Welder
Company
Talent 101(Pty)Ltd
Location
Durban
Posted
30 days ago
Via
BeBee ZA
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Job Description
We're Hiring:
Welder | Steel and Fabrication
Location:
Pinetown, Durban
Environment:
Fast-paced, high-performing FMCG / Manufacturing
Salary:
To be discussed (based on experience)
We're looking for a skilled Welder who takes pride in quality workmanship, safety, and supporting production in a demanding manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities include:
• Measuring, cutting, and welding materials to specification
• Inspecting finished work to meet tolerance and blueprint standards
• Supporting breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime
• Maintaining workshop safety and efficiency
• Managing priorities to meet deadlines and reduce non-conformance
Requirements:
Proven welding experience with quality output
FMCG / Manufacturing environment experience
Strong attention to detail and time management
Commitment to safety and teamwork
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Human Resources Services
Welder | Steel and Fabrication
Location:
Pinetown, Durban
Environment:
Fast-paced, high-performing FMCG / Manufacturing
Salary:
To be discussed (based on experience)
We're looking for a skilled Welder who takes pride in quality workmanship, safety, and supporting production in a demanding manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities include:
• Measuring, cutting, and welding materials to specification
• Inspecting finished work to meet tolerance and blueprint standards
• Supporting breakdowns to ensure minimal downtime
• Maintaining workshop safety and efficiency
• Managing priorities to meet deadlines and reduce non-conformance
Requirements:
Proven welding experience with quality output
FMCG / Manufacturing environment experience
Strong attention to detail and time management
Commitment to safety and teamwork
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Human Resources Services
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.
