Fitting and Turning Apprentice

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

National Certificate

Apprentice salary with reviews

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is representing a prominent heavy industry enterprise in Richards Bay offering a Fitting and Turning Apprenticeship. The program provides hands-on training in precision metalworking, component manufacturing and machinery maintenance, guiding the trainee to become a skilled artisan in a critical industrial sector.

The apprenticeship emphasizes safety, discipline and learning to read engineering drawings, interpret manuals and operate machine tools under expert supervision.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Technical Drawing.
• Genuine interest in mechanical work and precision engineering.
• Good spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to completing the full apprenticeship duration and coursework.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to precise specifications.
• Develop skills in assembling, fitting, and repairing mechanical components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals.
• Perform precision measurements using various measuring instruments.
• Assist in the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial machinery.
• Adhere strictly to safety regulations and maintain a clean workshop environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Spatial reasoning

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12 + Maths & Tech Drawing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent heavy industry enterprise located in Richards Bay , is offering a fantastic opportunity for aspiring artisans through its Fitting and Turning Apprenticeship program. This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy working with machinery and possess a keen mechanical aptitude. You will receive comprehensive training in precision metalworking, component manufacturing, and machinery maintenance. This apprenticeship is your gateway to becoming a skilled artisan in a critical industrial sector, contributing to the operational efficiency of complex machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn to operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to precise specifications.
• Develop skills in assembling, fitting, and repairing mechanical components and assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals.
• Perform precision measurements using various measuring instruments.
• Assist in the maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial machinery.
• Adhere strictly to safety regulations and maintain a clean workshop environment.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Technical Drawing.
• A genuine interest in mechanical work and precision engineering.
• Good spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in an industrial setting.
• Commitment to completing the full apprenticeship duration and coursework.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work meticulously on tasks in the manufacturing plant .

Benefits

• Hands-on training in Fitting and Turning under expert supervision.
• Opportunity to earn a National Certificate in relevant trade.
• Apprentice salary with regular reviews based on progress.
• Career development opportunities within the industrial sector.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial equipment and processes.