Apprentice Automotive Welder

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive apprenticeship program

Competitive training allowance

Mentorship from experienced welders

Career progression within Soweto

Job summary

Placements24 is offering an apprentice program in Soweto for aspiring automotive welders. You will learn welding techniques, safety practices, and quality control while assisting seasoned welders on repairs, fabrications, and vehicle components.

The program focuses on MIG, TIG, and spot welding, with mentorship and a structured training path that could lead to ongoing opportunities within the automotive sector in Soweto.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Strong interest in automotive repair and metal fabrication
• Good hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a workshop environment
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior staff
• Commitment to completing the full apprenticeship program

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced welders with automotive welding tasks, including repairs and fabrication.
• Learn and practice MIG, TIG, and spot welding on vehicle parts.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and welding specifications for automotive applications.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding and perform grinding and finishing after welding.
• Adhere to safety regulations and workshop protocols in Soweto .
• Attend training sessions and complete coursework related to automotive welding

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Safety-conscious

Willingness to learn

Detail orientation

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in metal fabrication to become Apprentice Automotive Welders in Soweto . This apprenticeship focuses on developing essential welding skills specifically for the automotive industry, covering repairs, custom modifications, and fabrication of vehicle components. You will be trained by experienced welders, learning various welding techniques, safety procedures, and quality control measures. This role is ideal for hands-on learners who are passionate about vehicles and possess a keen eye for detail and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist experienced welders with various automotive welding tasks, including repairs and fabrication.
• Learn and practice different welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and spot welding on vehicle parts.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and welding specifications for automotive applications.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding and perform grinding and finishing after welding.
• Adhere strictly to all safety regulations and workshop protocols in Soweto .
• Attend all assigned training sessions and complete coursework related to automotive welding.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• A strong interest in automotive repair and metal fabrication.
• Good hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a workshop environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from senior staff.
• Commitment to completing the full apprenticeship program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive apprenticeship program leading to a qualification as an Automotive Welder.
• Competitive training allowance.
• Hands-on experience with a variety of automotive welding projects.
• Mentorship from skilled and experienced professionals in the trade.
• Potential for ongoing employment and career development within the automotive sector in Soweto .