Apprenticeships

South African youth who dream of working with powerful mining and construction machinery now have a valuable opportunity to enter one of the country’s most respected technical career paths. Trollope Mining Services has officially opened applications for its 2027 Apprentice Diesel Mechanic Programme, giving young people a chance to receive structured artisan training while gaining … Read more

Young South Africans looking for a practical career with long-term growth now have an exciting opportunity to enter the manufacturing industry through a fully structured apprenticeship programme. Feltex has officially opened applications for its 2026 Apprentice Millwright Programme in Gqeberha, giving unemployed youth the chance to gain technical training, workplace experience, and artisan development within … Read more

What You Need Overview: A Practical Career Path Without Matric If you’re looking for a hands-on technical career without needing Matric, the Millwright Apprenticeship Programme (NQF Level 4 – Year 1) at West Coast TVET College is one of the strongest entry-level opportunities available right now in South Africa. Funded by AGRISETA, this programme combines … Read more

A multi-franchise automotive dealership is offering a 2026 Automotive Apprentice (Motor Technician) Programme for unemployed South African youth. This is a permanent apprenticeship based in Greenpoint, Cape Town, designed to give you real workshop experience and a pathway to becoming a qualified motor technician. If you enjoy working with cars and want a hands-on career, … Read more

What You Need Opportunity Overview The John Thompson Apprenticeship Programme 2026 (Ref: HR17/2026) offers young South Africans a practical route into artisan careers in boilermaking and welding. This opportunity is based in Bellville and targets entry-level candidates with technical backgrounds. Why This Apprenticeship Matters Artisan trades remain among the most in-demand and stable careers in … Read more

Hitachi Energy is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for the Electrical Apprenticeship Programme 2026. This is a strong career opportunity for candidates who want to become qualified electricians and build a future in the energy and engineering sector. The programme combines practical workplace training, technical learning and mentorship while giving apprentices real industry … Read more

West Coast TVET College, in partnership with AGRISETA, has opened applications for its Millwright Apprenticeship Training Programme 2026 intake. This opportunity offers structured technical training, workplace readiness skills, and a monthly stipend of R3,500. With only 15 learner positions available, this is a competitive entry point into South Africa’s engineering and artisan trades sector. What … Read more

Gibela Rail is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for the Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026. This training opportunity is designed for young people who want to build careers in engineering, technical trades, and rail manufacturing. The programme offers structured development, practical workplace learning, and exposure to one of the country’s most advanced train production … Read more

Alpha Technical is calling on unemployed South African youth to apply for the Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026. This opportunity is ideal for young people who want to build a future in technical and artisan careers through practical training and workplace experience. The programme is aimed at developing skilled workers for the engineering sector while helping … Read more