1162) Senior Artisan: Plumber
Company
South African Reserve Bank
Location
Pretoria
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
**Brief description**
The main purpose of this position is to maintain and install mechanical sub-systems (wet services) to optimise building systems at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Head Office.
• *Detailed description**
- Engage in short-term planning.
- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance in the mechanical sub-systems (wet services) and/or equipment and determine possible component failure to enhance system capability.
- Test all work and close off the assigned job cards on maintenance and project work.
- Interpret the work instructions and drawings relating to construction, alterations modifications, enhancement maintenance and operational projects.
- Perform quality assurance on the work done by external service providers for adherence to industry requirements and report to the supervisor.
- Prepare and submit weekly reports using standard templates (job cards and non
- conformance reports), highlighting the work completed and problem areas.
- Engage positively with clients and other stakeholders, including dealing with complaints and compliments.
- Address any gaps in your own performance of tasks and activities against the required standard(s).
- Do maintenance standby duties as and when required.
The main purpose of this position is to maintain and install mechanical sub-systems (wet services) to optimise building systems at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Head Office.
• *Detailed description**
- Engage in short-term planning.
- Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance in the mechanical sub-systems (wet services) and/or equipment and determine possible component failure to enhance system capability.
- Test all work and close off the assigned job cards on maintenance and project work.
- Interpret the work instructions and drawings relating to construction, alterations modifications, enhancement maintenance and operational projects.
- Perform quality assurance on the work done by external service providers for adherence to industry requirements and report to the supervisor.
- Prepare and submit weekly reports using standard templates (job cards and non
- conformance reports), highlighting the work completed and problem areas.
- Engage positively with clients and other stakeholders, including dealing with complaints and compliments.
- Address any gaps in your own performance of tasks and activities against the required standard(s).
- Do maintenance standby duties as and when required.
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.
