Apprentice Boilermaker

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive boilermaker program

Hands-on workshop experience in Sandon

Mentorship by skilled boilermakers

Trade qualification upon completion

Competitive apprentice salary and wage

Tools and PPE provided

Technical college support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking enthusiastic Apprentice Boilermakers for a comprehensive apprenticeship in Sandton, Gauteng. You will gain hands-on experience in metal fabrication, welding, cutting, grinding, fitting, and blueprint reading in a safety-focused workshop.

The program offers mentorship from skilled boilermakers, exposure to structural steel, tanks, and pressure vessels, and potential for permanent employment and specialization within the company.

Qualifications

• Interest in metalwork, fabrication, and structural engineering.
• Grade 12 (N3 level or equivalent in Engineering Studies is advantageous).
• Good mathematical skills and ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions precisely.
• Physical fitness and stamina.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and technologies.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Learning and applying fabrication techniques including cutting, shaping, drilling, and welding metal.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications accurately.
• Assisting in the assembly of structural steel, tanks, pressure vessels, and other metal fabrications.
• Operating machinery such as presses, bending machines, drills, and welding equipment safely.
• Performing basic welding tasks (e.g., arc, MIG) under supervision.
• Conducting quality checks on fabricated components to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment.
• Properly using and caring for tools and equipment.
• Participating actively in all required training sessions and theoretical studies.
• Adhering to all company safety policies and procedures, including the correct use of PPE.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

Grade 12 (N3 level or equivalent in Engineering Studies)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading fabrication and heavy engineering company located in **Sandton, Gauteng**, is seeking to recruit enthusiastic Apprentice Boilermakers. This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a career in metal fabrication, structural steel work, and the construction of pressure vessels and tanks. You will receive comprehensive training under the guidance of certified boilermakers, learning essential skills such as welding, cutting, grinding, fitting, and blueprint reading. The role involves working with various types of metals and machinery to construct and repair metal structures. We are looking for candidates with a strong mechanical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and a steadfast commitment to safety and quality workmanship. This is a hands-on role in a workshop environment that requires physical stamina and precision. A successful apprenticeship can lead to permanent employment and opportunities for specialization within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Learning and applying various fabrication techniques including cutting, shaping, drilling, and welding metal.


• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications accurately.


• Assisting in the assembly of structural steel, tanks, pressure vessels, and other metal fabrications.


• Operating machinery such as presses, bending machines, drills, and welding equipment safely.


• Performing basic welding tasks (e.g., arc, MIG) under supervision.


• Conducting quality checks on fabricated components to ensure adherence to specifications.


• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment.


• Properly using and caring for tools and equipment.


• Participating actively in all required training sessions and theoretical studies.


• Adhering to all company safety policies and procedures, including the correct use of PPE.

Requirements

• A strong interest in metalwork, fabrication, and structural engineering.


• Grade 12 (N3 level or equivalent in Engineering Studies is advantageous).


• Good mathematical skills and ability to interpret technical drawings.


• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow instructions precisely.


• Physical fitness and ability to perform tasks requiring strength and stamina.


• A keen awareness of workplace safety and a commitment to following procedures.


• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and technologies.


• Must be legally eligible to work in **South Africa**.


• Previous experience or exposure to welding or fabrication is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive boilermaker apprenticeship program with theoretical and practical training.


• Hands-on experience in a professional fabrication workshop in **Sandton**.


• Mentorship from highly skilled and experienced boilermakers.


• Opportunity to earn a recognized and valuable trade qualification.


• Competitive apprentice salary with regular performance reviews and salary increases.


• Exposure to diverse and challenging fabrication projects.


• Provision of all necessary tools, safety equipment, and workshop consumables.


• Support for technical college studies as part of the apprenticeship.


• Potential for long-term employment and career advancement.


• A safe and supportive learning environment.