Apprentice Boilermaker

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career development

Safety-focused workspace

Competitive apprentice wage

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, is seeking motivated individuals to join our Apprentice Boilermakers program. This hands-on apprenticeship covers fabrication, assembly and erection of boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels, with guidance from skilled boilermakers.

You'll learn welding, reading drawings, safety procedures, and work on diverse fabrication projects, earning a competitive apprentice wage and building a pathway to a certified boilermaker in a heavy industry setting.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in metal fabrication and heavy industry.
• Basic understanding of tools, measurements, and mechanical principles.
• Good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the fabrication and assembly of metal structures using cutting, shaping, and fitting techniques.
• Learn to operate welding machines, grinders, and presses.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications for fabrication projects.
• Perform basic welding tasks under supervision, adhering to quality standards.
• Ensure all work is conducted safely, following workshop protocols and regulations.
• Maintain tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.

Skills

Metal fabrication interest

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary education completed

Tools

Welding machines

Grinders

Presses

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking motivated individuals to join as Apprentice Boilermakers in Kimberley . This apprenticeship provides comprehensive training in the fabrication, assembly, and erection of structures made from plates and tubes, such as boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels. You will work alongside skilled boilermakers, learning essential techniques and safety procedures. This is a unique opportunity for hands‑on learners in Kimberley to acquire a respected trade with significant career potential in heavy industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the fabrication and assembly of metal structures using cutting, shaping, and fitting techniques.
• Learn to operate specialized equipment such as welding machines, grinders, and presses.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications for fabrication projects.
• Perform basic welding tasks under supervision, adhering to quality standards.
• Ensure all work is conducted safely, following strict workshop protocols and regulations.
• Maintain tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order.

Requirements

• A strong interest in metal fabrication and heavy industry.
• Basic understanding of tools, measurements, and mechanical principles.
• Good manual dexterity, eye‑hand coordination, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a workshop environment.
• Physically fit for the demands of boilermaking work.
• Completion of secondary education is required; technical subjects are a plus.

Benefits

• Earn a competitive apprentice wage while developing skills.
• Receive extensive on‑the‑job training from experienced boilermakers.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging fabrication projects.
• Pathway to becoming a certified and skilled boilermaker.
• A strong focus on safety and professional development.