Welder
Company
HJS Emission Technology SA Pty Ltd
Location
Roodepoort
Posted
6 days ago
Via
Pnet
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Job Description
Introduction
PERM POSITION based in Muldersdrift with high growth specialist company
Duties & Responsibilities
• Mig, tig and arch welding of aluminium and steel (also stainless steel)
• Cutting, grinding and polishing activities
• Inspections and preparation and building of product to correct specifications
• Compliance to the OHS Act – General Safety Regulations Reg 9 – Welding, flame cutting, soldering and similar operations
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Three – Five years welding experience working with mig, tig and arch welding.
• Positions requires good mathematical ability and the ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Position requires the ability to operate precision measuring devices such as callipers, micrometres, protractors and tape measures
• Knowledge of HJS South Africa products.
• Ability to get along with others and work as part of a team.
• Must be able to think out of the box and initiate solutions in processes.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to handle tense field situations in a professional and calm manner.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures. Must have excellent verbal and written skills.
• Must be proficient in industry safety, OHS Act and MHS Act.
• This position works in a production environment with the risk of injury, procedures must be followed as per HJS South Africa standards.
• Safety equipment must be worn when working with equipment in the shop, know and inspect your safety equipment.
• Bending, lifting and pushing is required.
• Valid driver’s licence
Package & Remuneration
Competitive Basic Salary R17k - R28k per month depending on qualifications and experience
Performance Bonus participation, Medical Aid Subsidy and Provident Fund eligibility after probation
PERM POSITION based in Muldersdrift with high growth specialist company
Duties & Responsibilities
• Mig, tig and arch welding of aluminium and steel (also stainless steel)
• Cutting, grinding and polishing activities
• Inspections and preparation and building of product to correct specifications
• Compliance to the OHS Act – General Safety Regulations Reg 9 – Welding, flame cutting, soldering and similar operations
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Three – Five years welding experience working with mig, tig and arch welding.
• Positions requires good mathematical ability and the ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Position requires the ability to operate precision measuring devices such as callipers, micrometres, protractors and tape measures
• Knowledge of HJS South Africa products.
• Ability to get along with others and work as part of a team.
• Must be able to think out of the box and initiate solutions in processes.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to handle tense field situations in a professional and calm manner.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures. Must have excellent verbal and written skills.
• Must be proficient in industry safety, OHS Act and MHS Act.
• This position works in a production environment with the risk of injury, procedures must be followed as per HJS South Africa standards.
• Safety equipment must be worn when working with equipment in the shop, know and inspect your safety equipment.
• Bending, lifting and pushing is required.
• Valid driver’s licence
Package & Remuneration
Competitive Basic Salary R17k - R28k per month depending on qualifications and experience
Performance Bonus participation, Medical Aid Subsidy and Provident Fund eligibility after probation
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R32.45 per hour from 1 March 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Drivers working more than 45 hours per week must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the hourly rate. This applies to all Code 08, 10 and 14 licence holders in the road freight and passenger sectors.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, all drivers of vehicles over 3 500 kg or carrying passengers for reward must hold a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) renewed every five years. Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, medical certificate and police clearance at any Driving Licence Testing Centre. Without a PrDP, employment contracts are invalid under the National Road Traffic Act.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified copy of ID, valid driving licence with PrDP, proof of residence, and a completed Z83 form or online profile on the ESSA system. Applications are processed within 14 working days at labour centres nationwide. No application fee is charged for registration on the public employment database.
What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, drivers may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 36 consecutive hours of rest. Annual leave is 15 working days after the first year of employment, plus 10 public holidays and sick leave of 30 days over a three-year cycle. Night shift drivers receive an additional R4.50 per hour allowance from March 2026.
