Apprentice Boilermaker - Structural Steel

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training program leading

Competitive apprenticeship wage

Hands-on experience in large-scale fab

Mentorship from industry-experienced

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks motivated individuals for an Apprentice Boilermaker role in Vereeniging, Gauteng. This hands-on apprenticeship covers blueprint reading, cutting, welding and assembly of heavy steel structures in a dynamic workshop environment.

You will learn from experienced professionals, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality and practical skill development leading to a recognized boilermaker qualification.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in boilermaking and a career in structural steel fabrication.
• Good mechanical aptitude and spatial reasoning skills.
• Excellent team player with good communication skills.
• Commitment to safety protocols and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fabrication, assembly and erection of structural steel components.
• Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings and welding procedures.
• Operate workshop machinery under supervision to cut, shape and fit steel.
• Develop welding proficiency (Arc, MIG) for structural projects.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Participate in on-the-job training and technical instruction sessions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Spatial reasoning

Team player

Communication skills

Safety conscious

Willingness to learn

Education

Grade XII with Mathematics and Physical Science

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading fabricator of structural steel components for the construction industry, located in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA , is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Apprentice Boilermakers. This is a hands-on apprenticeship designed for those with a strong aptitude for metalwork and construction. You will receive comprehensive training in all aspects of boilermaking, including blueprint interpretation, cutting, shaping, welding, and assembling heavy steel structures. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will gain invaluable practical skills in a dynamic workshop environment. This role demands a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to significant construction projects and develop a highly sought-after trade qualification. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, balancing workshop duties with potential off-site project exposure in the Vereeniging, Gauteng area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the fabrication, assembly, and erection of structural steel components.
• Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and welding procedures.
• Operate workshop machinery such as guillotines, presses, and overhead cranes under supervision.
• Perform precision cutting, shaping, and fitting of steel plates and sections.
• Acquire proficiency in various welding techniques (e.g., Arc, MIG) relevant to structural steel.
• Ensure all fabricated components meet stringent quality standards and safety requirements.
• Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and the work area in a safe and organized manner.
• Participate in on-the-job training and technical instruction sessions.
• Assist with the lifting and handling of heavy materials safely.

Requirements

• A strong interest in boilermaking and a career in structural steel fabrication.
• Completed Grade 12 or equivalent, with Mathematics and Physical Science being advantageous.
• Good mechanical aptitude and spatial reasoning skills.
• Ability to work accurately and meticulously.
• Strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.Physical fitness and the ability to handle heavy materials and work in various conditions.
• Excellent team player with good communication skills.
• Commitment to adhering to safety protocols.
• Own reliable transportation to the workshop in Vereeniging, Gauteng is beneficial.
• Eagerness to embrace the challenges of structural fabrication.

Benefits

This apprenticeship offers a path to a skilled trade and career:

• Comprehensive training program leading to a recognized Boilermaker qualification.
• Competitive apprenticeship wage with clear progression.
• Hands-on experience in the fabrication of large-scale structural steel projects.
• Exposure to a dynamic workshop and potential site-based activities in and around Vereeniging, Gauteng .
• Mentorship from industry-experienced professionals.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
• A strong emphasis on health and safety in all operations.
• Development of highly valuable and in-demand trade skills.