Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welder - Gauteng, Pretoria East

Pretoria, South Africa
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welder - Gauteng, Pretoria East
Company
Motorecruit
Location
Pretoria
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Adzuna
Job description
Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welder - Gauteng, Pretoria East

#DriveYourCareerForward as a skilled TIG Welder within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing and fabrication environment.

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and detail-orientated TIG Welder to join their workshop team. This role is suited to a hands-on individual with strong aluminium and stainless-steel welding experience, who takes pride in neat fabrication and quality workmanship.

Remuneration:
R 15 000 – R 23 000 Per month depending on experience - Benefits include Provident Fund

Duties
• Reporting to the workshop foreman
• Advanced TIG welding on aluminium and stainless steel components
• Fabrication and assembly according to technical drawings and specifications
• Grinding, finishing and fitment of fabricated components
• Working accurately from digital drawings, photos and specifications
• Maintaining high-quality workmanship and attention to detail
• Ensuring workshop safety and cleanliness standards are maintained
• Working independently while meeting deadlines and production targets

Requirements:
• Proven TIG welding experience within a fabrication or automotive environment
• Strong aluminium and stainless-steel welding ability
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Excellent finishing and fabrication skills
• Reliable, disciplined and physically fit
• Ability to work well under pressure and within a team environment
• Trade qualification advantageous but not essential
• Welding certification advantageous
• Valid driver’s licence advantageous
• Basic computer literacy advantageous

If your current experience and skillsets tick majority of the job specification boxes, then:

Apply directly now – Send your CV to [email protected]

Feel free to contact Hayley directly on 087 265 3364 or send a WhatsApp to 082 442 5410 for more information.

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Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 7 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

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Submission closing date: No later than 21 May 2026

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in South Africa

Q
What is the minimum wage for welders in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage increased to R31.20 per hour effective 1 March 2026, equating to R12,870 per month for a standard 45-hour week. Welders covered by the Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council earn a minimum of R35,678 per month for qualified artisans. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the normal rate for hours exceeding 45 per week.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
Q
What work visa do foreign welders need to work in South Africa in 2026?
Foreign welders require a General Work Visa from the Department of Home Affairs, which needs a job offer from a South African employer and proof of qualifications. The application fee is R1,520, and processing takes 8-10 weeks as of 2026. Welding is not on the Critical Skills List, so a corporate permit or labour market test is mandatory.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
Q
What qualifications and experience are required for welder jobs in South Africa in 2026?
The Quality Council for Trades and Occupations requires a National Certificate (Vocational) NQF Level 4 in Welding or Grade 12 plus a successful trade test for artisan status. Entry-level positions need 1-2 years of apprenticeship experience, while qualified welders must hold a Red Seal endorsement. Unqualified applicants can start as assistants at R18,500 per month.
Source: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations
Q
What documents are needed to apply for welder jobs in South Africa?
Applications require a certified ID copy, matric certificate, trade test certificate from an accredited centre, and CV with references as per Department of Employment and Labour guidelines. For trade test registration, submit N2 technical certificate and medical fitness report. Employers must verify documents via uFiling portal before hiring.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour