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Welding Technician

Average Welding Technician Hourly Pay in South Africa

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R97.26
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 35.26
MEDIAN
ZAR 97.26
75%
ZAR 113.50

The average hourly pay for a Welding Technician is R97.26 in 2025

Hourly Rate
R35 - R114
Bonus
R0 - R14k
Total Pay
R84k - R276k
Based on 7 salary profiles (last updated Oct 02 2023)
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What Do Welding Technicians Do?

Welding Technician Tasks
  • Operate welding equipment safely with special attention paid to all worker health guidelines.
  • Collaborate with other members of construction teams to complete projects.
  • Complete welding projects in a timely fashion according to timelines established by management.
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Common Health Benefits for a Welding Technician

None
100%

Gender Breakdown for Welding Technicians

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Welding Technicians

What is the highest pay for Welding Technicians?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Welding Technician is ZARNaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Welding Technicians?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Welding Technician is ZARNaN / hour

How can Welding Technicians increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Welding Technician is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Welding Technician that oversees more junior Welding Technicians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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