Company
Sappi
Location
Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job type
Full-time
Posted
38 days ago
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Job description
Do you see solutions where others see problems? Sappi is recruiting and you could become part of our innovative, solutions-driven company with your unique skillset.If you are ready to accelerate your career, we are looking for the right talent within our engineering and technical pipeline. We have several opportunities at our business, based in the beautiful provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga, with great lifestyle choices for you and your family.We’re Looking ForMaintenance EngineersMechanical EngineersElectrical/Electronic EngineersInstruments & Automation EngineerReliability EngineersBusiness Process & Systems EngineersChemical & Process EngineersMechatronic EngineersOther Technical positionsIf you are resilient and energetic and looking for a new challenge at competitive market rates, click on apply now to put your name in the pool.
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs in South Africa
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour