For unemployed young people interested in becoming qualified plumbers, an apprenticeship provides a structured route into the trade by developing both technical knowledge and practical workplace skills. Plumbing extends far beyond repairing leaking taps qualified artisans work with water supply, drainage, sanitation and building systems that homes, businesses and public infrastructure depend on every day. … Read more
For young people interested in becoming electricians, getting access to practical trade training can be the difference between having an interest in electrical work and developing the skills needed to pursue it professionally. Apprenticeships provide an important pathway by combining technical development with practical exposure to real electrical systems and installations. The Department of Infrastructure is … Read more
Breaking into a technical trade can be difficult when most vacancies already expect candidates to have workplace experience. An apprenticeship-style position offers a different route: learning directly from experienced technicians while gradually developing the mechanical and electrical skills needed to work independently. Ntshu Air is recruiting an Apprentice Compressor Technician to work alongside qualified senior technicians while … Read more
For unemployed young people trying to gain their first meaningful workplace experience, one of the biggest challenges is getting an employer to provide that initial opportunity. Structured learnerships can help bridge that gap by combining formal learning with practical exposure inside a real business environment. Ingersoll Rand is inviting applications for its 12 month Learnership Programme, … Read more
Getting into the heavy-equipment industry doesn’t always require candidates to already be qualified artisans. Assistant positions can provide an opportunity to work alongside experienced mechanics and technicians while developing practical knowledge of tools, machinery, components and workshop procedures. Barloworld Equipment is recruiting a Mechanical Assistant to support mechanics with maintenance and repair work on machines and components. … Read more
For candidates trying to move from general work into more specialised industrial and technical environments, an assistant position can provide valuable exposure to skilled trades. Rigging is one of those areas, involving the safe movement, lifting, removal and installation of heavy machinery and equipment. Sappi is recruiting an Assistant Handyman: Rigger to support qualified rigging personnel with … Read more
For young people who are technically minded and want to build a career working with vehicles, an apprenticeship provides one of the most direct routes towards developing a recognised trade. Instead of relying only on classroom learning, apprentices develop their skills through structured training and practical workplace experience. Toyota is offering an Automotive Motor Mechanic Apprenticeship … Read more
For young South Africans who have completed their technical studies but still need meaningful industry exposure, gaining experience inside a major engineering environment can be an important first step. Eskom is offering a Learner Technician in Training opportunity that could provide exactly that pathway for candidates specialising in Non-Destructive Testing. Successful candidates will be linked to Eskom’s … Read more
For Electrical Engineering graduates, moving from academic study into an industrial environment is where technical knowledge begins to meet real equipment, maintenance challenges and operational responsibility. Structured training programmes can provide that crucial first step by giving graduates practical exposure while they continue developing under experienced professionals. Sappi is offering an Electrical Technician-in-Training opportunity for … Read more
For engineering graduates, completing the academic qualification is only one part of becoming workplace-ready. The next challenge is gaining meaningful exposure to real equipment, maintenance systems and engineering problems and structured development programmes can provide that bridge into industry. Sappi is offering a Technician-in-Training opportunity for Mechanical Engineering candidates who want to develop their technical … Read more
