Quality Engineer Welding Department (Automotive Industry)
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Quality Engineer Welding Department (Automotive Industry)
Pinetown KZN
Key Details Extracted
Main Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement welding quality plans.
• Monitor welding activities and ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, AWS, and other standards.
• Conduct inspections of welds, materials, and processes.
• Manage welding documentation, including WPS (Welding Procedure Specification), PQR (Procedure Qualification Record), and WPQ (Welder Performance Qualification).
• Lead investigations of welding-related defects and ensure corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support and training to welders and production teams.
Requirements/Qualifications:
• Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding preferred).
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI/IWE or equivalent) advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.).
• Familiarity with NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT).
• Minimum years of welding/quality experience .
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Good communication for liaising with production, clients, and auditors.
• Knowledge of safety, quality management systems, and continuous improvement.
Pinetown KZN
Key Details Extracted
Main Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement welding quality plans.
• Monitor welding activities and ensure compliance with ISO, ASME, AWS, and other standards.
• Conduct inspections of welds, materials, and processes.
• Manage welding documentation, including WPS (Welding Procedure Specification), PQR (Procedure Qualification Record), and WPQ (Welder Performance Qualification).
• Lead investigations of welding-related defects and ensure corrective/preventive actions.
• Provide technical support and training to welders and production teams.
Requirements/Qualifications:
• Engineering degree or diploma (Mechanical, Metallurgical, or Welding preferred).
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI/IWE or equivalent) advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW, etc.).
• Familiarity with NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT).
• Minimum years of welding/quality experience .
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Good communication for liaising with production, clients, and auditors.
• Knowledge of safety, quality management systems, and continuous improvement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs in South Africa
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.
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.
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.
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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