Welder

Welder

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Company
Afrirent Auto
Location
Gqeberha
Job Type
Full–time and Contractor
Via
Glassdoor

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
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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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