Junior Welder - Structural Fabrication

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training in welding

Mentorship from certified welders

Career progression to certified welder

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for a Junior Welder Apprenticeship in Klerksdorp, North West. You will join a busy workshop, learning MIG, TIG and Arc welding under experienced welders, while developing precision, safety discipline and quality workmanship.

The program offers comprehensive hands-on training, mentorship, and a clear path to becoming a certified welder as you gain practical experience on structural steel projects.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Basic understanding of welding principles and safety practices.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and take instruction from experienced professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior welders in preparing materials for welding.
• Learn and practice MIG, TIG, and Arc welding.
• Perform basic welding tasks on structural components under supervision.
• Read and interpret welding symbols and engineering drawings.
• Clean and prepare weld surfaces according to specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality and adherence to standards.
• Operate welding equipment safely and maintain it in good working order.
• Follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate PPE.
• Participate in regular training sessions and skill development workshops.

Skills

Interest in welding

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

Basic welding course (advantage)

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc welding

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading structural fabrication company based in Klerksdorp, North West, ZA, is seeking enthusiastic and diligent individuals to join their team as Junior Welders. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in various welding techniques applied to structural steel fabrication. You will be working within a busy workshop environment, contributing to projects that require precision, skill, and a commitment to quality. The apprenticeship program will provide comprehensive training under the guidance of experienced welders, covering different welding processes and safety protocols. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about metalwork, possess good manual dexterity, and are eager to learn and grow within the trade. This role is essential for supporting the fabrication of robust structural components for a variety of industries. The position is based in Klerksdorp and requires dedicated on‑site presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior welders in preparing materials for welding.
• Learn and practice various welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and Arc welding.
• Perform basic welding tasks on structural components under supervision.
• Read and interpret welding symbols and engineering drawings.
• Clean and prepare weld surfaces according to specifications.
• Inspect welds for quality and adherence to standards.
• Operate welding equipment safely and maintain it in good working order.
• Follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participate in regular training sessions and skill development workshops.

Requirements

• A strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Basic understanding of welding principles and safety practices.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and take instruction from experienced professionals.
• Physical stamina to handle the demands of workshop work.
• Completion of a basic welding course is an advantage.
• Must be able to work on‑site in Klerksdorp, North West, ZA.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training in diverse welding techniques for structural fabrication.
• Mentorship from highly skilled and certified welders.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience on significant projects.
• Competitive apprentice wage with potential for increases based on performance.
• Pathway to becoming a certified welder.
• Exposure to a safe and professional fabrication workshop environment.
• Development of in-demand trade skills.