Electrician

Electrician


Company
JC Growth Solutions
Location
Polokwane
Posted
25 days ago
Via
Trabajo.org
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Job Description
**Electrician: Polokwane**

Basic salary negotiable
• *Requirements**:

- Trade certificate in the Electrical industry.
- Master Wireman License would be an advantage
- 5 years Experience in the industry
• *Responsibilities**:
- Install, repair, and replace electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures within buildings.
- Implement conduits and pipes for electrical installations.
- Ensure compliance with electrical codes for all conduit and pipe installations.
- Install circuit breakers and other essential electrical hardware.
- Establish connections between electrical systems and power lines to supply electricity to buildings.
- Conduct thorough testing of electrical systems to verify proper installation and functionality.
- Perform detailed inspections of electrical systems to identify any necessary repairs.
- Replace conduits, wiring, and circuit breakers as required.
- Execute routine electrical maintenance tasks to uphold system performance.
- Employ appropriate testing devices to troubleshoot electrical issues effectively.
- Maintain meticulous records and documentation, and produce reports as necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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