Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeship Opens in Parow — N6 TVET Requirement and Stipend

A practical Mechanical Fitting training opportunity is available at Industrial Bakeware Company (Pty) Ltd (IBCO) in Parow East, Western Cape, for a TVET College student who has completed N6 in Mechanical Fitting.

The Maintenance Department is looking for an individual who wants to gain hands-on workplace exposure while working alongside the company’s Maintenance team. The opportunity involves assisting with mechanical machinery repairs, maintenance, inspections and other practical tasks.

The listed pay is R3,500 to R4,000 per month, described in the vacancy information as a stipend. Previous work experience is not required, although applicants should have a basic understanding of tools, machinery and equipment.

Quick Summary

IBCO is offering a practical training/apprenticeship opportunity in its Maintenance Department in Parow East.

The opportunity is aimed specifically at someone who has completed N6 in Mechanical Fitting at a TVET College and needs practical workplace experience or exposure to put their studies into practice.

The listed monthly payment is R3,500 to R4,000. A closing date was not provided in the supplied vacancy information, so applicants should check the application status before submitting their CV.

Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeship: What You Need to Know

The role is listed as a Maintenance Assistant – Mechanical Fitting position within IBCO’s Maintenance Department.

The successful applicant will work alongside the Maintenance team and assist with practical activities involving industrial machinery and equipment.

According to the supplied vacancy information, the position is intended for someone seeking practical training, workplace exposure or an apprenticeship opportunity after completing N6 Mechanical Fitting.

Opportunity Details

Detail	Information
Organisation	Industrial Bakeware Company (Pty) Ltd (IBCO)
Position	Maintenance Assistant – Mechanical Fitting
Department	Maintenance
Location	IBCO, Parow East, Western Cape
Opportunity type	Practical training / apprenticeship
Qualification	Completed N6 in Mechanical Fitting at a TVET College
Experience	Previous work experience not required
Monthly payment	R3,500–R4,000
Work arrangement	In person
Closing date	Not specified in the supplied information
Application method	Email CV

Who Can Apply?

The vacancy states that applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Have completed N6 in Mechanical Fitting at a TVET College.
• Be looking for practical workplace exposure, practical training or an apprenticeship opportunity.
• Have basic knowledge of tools and how they are used.
• Have a basic understanding of mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Have a practical, hands-on approach to work.
• Have good communication skills.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be hardworking and self-motivated.
• Have good hand-eye coordination.
• Be safety conscious.
• Be physically fit and able to work with different tools and materials.
• Be comfortable working in challenging conditions, including confined spaces and at heights.
• Be willing to work shifts, weekends, overtime and standby when required.

The vacancy also says that own transport and a driver’s licence would be an advantage.

Previous Work Experience Is Not Required

One notable part of the vacancy is that previous work experience is not required.

IBCO says applicants should have a basic knowledge of tools and be comfortable working with machinery and equipment. Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment would be an advantage, but the vacancy specifically states that it is not a requirement.

This means the opportunity is focused on applicants who already have the stated N6 Mechanical Fitting qualification and are looking to gain practical workplace exposure.

What Will the Mechanical Fitter Apprentice Do?

The successful candidate will assist the Maintenance team with a range of practical activities.

These include supporting a Mechanical Fitter with repairs to industrial machines and equipment and helping with the assembly and disassembly of machinery, including presses and other equipment.

The role may also involve assisting with:

• General welding.
• Routine machine maintenance.
• Identifying and attending to machine faults.
• Routine lubrication of machinery.
• Machine inspections.
• Basic electrical maintenance where required.
• Measuring phase voltage, current and earth leakage.
• Replacing components such as contactors, relays, isolators and capacitors under supervision.
• Workshop and work-area housekeeping.
• Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• 5S practices.
• Completing work properly and on time.

The electrical maintenance activities listed in the vacancy are described as assistance and, where applicable, work under supervision.

What Applicants Should Know Before Applying

This is an in-person practical role in Parow East, rather than a remote training opportunity.

Applicants should also understand that the vacancy specifically mentions working with machinery, tools and materials and potentially working in confined spaces and at heights.

