CO₂ Welder / Fabricator / CO₂ Sweiser / Vervaardiger(TC 77)
Company
Werkie
Location
Pretoria
Posted
17 days ago
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Job Description
Introduction / Inleiding
Our client is a South African-based engineering and industrial solutions business operating within the broader African infrastructure and technical services sector. The company focuses on delivering innovative, high-quality and cost-effective solutions supported by strong technical expertise and a commitment to integrity and excellence.
LOCATION: Industria, Johannesburg
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Ons kliënt is ’n Suid-Afrikaanse ingenieurs- en industriële oplossingsonderneming wat binne die breër Afrika-infrastruktuur- en tegniese dienste sektor opereer. Die maatskappy fokus op die lewering van innoverende, hoëgehalte en koste-effektiewe oplossings wat ondersteun word deur sterk tegniese kundigheid en ’n verbintenis tot integriteit en uitnemendheid.
LIGGING: Industria, Johannesburg
Key Responsibilities/ Hoofverantwoordelikhede
Welding and Fabrication
• Operate CO₂ MIG welding machines to weld and join metal components.
• Perform welding on mild steel and other approved materials.
• Set welding machine settings including voltage, wire speed, and gas flow according to material requirements.
• Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, cleaning, measuring, and positioning before welding.
• Complete tack welding, structural welds, repairs, and fabrication work as required.
• Fabricate steel frames, brackets, supports, structures, and components according to specifications.
• Ensure all welds are strong, neat, and meet company quality standards.
• Repair damaged metal components and equipment where required.
Machine Breakdown Assistance and Maintenance Support
• Assist with machine breakdowns and production equipment issues.
• Help identify faults and report breakdowns to the Production Supervisor or Manager.
• Assist with repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Carry out welding repairs on damaged machine parts, frames, brackets, and supports.
• Assist with dismantling, replacing, and reassembling machine components under instruction.
• Ensure machinery is safely isolated before assisting with repairs.
• Assist with testing machines after repairs to ensure safe operation.
• Report recurring machine problems to prevent production delays.
• Maintain workshop tools and repair equipment in good working condition.
Production Support
• Work together with production staff to meet daily targets and deadlines.
• Assist with fabrication projects and workshop improvements.
• Follow production instructions and job specifications.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and minimise wastage.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
Quality Control
• Inspect completed welds for cracks, weak points, poor penetration, or defects.
• Correct welding faults where required.
• Check finished work against measurements and specifications.
• Ensure completed products meets the company's quality requirements.
• Report material defects, equipment issues, or production concerns.
Equipment Care
• Maintain CO₂ welding machines, tools, and workshop equipment.
• Replace consumables such as welding wire, tips, and nozzles when required.
• Keep equipment clean and properly stored.
• Report damaged or unsafe equipment immediately
Health and Safety Responsibilities
• Follow all the company's health and safety procedures.
• Wear correct PPE including welding helmet, gloves, safety boots, and protective clothing.
• Follow safe welding practices at all times.
• Handle gas cylinders and welding equipment safely.
• Keep work areas free from hazards.
• Report accidents, unsafe conditions, or risks immediately.
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Sweiswerk en Vervaardiging
• Bedien CO₂ MIG sweismasjiene om metaalonderdele te sweis en te verbind.
• Voer sweiswerk uit op sagte staal en ander goedgekeurde materiale.
• Stel sweismasjien-instellings soos spanning, draadsnelheid en gasvloei volgens materiaalvereistes.
• Berei materiale voor deur te sny, slyp, skoon te maak, te meet en te posisioneer voor sweiswerk.
• Voltooi heg-sweiswerk, strukturele sweislasse, herstelwerk en vervaardigingswerk soos benodig.
• Vervaardig staalrame, hakies, ondersteunings, strukture en komponente volgens spesifikasies.
• Verseker dat alle sweislasse sterk, netjies is en aan die maatskappy se kwaliteitstandaarde voldoen.
• Herstel beskadigd
Our client is a South African-based engineering and industrial solutions business operating within the broader African infrastructure and technical services sector. The company focuses on delivering innovative, high-quality and cost-effective solutions supported by strong technical expertise and a commitment to integrity and excellence.
