Submerge Welder
Company
Greys Recruitment Agency
Location
Durban
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Jobted
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Job Description
Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 10 / Matric (preferred).
• Relevant welding certification (SAW qualification highly advantageous).
• Minimum 35 years experience in submerged arc welding.
• Experience in heavy engineering, fabrication, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of submerged arc welding processes.
• Attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Good hand-eye coordination and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Problem-solving and fault-finding ability.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures
Key Responsibilities:
• Set up and operate submerged arc welding equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Prepare materials by cleaning, cutting, and aligning components.
• Perform welding on thick steel plates, pipes, or structural components.
• Monitor welding process parameters (voltage, current, speed, flux).
• Ensure weld quality meets required standards and specifications.
• Conduct visual inspections and assist with non-destructive testing (NDT) where required.
• Maintain welding equipment and report faults or breakdowns.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Complete job cards, production reports, and quality documentation.
How to apply:
•
• Grade 10 / Matric (preferred).
• Relevant welding certification (SAW qualification highly advantageous).
• Minimum 35 years experience in submerged arc welding.
• Experience in heavy engineering, fabrication, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong knowledge of submerged arc welding processes.
• Attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Good hand-eye coordination and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Problem-solving and fault-finding ability.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures
Key Responsibilities:
• Set up and operate submerged arc welding equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Prepare materials by cleaning, cutting, and aligning components.
• Perform welding on thick steel plates, pipes, or structural components.
• Monitor welding process parameters (voltage, current, speed, flux).
• Ensure weld quality meets required standards and specifications.
• Conduct visual inspections and assist with non-destructive testing (NDT) where required.
• Maintain welding equipment and report faults or breakdowns.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Complete job cards, production reports, and quality documentation.
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.
