Glazier Career in South Africa
Explore the official OFO occupation, common tasks, specialisations and approved South African qualification pathways.
Occupation overview
Measures, cuts, finishes, fits and installs flat glass and mirrors.
What does a Glazier do?
A glazier works with flat glass and mirrors from measurement through to installation. The work can include cutting and finishing glass, fitting window glass, installing mirrors, bevelling glass, silvering mirrors, fitting glass film and creating leadlight work.
Specialisations
How to become a Glazier in South Africa
- Consider the Occupational Certificate: Glazier (SAQA ID 118110), an NQF Level 4 qualification with 540 credits and a direct occupational pathway for this career.
- Develop practical ability in measuring, cutting, finishing, fitting and installing flat glass and mirrors.
- Choose a work focus such as window glass fitting, mirror installation, glass cutting, glass bevelling, film fitting or leadlight glazing.
- Confirm current qualification, provider and assessment requirements with SAQA or an appropriate accredited provider before enrolling.
Edupstairs Preparation Guidance
The Occupational Certificate: Glazier provides a relevant formal training pathway for this trade, but it should not be assumed to be the only or universally compulsory route. Confirm current training and assessment arrangements before starting. Build accuracy and confidence through practical work involving measurement, glass cutting, finishing and installation.
Useful school subjects
- Mathematics
- Engineering Graphics and Design
- Mechanical Technology
Skills that may help
- Accurate measurement
- Glass cutting
- Finishing glass and mirrors
- Fitting and installation
- Precision and attention to detail
- Working with different glass and mirror applications