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

Technical careers don’t always begin with a university qualification. For candidates who already have basic electrical experience and enjoy practical, hands-on work, an assistant position can provide valuable exposure to security technology such as alarm systems, CCTV and access control. Fidelity Services Group is recruiting an Installation Assistant Technician to support the installation of electronic … Read more

Mining careers extend far beyond the occupations most people see on the surface. Deep underground operations depend on highly specialised personnel to safely move people and materials through mine shafts, and becoming qualified for these roles requires extensive experience and structured technical training. Gold Fields is offering experienced shaft workers at South Deep Gold Mine … Read more

Breaking into South Africa’s mining industry can be difficult without practical underground experience, particularly for young people living in communities surrounding major mining operations. Gold Fields is opening a pathway into the sector through its South Deep Gold Mine Learner Miner Programme, although applicants should note that this opportunity has specific community and experience requirements. … Read more

For young South Africans pursuing careers in engineering and the skilled trades, a Millwright apprenticeship offers something particularly valuable: the opportunity to develop skills across both electrical and mechanical systems. Epol is offering a three-year Millwright Apprenticeship Programme aimed at developing young talent in scarce and critical skills. Selected candidates will receive technical training and … Read more