Machine Operator: Welding
Company
PERI
Location
Durban
Posted
18 days ago
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Adzuna
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Job Description
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, 4400
Company: PERI Formwork Scaffolding (Pty) Ltd
Machine Operator: Welding
Cleaning & Repair Coastal North
Short Description
There is an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operator: Welding at our Durban branch.
Role summary:
Welding, fabrication, cutting, measuring and maintenance of PERI steel components.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures and understanding how the final product should look.
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws structural imperfections in the metal.
Maintain equipment in a good condition that does not compromise safety.
Welders need to make clean lines and cuts when welding. Paying attention to the job at hand is necessary.
Keep tools and equipment in good repair and being responsible.
Carry out PERI company health & safety procedures at all times.
Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
Working closely with other teams/supervisors/managers to ensure consistent, efficient and working practices.
Other manual duties as directed, must be willing to work with other departments, carrying out different duties as required.
Experience:
Welding certificate
Previous welding experience
MIG welding Experience
Boilermaker experience will be an advantage
Apply online peri.com/career
PERI Group Formwork Scaffolding Engineering Recruiting Team
Company: PERI Formwork Scaffolding (Pty) Ltd
Machine Operator: Welding
Cleaning & Repair Coastal North
Short Description
There is an exciting opportunity for a Machine Operator: Welding at our Durban branch.
Role summary:
Welding, fabrication, cutting, measuring and maintenance of PERI steel components.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures and understanding how the final product should look.
Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws structural imperfections in the metal.
Maintain equipment in a good condition that does not compromise safety.
Welders need to make clean lines and cuts when welding. Paying attention to the job at hand is necessary.
Keep tools and equipment in good repair and being responsible.
Carry out PERI company health & safety procedures at all times.
Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
Working closely with other teams/supervisors/managers to ensure consistent, efficient and working practices.
Other manual duties as directed, must be willing to work with other departments, carrying out different duties as required.
Experience:
Welding certificate
Previous welding experience
MIG welding Experience
Boilermaker experience will be an advantage
Apply online peri.com/career
PERI Group Formwork Scaffolding Engineering Recruiting Team
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.
