Apprentice Welder

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Hands-on training

Mentorship

Exposure to welding applications

Safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking an ambitious Apprentice Welder to join a busy fabrication and manufacturing team. The role offers hands-on training across welding techniques and real-world experience alongside certified welders.

You will develop skills in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, perform basic fabrication tasks, and contribute to safe, organized workshop operations. This apprenticeship provides a solid foundation for a career in welding with strong mentorship and clear progression.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent.
• Strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures diligently.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced welders in preparing metal components for welding.
• Learn MIG, TIG, and Stick welding techniques.
• Operate welding equipment safely under supervision.
• Perform basic fabrication tasks, including cutting and grinding.
• Inspect welds for quality and adherence to specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized welding workspace.

Skills

Interest in welding

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Education

Secondary school completion (Matric)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for an ambitious Apprentice Welder to join their fabrication and manufacturing team in Benoni . This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation for a career in welding, offering hands‑on training in various welding techniques and processes. You will work alongside certified welders, contributing to the creation of metal structures and products. We seek candidates who are detail-oriented, safety‑conscious, and eager to develop specialized skills in a workshop environment. This role is ideal for someone looking for a practical, hands‑on trade with excellent future career prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist experienced welders in preparing metal components for welding.
• Learn and practice various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Operate welding equipment safely and efficiently under supervision.
• Perform basic metal fabrication tasks, including cutting and grinding.
• Inspect welds for quality and adherence to specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized welding workspace.

Requirements

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent.
• A strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures diligently.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques.
• Physically fit and able to work in a workshop setting in Benoni .

Benefits

• Competitive apprenticeship wage with potential for advancement.
• Comprehensive training in fundamental and advanced welding skills.
• Mentorship from certified and experienced welders.
• Exposure to different materials and welding applications.
• A strong focus on workplace safety and skill development.