Welding Specialist (Permanent)

Welding Specialist (Permanent)

Pretoria, South Africa

Company
Profile Personnel
Location
Pretoria
Via
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Job Description
Primary purpose of the job:
Ensure that customer requirements are met with regards to the quality and volume of product delivered.

Key Performance Areas:
Compliance of AIAG and Customer related LASER welding norms and standards.

Control of LASER welding seam parameters.

Facilitate training and advise technical teams on Laser Welding techniques and equipment use.

Control and maintain Laser equipment.

Monitor and adhere to LASER safety standards.

Continuously Improve Laser-processes and ensure process compliance.

Skills Required:
Communication and interpersonal

Fault Finding (Locate faults, advisory to technical teams)

Problem solving (Solutions to faults and challenges)

Ability to analyse data

Decision making

Customer relationship

Computer skills

Robotic programming skills

Computer skills: MS Projects & MS Excel

Geometric: Analysis and implementation of corrective actions - Robotic assembly (parameter control and analysis)

Minimum Requirements:
Grade 12/NQF Level 4

National Certificate in Electronic Engineering (Communication in electronics)

International Welding and Fabrication inspector/technologist Diploma

Advantage
6 Sigma Green Belt

Tertiary qualification in TQM

International Welding Engineer (IWE)

Minimum Experience
Min. 2 years robotic Mig/Mag welding

Min. 5 years manufacturing experience within the automotive environment

Min. 5 years automation/robotics experience

Min. 2 years laser welding experience (3)

Min. 2 years basic metallurgy and welding-engineering/technology experience.

Min. 2 years basic quality systems experience (6 Sigma preferred)

Please forward CV and ALL supporting documentation to, [email protected]. Should you not hear from Profile Personnel within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful for the vacancy. Please note all applications will automatically be added to our database for future vacancies.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in South Africa

Q What is the national minimum wage for welder jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage is R30.15 per hour effective 1 March 2026. This equates to R5,879 per month based on 195 standard ordinary hours. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the rate for the first 10 hours per week.
Q What is the typical monthly salary range for qualified welders in South Africa in 2026?
According to Statistics South Africa QLFS data adjusted for 2026, qualified welders earn between R25,000 and R45,000 per month. The median salary is R32,500 for artisan welders with trade test certification. Entry-level positions start at R20,000 per month.
Q What work visa requirements apply to foreign nationals for welder jobs in South Africa?
Foreign welders require a General Work Visa from the Department of Home Affairs, needing a job offer from an accredited employer and proof the position was advertised for 3 months on the ESSA database without local hires. The offered salary must be market-related at R28,000 per month minimum for the occupation. Processing fee is R1,520 and takes 8-20 weeks.
Q What education and experience qualify me for certified welder jobs in South Africa?
A minimum N2 National Certificate in Welding or Mechanical Engineering, plus 18 months structured workplace practical experience or 36 months unstructured confirmed by affidavit, is required for the trade test. Equivalent NCV Level 4 with relevant subjects is accepted. The qualification is at Occupational Certificate Level 4.
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