Apprentice Boilermaker

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive training

Hands-on projects

Mentorship

Career pathway

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing eager individuals for Apprentice Boilermakers in Rustenburg. This apprenticeship offers a clear pathway into a skilled trade involving fabrication, welding, cutting, and fitting of boilers and pressure vessels under expert supervision.

You will learn to handle heavy steel, read technical drawings, and perform physical tasks in demanding industrial environments, with comprehensive training and long-term career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent with strong maths and technical drawing.
• Interest in metal fabrication and the boilermaking trade.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior boilermakers in fabricating, fitting, and assembling metal components for boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels.
• Learn and practice various welding and cutting techniques using appropriate equipment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications accurately.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on existing structures and equipment as directed.
• Ensure all work is carried out to the highest standards of safety and quality.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and the work area in a safe and orderly condition.

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent with strong maths and technical drawing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking eager individuals to join as Apprentice Boilermakers in Rustenburg . This apprenticeship offers a unique pathway into a highly skilled trade, involving the fabrication, assembly, and repair of pressurized vessels, tanks, and boilers. You will learn to work with heavy steel, utilizing welding, cutting, and fitting techniques under expert supervision. We are looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and ready to commit to rigorous training and development, building a career in an essential industrial sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior boilermakers in fabricating, fitting, and assembling metal components for boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels.
• Learn and practice various welding and cutting techniques using appropriate equipment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications accurately.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on existing structures and equipment as directed.
• Ensure all work is carried out to the highest standards of safety and quality.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and the work area in a safe and orderly condition.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification, with a strong grasp of mathematics and technical drawing.
• A genuine interest in metal fabrication and the boilermaking trade.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work in demanding industrial environments and perform physical tasks.
• A commitment to developing a long-term career in boilermaking.

Benefits

• Competitive apprenticeship remuneration package.
• Comprehensive training in all aspects of boilermaking.
• Gain practical experience on significant industrial projects.
• Mentorship from experienced and qualified boilermakers.
• Pathway to becoming a certified and skilled tradesperson.