Qualified Boilermaker/ Welder  - Red Seal Certificate

Qualified Boilermaker/ Welder - Red Seal Certificate


Company
Diverse Consulting Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
26 days ago
Via
via Job Mail

Job Description
Boilermaker/ Welder Artisan with a Red Seal Certificate near just near Roodepoort
Must be willing to relocate to the Companies premises in Johannesburg North near Roodepoort
• *Both positions are 3 months’ probation, leading to a Permanent Position after 3 months review
Will be reporting to the Production Manager

Must be able to start as soon as possible
Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle.

Must have a Matric / Grade 12
Must be a Qualified Red Seal Boilermaker Or Welder, Preferably from Olifantsfontein ( SA qualification)

Must be bilingual speaking, including Afrikaans speaking

Non-smokers and drinkers will be an advantage.
Must be willing to work overtime when needed in the week and weekends - will get overtime pay

Applicants will be doing Practical Test, which is not negotiable

Must have minimum 5 years working experience as a Boilermaker OR welder, and must have experience in TIG/ welding, with mild steel and stainless steel.

Must have excellent work experience in MIG or CO2 welding.

Must have very good work experience in reading drawings, lay outs - essential

Must have working experience in building machines and Jigs, will be big advantage!

Self-motivator independent artisans, team player, must have a good attitude

Monthly Salary offered: R100 to R120 per hour) + plus overtime pay when overtime is worked
• * Salary package is dependent on skills, Qualifications and years of relevant experience only**)

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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