LOCATION: Industria, Johannesburg
____________________________________________________________________________________
Ons kliënt is ’n Suid-Afrikaanse ingenieurs- en industriële oplossingsonderneming wat binne die breër Afrika-infrastruktuur- en tegniese dienste sektor opereer. Die maatskappy fokus op die lewering van innoverende, hoëgehalte en koste-effektiewe oplossings wat ondersteun word deur sterk tegniese kundigheid en ’n verbintenis tot integriteit en uitnemendheid.
LIGGING: Industria, Johannesburg
Key Responsibilities/ Hoofverantwoordelikhede
Welding and Fabrication
• Operate CO₂ MIG welding machines to weld and join metal components.
• Perform welding on mild steel and other approved materials.
• Set welding machine settings including voltage, wire speed, and gas flow according to material requirements.
• Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, cleaning, measuring, and positioning before welding.
• Complete tack welding, structural welds, repairs, and fabrication work as required.
• Fabricate steel frames, brackets, supports, structures, and components according to specifications.
• Ensure all welds are strong, neat, and meet company quality standards.
• Repair damaged metal components and equipment where required.
Machine Breakdown Assistance and Maintenance Support
• Assist with machine breakdowns and production equipment issues.
• Help identify faults and report breakdowns to the Production Supervisor or Manager.
• Assist with repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Carry out welding repairs on damaged machine parts, frames, brackets, and supports.
• Assist with dismantling, replacing, and reassembling machine components under instruction.
• Ensure machinery is safely isolated before assisting with repairs.
• Assist with testing machines after repairs to ensure safe operation.
• Report recurring machine problems to prevent production delays.
• Maintain workshop tools and repair equipment in good working condition.
Production Support
• Work together with production staff to meet daily targets and deadlines.
• Assist with fabrication projects and workshop improvements.
• Follow production instructions and job specifications.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and minimise wastage.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
Quality Control
• Inspect completed welds for cracks, weak points, poor penetration, or defects.
• Correct welding faults where required.
• Check finished work against measurements and specifications.
• Ensure completed products meets the company's quality requirements.
• Report material defects, equipment issues, or production concerns.
Equipment Care
• Maintain CO₂ welding machines, tools, and workshop equipment.
• Replace consumables such as welding wire, tips, and nozzles when required.
• Keep equipment clean and properly stored.
• Report damaged or unsafe equipment immediately
Health and Safety Responsibilities
• Follow all the company's health and safety procedures.
• Wear correct PPE including welding helmet, gloves, safety boots, and protective clothing.
• Follow safe welding practices at all times.
• Handle gas cylinders and welding equipment safely.
• Keep work areas free from hazards.
• Report accidents, unsafe conditions, or risks immediately.
______________________________________________________________________________
Sweiswerk en Vervaardiging
• Bedien CO₂ MIG sweismasjiene om metaalonderdele te sweis en te verbind.
• Voer sweiswerk uit op sagte staal en ander goedgekeurde materiale.
• Stel sweismasjien-instellings soos spanning, draadsnelheid en gasvloei volgens materiaalvereistes.
• Berei materiale voor deur te sny, slyp, skoon te maak, te meet en te posisioneer voor sweiswerk.
• Voltooi heg-sweiswerk, strukturele sweislasse, herstelwerk en vervaardigingswerk soos benodig.
• Vervaardig staalrame, hakies, ondersteunings, strukture en komponente volgens spesifikasies.
• Verseker dat alle sweislasse sterk, netjies is en aan die maatskappy se kwaliteitstandaarde voldoen.
• Herstel beskadigd
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for packing staff jobs in South African warehouses starting 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for packing staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at all workplaces.
Do I need a matric certificate or prior experience to qualify for packing staff roles in South Africa in 2026?
Packing staff positions require only a Grade 9 certificate and no prior experience according to the Department of Employment and Labour guidelines effective 2026. Workers must be at least 18 years old and pass a basic medical fitness test for shift work.
Which documents are required when applying for packing staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank account details to register on the Employment Services System by 31 December 2026. A signed CV and UIF registration number are also mandatory for all applications.
What are the maximum working hours and annual leave entitlements for packing staff in South Africa for 2026?
Packing staff may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime as regulated from 1 January 2026. Full-time workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service.
