Registered Installer Electrician
Company
Fundisani Construction and Projects
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
Install: Distribution boards (DB boards) Plug points & light switches Lighting systems Isolators Circuit breakers Conduits & trunking 2. Reading & Interpreting Plans Read electrical drawings and layouts Follow building plans and wiring diagrams Measure and mark installation points 3. Cable Work Pull, lay and connect cables Install cable trays and conduits Perform jointing and termination 4. Equipment Installation Install and connect: Geysers Stoves Air conditioners Motors Pumps Backup systems (inverters / generators) 5. Testing & Inspection Test installations for: Continuity Insulation resistance Earth leakage Voltage correctness Ensure compliance with safety standards like: South African Bureau of Standards (SANS 10142) 6. Fault Finding Diagnose electrical faults Repair damaged wiring Replace faulty components 7. Compliance & Certification Ensure installation meets regulations Prepare for inspections Assist in issuing: Certificate of Compliance (COC) 8. Maintenance Work Perform preventative maintenance Upgrade old electrical systems Replace outdated equipment 9. Safety Responsibilities Follow lock-out procedures Use PPE correctly Ensure safe work environment Prevent electrical hazards 10. Team & Site Duties Work with: Builders Engineers Plumbers Site supervisors Keep site clean and organized Report progress to supervisor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R8 500,00 - R12 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R8 500,00 - R12 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
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.
