Apprentice Artisan (Various Trades)

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Artisan apprenticeship

Competitive training salary

Recognized trade qualification

Diverse industrial exposure

Mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking ambitious individuals to join our apprenticeship program as Apprentice Artisans in Queenstown. You will gain hands‑on experience in trades such as mechanical fitting, welding, electrical, or fabrication, blending classroom learning with workshop practice under skilled mentors.

This comprehensive program offers mentorship, exposure to diverse industrial tasks, and the path to a recognized trade qualification.

Qualifications

• Must have aptitude for practical and technical work.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and apply training in a chosen trade (e.g., fitting, welding, electrical).
• Assist qualified artisans with various workshop tasks and projects.
• Learn to operate and maintain relevant tools and machinery safely.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Ensure work meets quality standards and safety regulations.
• Participate in scheduled technical college or training center sessions.

Skills

Aptitude for practical work

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for ambitious individuals to join as Apprentice Artisans across various trades in Queenstown . This program offers a structured pathway to becoming a qualified artisan in fields such as mechanical fitting, electrical engineering, or fabrication. You will combine theoretical learning with practical, hands-on experience in a workshop setting, mentored by skilled professionals. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire valuable trade skills, earn a recognized qualification, and secure a stable career in a critical sector within the Eastern Cape . We seek candidates with a strong commitment to learning and a dedication to mastering their chosen craft.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and apply training in a chosen trade (e.g., fitting, welding, electrical).
• Assist qualified artisans with various workshop tasks and projects.
• Learn to operate and maintain relevant tools and machinery safely.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Ensure work meets quality standards and safety regulations.
• Participate in scheduled technical college or training center sessions.

Requirements

• Minimum of Grade 10 or equivalent qualification.
• Aptitude for practical and technical work.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks.
• Strong commitment to learning and professional development.
• Team player with good communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive artisan apprenticeship program.
• Competitive starting salary during training.
• Opportunity to achieve a recognized trade qualification.
• Exposure to diverse industrial and technical applications.
• Mentorship from experienced trade professionals.