Millwright

Cape Town, South Africa
Millwright
Company
Astral Foods Ltd
Location
Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa
Job type
Full-time
Posted
32 days ago
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Job description
Astral, a leading South African integrated poultry producer, has Millwright opportunity at County Fair, Primary Processing Plant Fisantekraal.The primary focus of this position is to perform routine and scheduled maintenance in the plant.QualificationsMillwright Trade Certificate (Section 13 and served apprenticeship)Minimum N4 qualification in the relevant fieldWiremen’s license will be advantageousPLC and VSDs certificate and experience will be advantageousExperiencePrevious experience in a FMCG environmentComputer literacy: basic MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook)Other RequirementsMust be a team player and able to work with minimal supervisionWilling to work shifts and overtimeFluent in English and an additional official languageExcellent verbal and written communication skillsThe ability to work in a highly pressurized environmentMust be deadline drivenMust have own reliable transportThe Ideal Candidate Would Be Responsible ForRoutine and scheduled maintenance in the plantAttend to electrical and mechanical maintenance on machinery in the plant Dismantle, move, assemble, install and align equipment and machineryEnsure electrical reticulation is maintained in good working orderRepair and lubricate machinery and equipmentFault finding and repairs in the plantRepair basic electrical circuitry and components and testing of units to evaluate electrical and mechanical operationNew installations, modifications, upgrades and repairs to machinery and systemsMaintain plant and equipment in a safe and acceptable overall conditionImplementing of 20 Keys/ HACCP/ Risk Control and apply general housekeeping rules

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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