Welder/fabricator
Company
SECHABA AFRICA ENGINEERING AND PROJECTS
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
1 day ago
Via
Trabajo.org
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Job Description
The responsibilities of a boilermaker include casting and shaping pieces, testing complete boilers, and upgrading boilers to match environmental standards. To be successful as a boilermaker, you should be proficient in welding skills, be physically fit, and demonstrate good reading comprehension. Ultimately, a top-notch boilermaker should have the ability to detect and fix problems, excellent mechanical skills, and be able to work in tanks at any height. Boilermaker Responsibilities : Installing boilers into facilities.Reading blueprints for location, position, and dimensions. Completing maintenance documentation.Organizing and assembling boiling parts.Shaping and fabricating parts.Cleaning pressure vessel equipment. Inspecting equipment for proper functioning.Boilermaker Requirements : Technical and vocational education and training qualification. Apprentice training.Good mechanical aptitude.Excellent reading comprehension.Physical stamina. Requirements Minimum education level : Certificate Availability to travel : NoAvailability of change of residence
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
• *Salary**: From R14,000.00 per month
COVID-19 considerations:
YES
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Johannesburg North, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
• *Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
• *Salary**: From R14,000.00 per month
COVID-19 considerations:
YES
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Johannesburg North, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
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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.
