Career Guide

Welder

A Welder joins and fabricates metal components for construction, mining, shipbuilding and manufacturing using specialised welding processes.

What Does a Welder Do?

A Welder joins and fabricates metal components for construction, mining, shipbuilding and manufacturing using specialised welding processes. It is a career that rewards curiosity, discipline and consistent study habits — and the foundation is laid in the school subjects you choose today.

Key School Subjects

These subjects matter most for this career path:

How to Qualify

The typical route is a welding apprenticeship or learnership, trade test and coded-welding certifications. Entry requirements are competitive, so strong final-year marks — especially in Mathematics and Science — make a real difference.

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