The vacancy further states that the successful candidate must be willing to work shifts, weekends, overtime and standby when required.

These conditions are important to consider before applying.

Official Requirements vs Applicant Advice

Confirmed requirements from the vacancy include:

• N6 Mechanical Fitting completed at a TVET College.
• Basic knowledge of tools.
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Communication and teamwork abilities.
• Safety-conscious approach.
• Willingness to work the stated shifts and conditions.

Helpful applicant advice:

Applicants should make sure their CV clearly shows their completed N6 Mechanical Fitting studies and highlights relevant practical knowledge or exposure they have gained during their training.

The vacancy does not state that specific certificates, certified documents or an ID must be attached to the application, so applicants should not assume that these documents are mandatory unless IBCO requests them.

What Applicants Should Prepare

The supplied vacancy specifically instructs interested applicants to email their CV.

It does not specify additional documents that must be submitted with the application.

Applicants should therefore ensure that their CV accurately reflects their qualifications and contact details before sending it.

How to Apply

Applicants interested in the opportunity should submit their CV by email to:

hradmin@ibco.co.za

The supplied vacancy does not provide a separate online application portal.

Official application route

Email your CV to hradmin@ibco.co.za.

Applicants should check that the email address and application information are correct before submitting their CV.

Important Date

Closing date: Not specified in the supplied vacancy information.

Because no closing date is provided, applicants should not assume that the opportunity will remain available indefinitely. The vacancy listing should be checked for its current status before applying.

Monthly Payment

The vacancy lists a payment of:

R3,500 – R4,000 per month

The opportunity describes this payment as a stipend.

No further information about the stipend structure, deductions or additional benefits is provided in the supplied vacancy information.

Why This Opportunity May Be Worth Considering

For a TVET College student who has completed N6 Mechanical Fitting, the role provides an opportunity to gain practical exposure in a working Maintenance Department.

The duties cover areas including industrial machinery, mechanical repairs, maintenance, inspections, welding assistance and fault identification.

The vacancy also states that previous work experience is not required, which is relevant for applicants who have completed the required studies but have not yet built up workplace experience.

However, applicants should consider the practical working conditions, including the stated requirement to be comfortable with confined spaces and heights and to work shifts, weekends, overtime and standby when required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for the Mechanical Fitter opportunity?

The vacancy is aimed at someone who has completed N6 in Mechanical Fitting at a TVET College and is looking for practical workplace exposure, training or an apprenticeship opportunity.

Is previous work experience required?

No. The vacancy states that previous work experience is not required. Manufacturing or similar experience would be an advantage but is not a requirement.

How much does the opportunity pay?

The listed payment is R3,500 to R4,000 per month, described as a stipend in the vacancy.

Where is the opportunity located?

The position is based at IBCO in Parow East, Western Cape, and the work is in person.

What are some of the duties?

The successful applicant will assist the Maintenance team with machinery repairs, assembly and disassembly, routine maintenance, lubrication, inspections, fault identification, welding assistance and other maintenance-related tasks.

When does the application close?

A closing date is not specified in the supplied vacancy information.

Final Reminder

Before applying, check that you meet the stated N6 Mechanical Fitting requirement and understand the practical working conditions described in the vacancy.

Applications should be sent through the stated application route using the email address provided in the vacancy.

Because no closing date is disclosed, applicants should verify that the opportunity is still accepting applications before submitting their CV.

Source note: This article is based on the vacancy information supplied to Youthscope. Details such as the stipend, requirements, duties and application method should be checked against the employer’s current vacancy information before applying.

Official Source

Source supplied: Industrial Bakeware Company (Pty) Ltd (IBCO) vacancy information for Maintenance Assistant – Mechanical Fitting, Parow East, Western Cape.

Important: The material supplied identifies the employer and vacancy, but does not include a direct URL to an official IBCO careers page. Therefore, the article does not claim that a particular webpage was independently verified as the employer’s official source.

Last Checked Date

1 October 2026

This date refers to the information supplied for preparation of the article. The supplied vacancy does not include a closing date.

Author/Updated Information

Written by: Mbalizuke Nkosi
Published: 1 October 2026
Updated: 1 October 2026
Information checked: 1 October 2026