Apprentice Welder (Structural)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Training allowance

Project exposure

Long-term opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking dedicated individuals to join as Apprentice Welders in Soweto, focusing on structural applications. The apprenticeship offers extensive training in welding techniques, blueprint reading, and fabrication of structural steel components, with hands-on experience alongside skilled professionals.

This entry point into a skilled trade provides practical skills for construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development, plus opportunities for long-term employment and career

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent education.
• Strong interest in welding and fabrication, with mechanical aptitude.
• Physical fitness to work in demanding environments.
• Good hand-eye coordination and meticulous attention to detail.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship program and mastering welding.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified welders in the fabrication and assembly of structural metalwork.
• Learn to interpret welding symbols and technical drawings for structural projects.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding, including cutting, grinding, and cleaning.
• Practice and apply various welding techniques under expert supervision.
• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all safety protocols.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent education

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for dedicated individuals to join as Apprentice Welders with a focus on structural applications in Soweto . This apprenticeship will provide extensive training in various welding techniques, blueprint reading, and the fabrication of structural steel components. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will gain practical skills essential for construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure development. This is a robust entry point into a skilled trade with significant career potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist certified welders in the fabrication and assembly of structural metalwork.


• Learn to interpret welding symbols and technical drawings for structural projects.


• Prepare metal surfaces for welding, including cutting, grinding, and cleaning.


• Practice and apply various welding techniques under expert supervision.


• Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all company and industry safety protocols .

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent education.


• A strong interest in welding and fabrication , with mechanical aptitude.


• Physical fitness and the ability to work in demanding environments.


• Good hand-eye coordination and meticulous attention to detail.


• A commitment to completing the apprenticeship program and developing mastery in welding.

Benefits

• Comprehensive apprenticeship training leading to a recognized Welder trade qualification.


• A competitive training allowance throughout the duration of the apprenticeship.


• Exposure to diverse structural fabrication projects.


• Opportunities for long-term employment and career advancement.


• A safety-first culture with ongoing skill enhancement and training.