Electrician - Packaging Manufacturing
Company
Tumaini
Location
Durban
Posted
12 hours ago
Via
via BeBee
Job Description
Job Description A renown packaging manufacturing company based in Durban is seeking the expertise of a skilled Electrician to join their team.
The successful incumbent should meet the following requirements:
• N4 - N6 in Electrical Engineering
• Electrician Trade Test
• Wireman's License is advantageous
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ post apprenticeship experience working within a similar environment
Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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The successful incumbent should meet the following requirements:
• N4 - N6 in Electrical Engineering
• Electrician Trade Test
• Wireman's License is advantageous
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ post apprenticeship experience working within a similar environment
Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
or
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Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in South Africa from 1 January 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for welders in South Africa is R27.85 per hour as of 1 January 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times this rate for hours worked beyond 45 per week in the metal industry.
What qualifications and experience does the Department of Employment and Labour require for welder jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders must hold a minimum N2 certificate in welding plus 3 years documented experience or a Red Seal trade certificate issued by QCTO. Candidates without these credentials are ineligible for formal sector positions.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate or N2 qualification, proof of 3 years experience, and a valid tax number from SARS. Applications without these four documents are rejected at the labour centre.
What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Public holidays and family responsibility leave of 3 days per year are additional entitlements.
