WELDERS / BOILERMAKERS - ARTISANS
Company
KETHELO GROUP
Location
Cape Town
Salary
R 17,9K–R 23,2K a month
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Job Mail
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Welding & Fabrication Duties
• Fit components according to drawings and process quality plans.
• Lay out, position, align and secure parts and assemblies prior to welding.
• Prepare components for welding according to specifications.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic equipment in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
• Repair machinery and components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
Equipment Operation
• Recognize, set up and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade.
• Determine appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
Inspection & Measurement
• Record accurate component dimensions using calibrated instruments.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure to ensure
Welding & Fabrication Duties
• Fit components according to drawings and process quality plans.
• Lay out, position, align and secure parts and assemblies prior to welding.
• Prepare components for welding according to specifications.
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic equipment in flat, vertical and overhead positions.
• Repair machinery and components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
Equipment Operation
• Recognize, set up and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade.
• Determine appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Monitor machinery for appropriate usage and temperature.
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
Inspection & Measurement
• Record accurate component dimensions using calibrated instruments.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure to ensure
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.
