Company
Tongaat Hulett
Location
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job description
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo supply a service to the other Departments in the Factory by manufacturing or repairing equipment to a high standard of Engineering practice and procedure.To perform all round machine shop machining activitiesProduction of new components as outlined from engineering drawingsReading and interpreting engineering drawingsDrill PressCut off machine and relevant equipment and tools relating.Milling Machine and TurningCentre lathe and Milling works in performing refurbishment of machine components Fault Finding and DiagnosisPerform maintenance requirements regularlyQualifications, Experience And Personal QualitiesMatric, N3 with Trade CertificateMinimum of 3 years in a similar position within a factory environmentMust have heavy experience, be able to work under minimal supervision in a high demanding environmentHave good communication skills, must be able to read and write EnglishAnd must display positive attitude towards safety.
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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