skills:
1. Assisting with Welding Projects
• Assist experienced welders with various welding tasks, ensuring proper techniques are applied to each project.
• Help with preparing, cleaning, and inspecting metal surfaces before welding, ensuring they are ready for the process.
2. Learning Welding Techniques
• Learn and apply different welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and arc welding, while adhering to industry safety practices.
• Gain valuable insights into welding standards and quality control, ensuring the best results for every project.
3. Tool and Equipment Maintenance
• Assist in maintaining tools, welding equipment, and work areas to ensure a safe and efficient workspace.
• Learn the proper care of welding tools and machinery to extend their longevity and functionality.
4. Team Collaboration
• Follow instructions from senior welders and work as part of a cohesive team to complete welding projects on time and to specification.
• Participate in training sessions to further enhance your technical skills and knowledge.
Qualifications
To succeed as an Apprentice Welder, you should have the following qualifications:
• Enrollment in Apprenticeship : You must be enrolled in a Welding Apprenticeship Program or a relevant technical course.
• Welding Knowledge : A basic understanding of welding principles and safety practices is essential.
• Willingness to Learn : Strong desire to learn, follow instructions, and develop your skills in welding.
• Manual Dexterity : Good manual skills and attention to detail are crucial when working with precision tools and metal surfaces.
• Experience : Previous experience or internships in welding are a plus, but not required.
Why Join Us?
By joining our team as an Apprentice Welder, you will benefit from:
• Hands-On Training : Gain practical, real-world experience in welding under the guidance of industry professionals.
• Career Development : Opportunities for growth as you hone your welding techniques and increase your expertise.
• Collaborative Environment : Work in a supportive team that values learning, safety, and quality craftsmanship.
How to Apply
Are you ready to ignite your welding career in Cape Town? Apply today for the Apprentice Welder position and take the first step toward becoming a skilled welder!
Shape Your Future – Apply Now!
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.
