City Of Cape Town Artisan Welder/Boilermaker

Qualified artisans with experience in mechanical maintenance, metal fabrication and industrial machinery play an important role in keeping municipal infrastructure operational. From manufacturing replacement components to repairing equipment and maintaining machinery, their technical skills help support essential public services. For experienced tradespeople, municipal employment can offer an opportunity to apply these competencies across a variety of operational maintenance activities.

The City of Cape Town is recruiting an Artisan Welder/Boilermaker, targeting candidates who have successfully completed a trade test in Welding or Boilermaking and gained three to five years of post-apprenticeship experience in a mechanical maintenance-related field.

The position requires a valid Code B/EB driver’s licence or higher, knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation, and the ability to perform standby duties, overtime and work outside normal operating hours when required.

About the City of Cape Town Artisan Welder/Boilermaker Position

The position focuses on mechanical maintenance, fabrication, machining and the safe operation of technical equipment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for working with ferrous and non-ferrous materials, machining components, inspecting machinery and supporting maintenance activities.

The role also includes mentoring junior employees and apprentices, maintaining technical documentation and ensuring that work complies with relevant safety legislation and municipal procedures.

This is a position for an already qualified artisan, not an entry-level apprenticeship.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must be trade tested in Welding or Boilermaking.

Candidates must therefore have successfully completed the relevant artisan trade test.

NTC 3 Trade Theory

The City of Cape Town states that NTC 3 Trade Theory will be an added advantage.

This means NTC 3 is not presented as a compulsory requirement in the supplied advertisement.

The mandatory qualification is a trade test in Welding or Boilermaking.

Required Work Experience

Applicants must have:

Three to five years of post-apprenticeship experience in a mechanical maintenance-related field.

This requirement is particularly important.

The City is looking for candidates who have gained practical experience after completing their apprenticeship, rather than applicants who are only beginning their artisan training.

Relevant experience may include mechanical maintenance, welding, fabrication, machinery servicing or related technical activities.

Applicants should ensure their CV clearly distinguishes apprenticeship training from subsequent work experience.

Driver’s Licence Requirement

Candidates must possess a valid:

  • Code B driver’s licence
  • Code EB driver’s licence
  • Or a higher licence category

A valid driver’s licence is a compulsory requirement for the position.

Additional Requirements

Applicants must also meet the following requirements:

  • Have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Be willing to work overtime when required
  • Be available to work outside normal working hours
  • Be willing to work weekends when required
  • Be able to work in all weather conditions
  • Be physically fit and able-bodied
  • Be available for compulsory standby duties

These requirements reflect the operational nature of the position.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Fabrication Using Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Materials

The successful candidate will perform fabrication work using ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

This requires the application of relevant welding, boilermaking and fabrication skills.

The artisan will be expected to carry out assigned work according to applicable technical and safety requirements.

2. Machining of Components

The position involves machining components using:

  • Lathe machines
  • Milling machines

Candidates with practical experience operating these types of machinery should highlight that experience in their applications.

3. Routine Machinery Inspections

The successful candidate will perform routine inspections of machinery.

These activities help identify equipment conditions that require attention and support effective maintenance planning.

4. Mechanical Maintenance

The artisan will undertake maintenance activities involving machinery and associated components.

This includes carrying out assigned technical work and supporting the continued operation of equipment.

5. Occupational Health and Safety Compliance

The successful candidate must ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant internal controls.

Responsibilities include:

  • Following applicable safety requirements
  • Complying with statutory obligations
  • Following municipal policies and procedures
  • Maintaining a safe and healthy working environment
  • Applying relevant internal safety controls

Safety compliance is an essential part of the position.

6. Coaching and Mentoring Junior Employees

The role includes coaching and mentoring junior staff, including apprentices.

This means the successful candidate will be expected to share technical knowledge and support the development of less-experienced employees.

Applicants with previous experience supervising, coaching or mentoring junior technical staff should highlight this in their CVs.

7. Completing Technical Documentation

The successful candidate will complete internal transactional documentation, including:

  • Vehicle inspection sheets
  • Logbooks
  • Machinery checklists
  • Other relevant operational records

Accurate documentation is important for maintaining records of inspections, equipment condition and maintenance activities.

