Electrical Engineering Apprentice: Mentored Hands-On

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Structured learning pathway

Opportunity for ongoing employment

Competitive stipend

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is recruiting an Electrical Engineering Apprentice to join our industrial team. You will work closely with experienced engineers and technicians, gaining hands-on experience across installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

This is a structured program designed to develop practical skills and a solid engineering foundation. You will complete a comprehensive training path, learn to read schematics and diagrams, and participate in

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science required.
• Strong interest in electrical engineering and willingness to learn.
• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• N3 or equivalent qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation and maintenance of electrical control systems and equipment.
• Learn to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Support troubleshooting and repair of electrical faults.
• Participate in inspections and preventive maintenance of electrical infrastructure.
• Gain hands-on experience with power distribution systems and instrumentation.
• Assist in testing electrical components to ensure safety standards.
• Collaborate with the engineering team on project tasks and site activities.
• Learn workshop practices including soldering and wiring techniques.
• Maintain logs and records of maintenance activities.
• Apply electrical theory and safety protocols on site.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Matric (Maths & Physics)

N3 (advantageous)

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is recruiting an Electrical Engineering Apprentice to join our industrial team. You will work closely with experienced engineers and technicians, gaining hands-on experience across installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

This is a structured program designed to develop practical skills and a solid engineering foundation. You will complete a comprehensive training path, learn to read schematics and diagrams, and participate in