Welder
Company
Lupo Bakery
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
30 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
The position will be responsible for:
• Methods, equipment and materials used in the welding trade.
· Methods, equipment and materials used in general maintenance work.
· Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
· Appropriate safety practices and procedures
· Health and safety regulations applicable to gas and arc welding
Requirements:
To be successful in this role you will need to meet the below requirements:
· Grade 12
· Bachelor’s degree in engineering, administration or facility management
· Minimum of +-5 years Welding experience
• Fully Computer Literate (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint presentations)
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiarity in drafting and understanding blueprints and schematics
• Effective communication and people management skills
· Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Should you meet the requirements for the position, please send your cover letter and CV to [email protected]
Closing date for CV submissions: 03/02/2025
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
• Methods, equipment and materials used in the welding trade.
· Methods, equipment and materials used in general maintenance work.
· Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
· Appropriate safety practices and procedures
· Health and safety regulations applicable to gas and arc welding
Requirements:
To be successful in this role you will need to meet the below requirements:
· Grade 12
· Bachelor’s degree in engineering, administration or facility management
· Minimum of +-5 years Welding experience
• Fully Computer Literate (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint presentations)
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiarity in drafting and understanding blueprints and schematics
• Effective communication and people management skills
· Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Should you meet the requirements for the position, please send your cover letter and CV to [email protected]
Closing date for CV submissions: 03/02/2025
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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.
