CO2 welder
Company
Greys Personnel
Location
Durban
Posted
1 day ago
Via
Trabajo.org
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Job Description
Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 10 / Matric (preferred).
• Welding certification (MIG/COâ welding qualification).
• 25 years experience as a COâ/MIG welder (preferably in manufacturing or engineering environment).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Knowledge of welding safety standards and procedures.
• Strong welding and fabrication skills.
• Good attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform COâ (MIG) welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and other metals.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Prepare materials for welding (cutting, grinding, cleaning).
• Set up and operate welding machines and related equipment.
• Inspect welds for accuracy, strength, and quality.
• Repair defective welds and structures as required.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Work within production timelines and meet daily targets.
How to apply:
•
• Grade 10 / Matric (preferred).
• Welding certification (MIG/COâ welding qualification).
• 25 years experience as a COâ/MIG welder (preferably in manufacturing or engineering environment).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Knowledge of welding safety standards and procedures.
• Strong welding and fabrication skills.
• Good attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform COâ (MIG) welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and other metals.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Prepare materials for welding (cutting, grinding, cleaning).
• Set up and operate welding machines and related equipment.
• Inspect welds for accuracy, strength, and quality.
• Repair defective welds and structures as required.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Work within production timelines and meet daily targets.
How to apply:
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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.
