Diesel Mechanic Apprentice

BHBW SA (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BHBW SA (Pty) Ltd in Gauteng invites applications for an Apprentice in Mechanical Engineering. The role emphasizes learning under skilled mentors to gain practical experience and hands-on practice with forklifts and related equipment.

You will work toward module outcomes, complete theoretical learning, and update the Apprentice Training Logbook as you progress toward the Trade Test, while maintaining safety and teamwork throughout the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• N3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with Engineering Drawing.
• Computer literacy required.
• Valid Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Complete Apprentice level module outcomes and theoretical learning.
• Finish practical training and skills assessments with success.
• Update Apprentice Training Logbook and track activities.
• Achieve first attempt success on level test.
• Complete Trade Test at end of Apprenticeship.
• Meet workplace objectives and KPI targets as directed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Goal-oriented

Process-driven

Self-starter

Thrives under pressure

Analytical ability

Numerical reasoning

Verbal comprehension

Mechanical ability

Education

N3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Engineering drawing

Computer literacy

Valid Driver’s license

Job description

Purpose of the Role

Learning and practising the applicable trade under the guidance of skilled or qualified persons, to gather sufficient practical experience.

Key Performance Areas

• Successful completion of Apprentice level module outcomes and all theoretical learning
• Successfully complete all practical training and skills assessments
• Apply skills learnt in the workplaceUpdate Apprentice Training Logbook Completion
• Update Apprentice Training Logbook Activity Completion
• Successful First Attempt of Level Test
• Successful completion of Trade Test at the end of Apprenticeship
• Meeting the objectives and requirements of the workplace as advised by manager/ mentor
• Maintain a safe working environment (according to safety policy and procedures)
• Achieve individual Balanced Scorecard and KPIs
• Effective self-management and performance ownership
• Adherence to any reasonable instruction

Qualification, Experience and Competencies

Minimum Qualification

• N3 or Equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with the following subjects passed:
  • Engineering Drawing
• Computer Literacy
• Valid Driver’s license

Minimum Experience

• 0 – 1 year

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Goal-oriented
• Process-driven
• Self-starter
• Thrives under pressure
• Basic analytical ability
• Basic reasoning
• Basic numerical reasoning
• Basic verbal comprehension
• Mechanical ability
• Reliable and honest
• Willing to learn and assist
• Able to learn and apply technical information on forklifts