Welder
Company
Afrirent Auto
Location
Gqeberha
Job Type
Full–time and Contractor
Via
Glassdoor
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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
· 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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What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for security guards in South Africa is R29.75 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Grade D and E officers receive this rate for the first 45 hours weekly with overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
What are the eligibility criteria including education and experience for security guard jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must hold a Grade 10 certificate and complete PSIRA Grade E training of 30 hours minimum. No prior experience is required for entry-level Grade E positions but a clean criminal record is mandatory.
What documents are needed to apply for security guard jobs in South Africa?
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What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for security guards in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, security guards work a maximum of 45 hours per week with at least one rest day every seven days. Annual leave is 15 consecutive days after 12 months of service plus 10 public holidays.
