Spot Welder
Company
Adcorp Insights
Location
Cape Town
Job Type
Contractor
Via
Careers24
Job Description
Operate a spot welding machine. Complete production based on kanban production. Must perform quality checks on parts. Document production results. Required to material handle. Required to perform destructive testing on the parts. Load comp...
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. However, we prefer the following.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Must have exceptional problem solving abilities.
• Must be able to work independently as well as with a team.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Team work is extremely important in this line of work.
• Must be organized and know how to maintain equipment.
• Need to have excellent manual dexterity and should be able to work with detailed objects.
• Able to work rotating shifts.
• Communicate effectively, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. However, we prefer the following.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Must have exceptional problem solving abilities.
• Must be able to work independently as well as with a team.
• Must be detail oriented and organized.
• Team work is extremely important in this line of work.
• Must be organized and know how to maintain equipment.
• Need to have excellent manual dexterity and should be able to work with detailed objects.
• Able to work rotating shifts.
• Communicate effectively, clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
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.