8. Planning Materials and Resources

The artisan will communicate with the immediate supervisor to establish the materials and resources required for specific jobs.

This involves identifying the resources needed to complete assigned maintenance and fabrication tasks.

Working Conditions

The City of Cape Town makes several working conditions clear in the advertisement.

Overtime and Weekend Work

The successful candidate must be available to work overtime and outside normal working hours, including weekends, when required.

Compulsory Standby Duties

Standby duties form part of the position.

Applicants should therefore be prepared for work-related availability requirements outside their ordinary working schedule.

Outdoor Working Conditions

Candidates must be able to work in all weather conditions.

Physical Fitness

The role requires applicants to be physically fit and able-bodied, as stated in the advertisement.

Candidates should consider the physical requirements associated with fabrication, mechanical maintenance and machinery-related activities.

Skills and Technical Competencies

Although the advertisement does not provide a separate skills section, its listed duties indicate the importance of several practical competencies.

These include:

  • Welding and metal fabrication
  • Boilermaking techniques
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Lathe and milling machine operation
  • Machinery inspections
  • Workplace safety compliance
  • Technical documentation
  • Resource planning
  • Communication with supervisors
  • Coaching and mentoring junior employees

Applicants should demonstrate these competencies through genuine examples of their previous work.

Who Should Apply?

The City of Cape Town Artisan Welder/Boilermaker vacancy is suitable for candidates who:

  • Hold a recognised trade test in Welding or Boilermaking
  • Have three to five years of relevant post-apprenticeship experience
  • Possess a valid Code B/EB driver’s licence or higher
  • Understand occupational health and safety requirements
  • Have experience in mechanical maintenance
  • Can perform fabrication work
  • Have relevant machining skills
  • Are willing to perform standby duties
  • Can work overtime and weekends when required
  • Are physically capable of performing the duties
  • Can support and mentor junior technical staff

Candidates with NTC 3 Trade Theory may have an additional advantage.

Thabang Maimela’s Tip

One important detail applicants should not overlook is the difference between being trade tested and having post-apprenticeship experience.

The City of Cape Town requires both.

If you completed your Welding or Boilermaking apprenticeship several years ago, make sure your CV clearly shows the work experience you gained after that training.

Include the names of your previous employers, employment dates and the technical duties you performed.

For this particular position, highlight any experience involving fabrication with ferrous and non-ferrous materials, lathe and milling machine operations, mechanical maintenance and machinery inspections.

Also mention any experience mentoring apprentices or junior artisans, because this is specifically listed among the responsibilities.

Finally, check that your driver’s licence is valid before applying. A Code B/EB licence or higher is a compulsory requirement.

How to Apply for the City of Cape Town Artisan Welder/Boilermaker Vacancy

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official City of Cape Town recruitment channel for the Artisan Welder/Boilermaker position.

Application Preparation

Before submitting your application:

  1. Confirm that you hold a Welding or Boilermaking trade test qualification.
  2. Ensure that your CV reflects your three to five years of post-apprenticeship experience.
  3. Include details of your mechanical maintenance and fabrication experience.
  4. Highlight your experience with lathe and milling machines, where applicable.
  5. Confirm that your Code B/EB driver’s licence or higher is valid.
  6. Include NTC 3 Trade Theory if you hold the qualification.
  7. Follow the official application instructions and submit the required information.

Recruitment Screening and Verification

The City of Cape Town states that by submitting an application, candidates consent to the use of their personal information for recruitment and selection purposes.

Applicants may also be required to undergo screening and verification processes, including:

  • Criminal checks
  • Security checks
  • Personal verification
  • Lifestyle audits

These processes may take place during recruitment or subsequent employment.

The supplied advertisement does not specify the closing date, salary, reference number or direct application link. Applicants should verify these details through the City’s official recruitment platform.

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The City of Cape Town Artisan Welder/Boilermaker vacancy is an opportunity for qualified tradespeople with relevant post-apprenticeship experience to apply their skills in fabrication, machining and mechanical maintenance.

The role also provides an opportunity to support junior technical employees while contributing to municipal maintenance operations.

For more opportunities, explore artisan vacancies, Welding and Boilermaking jobs, mechanical maintenance positions, engineering careers and government employment opportunities on CareersPursuit.

Closing Date: 23 October 2026

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