Welding Specialist (Permanent)
Company
Profile Personnel
Location
Pretoria
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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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Electrician Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for electricians in South Africa is R28.79 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Electricians working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. This applies to all registered electrical contractors under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
What qualifications and experience are required to work as an electrician in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need an NQF Level 4 electrical engineering certificate plus a completed trade test at a registered trade test centre. A minimum of 3 years relevant experience is required before the trade test, with registration on the National Artisan Database mandatory from 1 January 2026.
What documents are needed to apply for electrician jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, NQF Level 4 certificate, trade test results, and proof of 3 years experience via the ESSA online portal. Applications without a valid Certificate of Compliance number are rejected immediately.
What are the standard working hours and leave benefits for electricians in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, electricians work 45 hours per week with 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service as of 2026. Sick leave is 36 days over a 3-year cycle and family responsibility leave is 3 days per year.
