Workshop Cleaner
Company
Signa Opportunity
Location
Johannesburg
Job Type
Part-time
Via
Adzuna
Job Description
Signa Opportunity is recruiting unemployed youth for quality workplace experience through the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative.
About the YES Initiative
The initiative was launched by the President in 2018 and is a partnership with the government and labour department to collectively devise a national plan to build economic pathways for South Africa’s youth by creating workplace opportunities for South African youth over a period of 12 months.
Position: Workshop Cleaner
Stipend: R5 500.00
Location: Boksburg
Workshop Cleaner:
Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment. Ensure compliance with the Company's Health & Safety Policy and Procedures, as well as the company’s Safe Work and ISO-related procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform general cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, waste disposal, and restroom maintenance, to ensure all areas remain clean and hygienic.
• Comply with all safety regulations, including the proper use of PPE and the safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Maintain all cleaning tools, materials, and supplies in good working condition, and promptly report any faults, shortages, or maintenance requirements to the Supervisor.
• Interact professionally with staff and visitors while supporting overall site operations and promoting a positive work environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop at all times.
• Adhere to the company’s Health & Safety Policy and Procedures, ensuring compliance with Safe Work and ISO-related standards.
Requirements:
• South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
• Matric
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, materials, and equipment.
• Exposure to heavy machinery or industrial workspaces (advantageous).
Skills and Competencies:
• Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene standards in an industrial setting.
• Ability to safely handle cleaning equipment (e.g., industrial vacuums, pressure washers).
• Understanding of correct disposal methods for hazardous materials (oil, grease, waste).
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual tasks.
• Attention to detail to maintain cleanliness in high-use areas.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety regulations.
Personal Attributes:
• Responsible and trustworthy.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Safety-conscious, with a willingness to wear PPE at all times.
• Team player but able to work independently.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist where needed.
Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.
About the YES Initiative
The initiative was launched by the President in 2018 and is a partnership with the government and labour department to collectively devise a national plan to build economic pathways for South Africa’s youth by creating workplace opportunities for South African youth over a period of 12 months.
Position: Workshop Cleaner
Stipend: R5 500.00
Location: Boksburg
Workshop Cleaner:
Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment. Ensure compliance with the Company's Health & Safety Policy and Procedures, as well as the company’s Safe Work and ISO-related procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform general cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, waste disposal, and restroom maintenance, to ensure all areas remain clean and hygienic.
• Comply with all safety regulations, including the proper use of PPE and the safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Maintain all cleaning tools, materials, and supplies in good working condition, and promptly report any faults, shortages, or maintenance requirements to the Supervisor.
• Interact professionally with staff and visitors while supporting overall site operations and promoting a positive work environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop at all times.
• Adhere to the company’s Health & Safety Policy and Procedures, ensuring compliance with Safe Work and ISO-related standards.
Requirements:
• South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
• Matric
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, materials, and equipment.
• Exposure to heavy machinery or industrial workspaces (advantageous).
Skills and Competencies:
• Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene standards in an industrial setting.
• Ability to safely handle cleaning equipment (e.g., industrial vacuums, pressure washers).
• Understanding of correct disposal methods for hazardous materials (oil, grease, waste).
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual tasks.
• Attention to detail to maintain cleanliness in high-use areas.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety regulations.
Personal Attributes:
• Responsible and trustworthy.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Safety-conscious, with a willingness to wear PPE at all times.
• Team player but able to work independently.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist where needed.
Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
