Apprentice Boilermaker

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship training

Boilermaker certification

Mentorship by skilled boilermakers

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive apprentice salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking applicants for an Apprentice Boilermaker role. Learn fabrication, assembly, erection and repair of heavy metal structures, tanks and pressure vessels under experienced boilermakers.

You will gain hands-on welding, cutting, shaping and fitting skills while working on diverse projects, with mentorship and a clear path to a trades qualification and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Strong interest in metal fabrication and construction trades.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and instructions.
• Commitment to safety procedures and quality workmanship.
• Physical strength and stamina to handle heavy materials and work in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced boilermakers in fabricating and assembling metal structures and vessels.
• Learn to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Operate various tools and machinery, including welding equipment, plasma cutters, and grinders, safely and effectively.
• Perform cutting, shaping, and fitting of metal plates and sections according to design requirements.
• Participate in the erection and installation of large metal structures.
• Conduct inspections to ensure the quality and integrity of work performed.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Read technical drawings

Safety awareness

Interest in metal fabrication

Physical strength

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Welding equipment

Plasma cutters

Grinders

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking individuals with a strong practical inclination for an Apprentice Boilermaker position, offering a unique opportunity to learn the trade in Upington . This apprenticeship focuses on the fabrication, assembly, erection, and repair of heavy metal structures, tanks, and pressure vessels. You will work under the guidance of experienced boilermakers, gaining hands‑on skills in welding, cutting, shaping, and fitting metal components. This role is suited for those who are detail‑oriented, enjoy working with their hands, and are committed to mastering a skilled trade essential in heavy industry and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist experienced boilermakers in fabricating and assembling metal structures and vessels.
• Learn to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Operate various tools and machinery, including welding equipment, plasma cutters, and grinders, safely and effectively.
• Perform cutting, shaping, and fitting of metal plates and sections according to design requirements.
• Participate in the erection and installation of large metal structures.
• Conduct inspections to ensure the quality and integrity of work performed.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• A strong interest in metal fabrication and construction trades.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and instructions.
• Commitment to safety procedures and quality workmanship.
• Physical strength and stamina to handle heavy materials and work in various conditions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive apprenticeship training leading to a qualified Boilermaker certification.
• Competitive apprentice salary.
• Practical experience on diverse and challenging fabrication projects.
• Mentorship from skilled and experienced boilermakers.
• Potential for long-term employment and career advancement in the heavy industry sector.