Welder

Welder

Pretoria, South Africa

Company
Afrirent (Pty) Ltd
Location
Centurion
Posted
14 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Afrirent Auto is seeking 2 temporary welders to provide high-quality welding repairs and refurbishments of trucks and / or trailers in order to minimise downtime and / or reduce accident risks thereby enabling Afrirent to fulfil its contractual obligations to customers and meet stakeholder’s expectations.

EDUCATION:
• Occupational Certificate (NQF Level 4) in Welding

EXPERIENCE:
• 2 years’ arc and gas welding experience

JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Performs high-quality welding repairs and refurbishments of trucks and trailers
• Replaces rubbing plates
• Reads blueprints and drawings and takes measurements to plan layouts and procedures
• Determines the appropriate welding equipment required and methods based on requirements
• Sets up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cuts material with powered saws to match measurements)
• Operates angle grinders to prepare parts for welding
• Aligns components using callipers, rulers and clamp pieces
• Welds components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead)
• Repairs machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps
• Tests and inspects welded surfaces and structures to identify and repair flaws
• Maintains equipment in safe conditions at all times
• Implements effective and hygienic housekeeping activities at all times
• Adherence to all safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) policies, procedures and requirements in the workshops
• Implements consistent safety protocols and procedures
• Identifies and reports all maintenance and repair requirements of welding equipment and tools

Pay: R11 500,00 per month

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the national minimum wage for welders in South Africa in 2026?
The national minimum wage for all ordinary hours of work, including for welders, is R30.33 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This amounts to R5,914 per month for a standard 195-hour month. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the normal rate up to 15 hours per week.
Q What salary can I expect as an entry-level welder with N2 qualification in South Africa in 2026?
Under the Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council agreement effective 2024-2026, entry-level welders with N2 hold a minimum wage of R22,500 per month as of 1 July 2026. Qualified artisan welders earn R32,800 per month minimum. These rates apply to covered sectors like manufacturing.
Q What work visa do foreigners need for welder jobs in South Africa?
Foreigners require a General Work Visa sponsored by a South African employer offering a position on the labour market test. The visa is issued for up to 5 years and requires proof of qualifications equivalent to South African standards plus a job offer at market-related salary of at least R30,333 per month in 2026. Processing takes 8-10 weeks via VFS Global.
Q What qualifications and experience are required for welder jobs in South Africa?
A minimum N1-N3 technical certificate in welding or boiler making plus 18-24 months apprenticeship and a passing trade test (Red Seal) is required for artisan welder positions. Entry-level roles accept Grade 12 with N2 and 6 months on-the-job training. Registration with merSETA is mandatory for certification.
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