Welder/fabricator
Company
SECHABA AFRICA ENGINEERING AND PROJECTS
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
1 day ago
Via
Trabajo.org
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Job Description
The responsibilities of a boilermaker include casting and shaping pieces, testing complete boilers, and upgrading boilers to match environmental standards. To be successful as a boilermaker, you should be proficient in welding skills, be physically fit, and demonstrate good reading comprehension. Ultimately, a top-notch boilermaker should have the ability to detect and fix problems, excellent mechanical skills, and be able to work in tanks at any height. Boilermaker Responsibilities : Installing boilers into facilities.Reading blueprints for location, position, and dimensions. Completing maintenance documentation.Organizing and assembling boiling parts.Shaping and fabricating parts.Cleaning pressure vessel equipment. Inspecting equipment for proper functioning.Boilermaker Requirements : Technical and vocational education and training qualification. Apprentice training.Good mechanical aptitude.Excellent reading comprehension.Physical stamina. Requirements Minimum education level : Certificate Availability to travel : NoAvailability of change of residence
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
• *Salary**: From R14,000.00 per month
COVID-19 considerations:
YES
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Johannesburg North, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
• *Salary**: From R14,000.00 per month
COVID-19 considerations:
YES
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Johannesburg North, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
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.
