Company
Afrirent Auto
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
13 days ago
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Job description
Welding repairs and refurbishments of truck trailers.
- Replacement of rubbing plates.
- Reading blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Determining the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• *Welding Qualification**
- Welding on trailers knowledge and experience with at least 5-years’ experience.
- Trade test (preferably)
- Focus on details and quality of work.
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Temp to perm
Pay: Up to R11 500,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
• *Experience**:
- Arc and CO2: 3 years (preferred)
License/Certification:
- Trade test (preferred)
Work Location: In person
- Replacement of rubbing plates.
- Reading blueprints and drawings and taking measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Determining the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g. cut material with powered saws to match measurements).
- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded.
- Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces.
- Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal or overhead).
- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps.
- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws.
- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• *Welding Qualification**
- Welding on trailers knowledge and experience with at least 5-years’ experience.
- Trade test (preferably)
- Focus on details and quality of work.
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Temp to perm
Pay: Up to R11 500,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
• *Experience**:
- Arc and CO2: 3 years (preferred)
License/Certification:
- Trade test (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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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
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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
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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
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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
