Electrician
Company
Goldman Tech Resourcing
Location
Durban
Via
Careers24
Job Description
One of the leading pharmaceutical manufacturing companies in Durban is currently looking for a skilled Electrician to join their team.
Minimum Requirements:
• 5+ years post trade test experience in the FMCG industry (preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing).
• Advanced experienced in industrial electrical systems, including motors, control panels, MCCs, PLC basics, and VSDs.
• Extensive experience in fault finding, maintenance, installation, and repairs on production machinery.
• Must be able to read schematic drawings.
• Matric
• Electrician Trade Test
• N Certificate in Electrical Engineering is advantageous
Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [email protected] or you can also contact the team on XXX-XXXX.
Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Minimum Requirements:
• 5+ years post trade test experience in the FMCG industry (preferably pharmaceutical manufacturing).
• Advanced experienced in industrial electrical systems, including motors, control panels, MCCs, PLC basics, and VSDs.
• Extensive experience in fault finding, maintenance, installation, and repairs on production machinery.
• Must be able to read schematic drawings.
• Matric
• Electrician Trade Test
• N Certificate in Electrical Engineering is advantageous
Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to [email protected] or you can also contact the team on XXX-XXXX.
Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
