Apprentice Welder/Boilermaker: Hands-On Mentorship

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 4,700 - 6,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive apprenticeship program

Mentorship from experienced Welders/Bo

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Apprentice Welder/Boilermaker to join a busy workshop in Upington, Northern Cape. This hands-on apprenticeship offers mentorship from experienced welders and a clear path to a trade qualification.

You will learn various welding techniques, read technical drawings, and contribute to fabrication projects in a safety‑driven environment. Successful candidates are motivated, safety‑minded, based in or near Upington, and eager to develop practical and theoretical welding

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• Interest in welding, fabrication and mechanical trades.
• Ability to read technical drawings/blueprints.
• Based in Upington, Northern Cape or willing to relocate/commute.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing metal surfaces for welding and fabrication.
• Learn and practice ARC, MIG, TIG welding under supervision.
• Cut, shape, and assemble metal components from drawings and specs.
• Weld metal parts to create durable structures and products.
• Operate welding equipment and hand/power tools safely.
• Inspect welded joints for quality and integrity to meet standards.
• Support senior welders and boilermakers with workshop tasks.

Skills

Welding techniques

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Tools

Arc welding

MIG welding

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Apprentice Welder/Boilermaker to join a busy workshop in Upington, Northern Cape. This hands-on apprenticeship offers mentorship from experienced welders and a clear path to a trade qualification.

You will learn various welding techniques, read technical drawings, and contribute to fabrication projects in a safety‑driven environment. Successful candidates are motivated, safety‑minded, based in or near Upington, and eager to develop practical and theoretical welding