Apprentice Welder: Hands-on Training & Mentorship

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive training wage

Hands-on workshop experience

Mentorship from experienced welders

Certification and advancement pathways

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated individuals to join an Apprentice Welder program in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This on-site apprenticeship provides comprehensive training to become a certified welder, under the guidance of experienced welders and supervisors.

You will gain hands-on experience in MIG, TIG and Stick welding while learning to interpret drawings and apply safety protocols. Ideal candidates have Grade 12, strong manual dexterity and a passion for fabrication.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification.
• Strong interest in welding and metal fabrication; willingness to learn.
• Good physical stamina, coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial setting and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified welders in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding tasks.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding; cleaning, grinding, shaping.
• Operate welding equipment safely per procedures.
• Study technical drawings and blueprints for welding tasks.
• Perform basic welding tasks under supervision; maintain quality.
• Maintain welding tools; report any issues promptly.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations on site and workshop.
• Assist fabrication and assembly of metal components.
• Participate in training sessions and theory modules.
• Clean and finish welded joints for neat results.

Skills

Interest in welding

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reliability/punctuality

Willingness to learn

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Tools

Welding equipment handling

Job description

Placements24 is seeking motivated individuals to join an Apprentice Welder program in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This on-site apprenticeship provides comprehensive training to become a certified welder, under the guidance of experienced welders and supervisors.

You will gain hands-on experience in MIG, TIG and Stick welding while learning to interpret drawings and apply safety protocols. Ideal candidates have Grade 12, strong manual dexterity and a passion for fabrication.