Apprentice Welder - Fabrication

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welding training

Structured apprenticeship

Hands-on projects

Multiple welding techniques

Competitive wage

Trade qualification

Safe workshop environment

Potential for permanent employment

Mpumalanga employer

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit invites motivated individuals to join a Welder Apprenticeship program. Trainees will learn MIG, TIG and Arc welding, read blueprints and develop hands-on skills in a workshop setting.

Under the guidance of experienced welders, you will follow safety standards, complete assignments, and progress through a structured training path with the goal of securing permanent employment on successful completion.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Based in or willing to commute to Nelspruit.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior welders with MIG, TIG, and Arc tasks.
• Read and interpret welding blueprints and specifications.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding by cleaning, grinding, and cutting.
• Operate welding equipment safely under supervision.
• Ensure welds meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools.
• Follow safety regulations in the workshop.
• Participate in theoretical training and assessments.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient workflow and project completion.
• Assist in basic metal fabrication tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Blueprint reading

Safety mindset

Willingness to learn

Physical fitness

Education

Matriculation certificate

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading fabrication and manufacturing company in Nelspruit , is seeking motivated individuals for their Welder Apprenticeship program. This role involves learning and mastering various welding techniques to produce high-quality metal fabrications. You will work closely with experienced welders and fabricators, gaining hands‑on experience in a workshop environment. This apprenticeship is designed to provide comprehensive training, from fundamental welding skills to understanding technical drawings and ensuring safety standards. We are looking for individuals with a strong mechanical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to developing a career in skilled trades within Mpumalanga .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior welders in performing various welding tasks (e.g., MIG, TIG, Arc).
• Learn to read and interpret welding blueprints and specifications.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding by cleaning, grinding, and cutting.
• Operate welding equipment safely and efficiently under supervision.
• Ensure finished welds meet required quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain welding equipment and workshop tools.
• Adhere strictly to all safety regulations and procedures in the workshop.
• Participate in theoretical training sessions and assessments.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and project completion.
• Assist in basic metal fabrication tasks as needed.

Requirements

• A strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Good physical fitness and ability to work in a workshop environment.
• Matriculation certificate or equivalent.
• Previous exposure to metalwork or fabrication is a plus.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Based in or willing to commute to Nelspruit .

Benefits

• Comprehensive welding training from skilled professionals.
• Structured apprenticeship program with clear progression.
• Opportunity to learn multiple welding techniques.
• Hands‑on experience with various fabrication projects.
• Competitive apprenticeship wage.
• Gain a highly sought-after trade qualification.
• Safe and supportive workshop environment.
• Potential for permanent employment upon successful completion.
• Be part of a key industrial player in Mpumalanga .
• Develop a rewarding career in skilled manufacturing.