ALPLA Plastics Apprenticeships 2026

Fresh Talent; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ALPLA Southern Africa invites suitably qualified South African candidates to apply for the Plastics Apprenticeship Programme 2026 in Lanseria, Gauteng. Apprenticeship Location: ALPLA Lanseria, Gauteng, South Africa.

The programme provides structured workplace training and practical experience in the plastics industry, based at Lanseria for up to four years. Applicants must have Matric/Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science, N3 Mechanical Engineering studies, and must submit a CV with

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science.
• N3 Mechanical Engineering studies.
• Mathematical Literacy is not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Structured workplace training in the plastics industry.
• Based at ALPLA Lanseria for up to four years.

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Mathematics

Physical Science

N3 Mechanical Engineering Studies

Job description

ALPLA Southern Africa invites suitably qualified South African candidates to apply for the Plastics Apprenticeship Programme 2026 in Lanseria, Gauteng. Apprenticeship Application Closing Date: 31 October 2026 Apprenticeship Location: ALPLA Lanseria, Gauteng, South Africa ALPLA Plastics Apprenticeship Programme 2026 ALPLA is offering a structured apprenticeship programme designed to provide candidates with practical workplace training and technical experience in the plastics industry. Successful candidates will be based at ALPLA Lanseria and may participate in the programme for a maximum period of four years.

Apprenticeship Overview

Company: ALPLA Southern Africa Programme: Plastics Apprenticeship Programme Reference Number: AP-32 Location: Lanseria, Gauteng Duration: Up to 4 years Closing Date: 31 October 2026

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12. Mathematics. Physical Science.
• Minimum N3 Mechanical Engineering Studies.
• Mathematical Literacy is not accepted.

Applicants should submit a CV together with either a Statement of Results or relevant certificates.

Purpose of the Programme

The apprenticeship is designed to help candidates develop the practical skills, workplace experience and technical knowledge required for a career in the plastics industry. Participants will receive structured workplace training while developing competence in the relevant technical environment.

Behavioural Competencies

ALPLA expects successful candidates to demonstrate behaviours aligned with the organisation’s identity and values. These include creating trust, building respect, developing potential and delivering excellent results. Candidates should also demonstrate reliability, problem-solving ability, sound decision-making and effective communication.