ARPL

Johannesburg, South Africa
ARPL
Company
AB InBev Africa
Location
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Job type
Full-time
Posted
106 days ago
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Job description
Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?Key Purpose:The SAB ARPL (Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning) Accredited Technical Training Centre has a broad range of trade opportunities for individuals looking to complete and obtain their trade test qualifications. Upon registration, candidates will be evaluated on the ARPL assessment criteria at the SAB Technical Training Centre in Rosslyn- Gauteng, complete the gap training, as well as be prepared for a trade test governed/Accredited by QCTO NAMB DHET and ultimately become a qualified, experienced artisan.Minimum Requirements:N2 Certificate including the relevant trade theory subjects and a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience; ORTechnical trade theory programs quality assured by a SETA deemed to be at NQF level 3 and a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience; ORRelevant Engineering NCV at NQF level 3 and a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience; ORRelevant engineering NCV 4 plus completion of all relevant work experience modules and a minimum of 18-months relevant work experience; ORTechnical Grade 12 with Maths, Science, and related trade theory subject and a minimum of 3 years relevant work experience; ORGrade 9 and a minimum of 4 years relevant work experience; ORRelevant (directly related to the trade theory subjects) N6 certificate OR National Technical Diploma (T,S or N stream) with 18 months relevant work experienceTrades Offered:MillwrightFitter & TurnerFitterElectricalInstrumentation & ControlRegistration requirements:CV Company letter specifying trade experience (attach to your application)Certified copy of IDCertified copy of highest qualificationsAdditional information:SAB is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with SAB employment equity plan and talent requirements.The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/ relevant information as criteria for short listing.

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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