Are you passionate about heavy trucks, engines, and hands-on technical work?
The Scania 1st Year Apprentice Programme 2026 is now open — offering unemployed youth a structured pathway into a high-demand Diesel Mechanic career.
This nationally recognised apprenticeship is aligned with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Occupational Certificate: Diesel Mechanic.
If you meet the requirements, this could be your entry into the heavy transport industry.
About the Scania Apprentice Programme
This apprenticeship:
- Runs for a minimum of 3 years
- Combines classroom learning + hands-on workshop training
- Follows a QCTO-aligned curriculum
- Develops diesel engine and heavy vehicle technical skills
- Prepares you for formal trade certification
You’ll train at official Scania dealerships across South Africa and work on real heavy-duty trucks and engine systems.
Programme Locations (Nationwide)
Training will take place at Scania dealerships in:
Gauteng
- Alrode
- East Rand
- Rosslyn
Mpumalanga
- Nelspruit
- Middelburg
- Witbank
- Komatipoort
- Bethal
KwaZulu-Natal
- Durban
- Richards Bay
- Empangeni
Western Cape
- Cape Town
Eastern Cape
- Port Elizabeth
Free State
- Bloemfontein
- Harrismith
North West
- Rustenburg
Northern Cape
- Kimberley
Limpopo
- Steelpoort
This is a nationwide intake, so applicants from multiple provinces can apply.
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Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must:
- Have completed Grade 12
- Achieve at least:
- 50% in Pure Mathematics
- 50% in Physical Science
- Be currently unemployed
Added Advantage
Having an N2 (NATED Certificate) in the following subjects will strengthen your application:
- Engineering Science
- Diesel Theory
Required Skills & Personal Qualities
Scania is looking for candidates who are:
- Hard-working and disciplined
- Strong-willed and committed
- Eager to grow professionally
- Passionate about heavy vehicles
- Interested in diesel engine systems
This programme is ideal for young people serious about becoming qualified artisans.
What You Will Gain
Over the three-year apprenticeship, you will:
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines
- Work on heavy-duty trucks and transport systems
- Learn mechanical and electrical systems
- Gain structured workshop experience
- Prepare for formal trade certification
Diesel Mechanics are in high demand across transport, logistics, mining, and industrial sectors.
Important Details
- Requisition ID: 25242
- Position Type: Temporary
- Workplace: On-site
- Current listing location: Middelburg, South Africa
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for assessments and interviews
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the official Scania careers portal.
Before applying:
- Upload a clear and updated CV
- Attach certified copies of qualifications
- Ensure your Mathematics and Physical Science results are clearly visible
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Why You Should Apply
A Scania apprenticeship offers:
- Structured artisan development
- Training with a global transport brand
- Long-term career potential in heavy transport
- Industry-recognised certification
If you meet the academic requirements and are serious about becoming a qualified Diesel Mechanic, apply as soon as possible.
Opportunities like this — especially with an international brand like Scania — don’t stay open for long.
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