Electrician Apprenticeship - VKB Milling, Christiana

VKB Agriculture; Christiana; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

VKB Milling offers an apprenticeship program to train aspiring electricians. You will work hands-on to develop skills in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical systems within our milling facilities.

As you progress, you will learn to read blueprints and electrical schematics, and you will support licensed electricians on projects while maintaining high safety and quality standards. This on-site program emphasizes practical learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to work in outdoor environments and physical conditions.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, maintaining and repairing electrical systems.
• Learn to read blueprints, schematics and electrical codes.
• Pull wire, bend conduit and install circuit breakers and panels.
• Use hand and power tools under supervision.
• Maintain tools and work area in clean, safe condition.
• Follow safety standards and electrical codes at all times.

Skills

Communication

Physical

Team player

Under supervision

Education

Grade 12 / NQF 4

Pre-apprenticeship program

Job description

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the-farm foods for consumers. Apart from its various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK.

Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture, with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years. Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now operate across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, storage, handling and national and international market channels.

This "house of brands", established with the support of our farmer shareholders, forms the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the-farm foods for consumers. Apart from its various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK.

Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture, with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years. Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now operate across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, storage, handling and national and international market channels.

This "house of brands", established with the support of our farmer shareholders, forms the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

More about VKB Milling

Farm Foods, a division of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd and part of the VKB Group, is a leading South African manufacturer of staple food products. Formed through the integration of VKB Milling, Vhembe Milling and GWK Farm Foods, Farm Foods supplies high-quality maize meal, flour, pasta, noodles and related products to households, bakeries, retailers and industrial customers across South Africa.

With production facilities located in Mokopane (Limpopo), Mashishing (Mpumalanga), Frankfort (Free State), Christiana (North West) and Modderrivier (Northern Cape), Farm Foods is strategically positioned to serve markets nationwide while maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety and operational excellence.

Guided by our promise, "For Everyone, In Every Meal," we are committed to delivering nutritious, reliable and locally produced food products while creating meaningful opportunities for our employees, customers and communities.

Farm Foods, a division of VKB Agri Processors (Pty) Ltd and part of the VKB Group, is a leading South African manufacturer of staple food products. Formed through the integration of VKB Milling, Vhembe Milling and GWK Farm Foods, Farm Foods supplies high-quality maize meal, flour, pasta, noodles and related products to households, bakeries, retailers and industrial customers across South Africa.

With production facilities located in Mokopane (Limpopo), Mashishing (Mpumalanga), Frankfort (Free State), Christiana (North West) and Modderrivier (Northern Cape), Farm Foods is strategically positioned to serve markets nationwide while maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety and operational excellence.

Guided by our promise, "For Everyone, In Every Meal," we are committed to delivering nutritious, reliable and locally produced food products while creating meaningful opportunities for our employees, customers and communities.

Job description

As part of our apprenticeship program, VKB Milling offers various apprenticeships. In this role, you will receive hands‑on training to develop the skills needed to become a certified Electrician. You will assist experienced Electricians in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial machinery and mechanical equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, wiring, outlets, lighting, and control systems.
• Learn to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical codes.
• Pull wire, bend conduit, and install circuit breakers and panels.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment under supervision.
• Maintain tools, materials, and work area in clean and safe condition.
• Follow safety standards and electrical codes at all times.
• Support licensed electricians on projects.

Job Requirement

• Grade 12 / NQF 4
• Strong interest in electrical work and technical problem‑solving.
• Enrolled in or completion of a pre‑apprenticeship program.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and physical conditions
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• A positive attitude and a strong work ethic

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Physical
• Team player attitude
• Ability to work under supervision

Our Values

At VKB, we are:

• Humble – We listen, respect, and learn
• Hungry – We pursue excellence and growth
• Smart – We apply knowledge with sound judgment
• Bold – We act with courage and conviction
• Team Players – We succeed together

Important Information for Applicants

VKB Group reserves the right to close or withdraw any vacancy at its discretion. All personal information submitted through the Career Portal will be used solely for recruitment purposes and, where applicable, for matters related to employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, VKB Group is committed to Employment Equity, transformation, and the inclusion of People with Disabilities. Our recruitment decisions are aligned with the VKB Group Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Strategy.

A Note on Honesty and Integrity

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a screening questionnaire. We strongly encourage all candidates to answer every question honestly and accurately.

At VKB Group, our culture is rooted in the values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team. We believe in building authentic relationships and making sound decisions based on trust and integrity. Misrepresenting qualifications, experience, competencies, criminal history, or any other information may result in your application being withdrawn or your employment being terminated should discrepancies be identified during verification processes.

We respect your time and ask that you respect ours by providing truthful information throughout the recruitment process. This helps ensure that we focus on candidates who are genuinely aligned with the requirements of the role and the values of our organisation.

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
• VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.
• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities