Boilermaker Welder (Trailers)
Company
Reinhardt
Location
Durban
Via
Jooble
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Job Description
A career opportunity exists at REINHARDT TRANSPORT GROUP Technical Services DURBAN for the position of:
BOILERMAKER / WELDER (Trailers)
Job Summary (not limited to):
• Knowledge and skill of Co2 welding
• Experience in cutting with a cutting torch
• Spray Painting skills
Minimum Requirement:
• 5 Years experience in Welding / Boilermaking including fabrication grinding cutting and use of hand tools in the trailer manufacturing / maintenance industry.
• Technical knowledge of trailers will be an advantage
• Own toolbox is compulsory
• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Computer Literate
• Valid drivers license (candidates without a valid drivers license will not be considered)
• Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans
• Have own transport
• *Please note that a practical test will form part of the assessment process. The candidate must provide his own PPE and basic hand tools on the assessment date.
Remuneration:
To be discussed in the interview
• *Please apply here or e-mail your CV to only with BOILERMAKER / WELDER Durban in the subject line.
Applications will close on Friday 23 rd January 2026 at the close of business.
BOILERMAKER / WELDER (Trailers)
Job Summary (not limited to):
• Knowledge and skill of Co2 welding
• Experience in cutting with a cutting torch
• Spray Painting skills
Minimum Requirement:
• 5 Years experience in Welding / Boilermaking including fabrication grinding cutting and use of hand tools in the trailer manufacturing / maintenance industry.
• Technical knowledge of trailers will be an advantage
• Own toolbox is compulsory
• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Computer Literate
• Valid drivers license (candidates without a valid drivers license will not be considered)
• Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans
• Have own transport
• *Please note that a practical test will form part of the assessment process. The candidate must provide his own PPE and basic hand tools on the assessment date.
Remuneration:
To be discussed in the interview
• *Please apply here or e-mail your CV to only with BOILERMAKER / WELDER Durban in the subject line.
Applications will close on Friday 23 rd January 2026 at the close of business.
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.
