Apprentice Artisan (General)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown invites applications for a multi-disciplinary Apprentice Artisan (General). This role provides foundational skills across several trades and offers hands-on training alongside experienced artisans in a practical workshop setting.

You will learn basic fitting, machining and general workshop practices, with on-site work and potential remote learning components. The program is ideal for individuals keen to build a diverse skill set and pursue a long-term career in trades.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate, Mathematics preferred.
• Keen interest in practical hands-on work across multiple trades.
• Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn quickly.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work effectively within a team.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic for the role in Queenstown.

Responsibilities

• Assist artisans in workshop activities and learn basic trade skills.
• Operate and maintain hand and power tools safely.
• Read and interpret basic technical drawings and work instructions.
• Participate in on-the-job training across general artisan duties.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment, following all safety regulations.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering a multi-disciplinary Apprentice Artisan (General) position in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This program is designed to provide foundational skills across various trades, allowing you to discover your niche. You will receive comprehensive training in areas such as basic fitting, machining, and general workshop practices, working alongside experienced artisans. This is an excellent starting point for individuals eager to develop a diverse set of practical skills and build a career in a hands-on environment, with a mix of on-site work and potential remote learning components in the Queenstown area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist artisans in various workshop activities, learning basic trade skills.
• Operate and maintain hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Learn to read and interpret basic technical drawings and work instructions.
• Participate in on-the-job training covering a range of general artisan duties.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment, following all safety regulations.

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate, with Mathematics preferred.
• A keen interest in practical, hands-on work and a desire to learn multiple trades.
• Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn quickly.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work effectively within a team.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic for the role in Queenstown.

Benefits

• Broad training across multiple artisan disciplines.
• Competitive apprentice salary with opportunities for growth.
• Exposure to a variety of industrial applications and techniques.
• Mentorship from skilled tradespeople.
• Potential for specialization and permanent placement after the apprenticeship.