Maintenance Welder
Company
Staffsols
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
7 days ago
Via
Adzuna
Job Description
NEW VACANCY!!!
Our client in the manufacturing/engineering industry has a new position available for a Maintenance Welder based in Port ElizabethSkillsARCeastern capemanufacturingport elizabethtig welderTrade welderwelder
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Welder with proven experience in a factory/manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for welding, general maintenance, and supporting plant operations within a machine shop and foundry environment. Experience in welding non-ferrous castings will be highly advantageous.
Minimum Requirements
• Previous work experience in a factory/manufacturing environment (essential)
• TIG welding, CO₂ welding, and ARC welding experience (certificates/qualifications required)
• Proven general maintenance experience
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power tools
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects
• Excellent time management and punctuality
• Effective communication skills
Key Responsibilities
• Perform welding of non-ferrous castings
• Assist with emergency mechanical and electrical breakdown repairs
• Conduct preventative and routine maintenance within a machine shop/foundry environment
• Assist in diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on plant machinery and equipment
• Execute preventative maintenance schedules on plant, machinery, and equipment
• Carry out general facility maintenance as required
Our client in the manufacturing/engineering industry has a new position available for a Maintenance Welder based in Port ElizabethSkillsARCeastern capemanufacturingport elizabethtig welderTrade welderwelder
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Welder with proven experience in a factory/manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for welding, general maintenance, and supporting plant operations within a machine shop and foundry environment. Experience in welding non-ferrous castings will be highly advantageous.
Minimum Requirements
• Previous work experience in a factory/manufacturing environment (essential)
• TIG welding, CO₂ welding, and ARC welding experience (certificates/qualifications required)
• Proven general maintenance experience
• Ability to safely operate hand tools and power tools
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects
• Excellent time management and punctuality
• Effective communication skills
Key Responsibilities
• Perform welding of non-ferrous castings
• Assist with emergency mechanical and electrical breakdown repairs
• Conduct preventative and routine maintenance within a machine shop/foundry environment
• Assist in diagnosing and repairing electrical faults on plant machinery and equipment
• Execute preventative maintenance schedules on plant, machinery, and equipment
• Carry out general facility maintenance as required
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.
