Graduate Trainee - Engineering Support

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career growth

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking recent graduates for a Graduate Trainee program to support engineering teams. You will gain practical experience by handling technical documentation, project support, and day-to-day operations under experienced engineers.

This hands-on role offers on-the-job training, mentorship, exposure to multiple engineering disciplines, and a path for skill development and career growth within the engineering sector.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with an engineering degree or diploma.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with technical documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Provide support for engineering projects, including data collection and basic analysis.
• Help maintain and organize engineering equipment and supplies.
• Assist in troubleshooting basic technical issues under supervision.
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate engineering operations.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.

Skills

Engineering basics

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Engineering degree/diploma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for eager and technically inclined Graduate Trainees to provide essential support to their engineering teams in Soweto . This program offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience within an engineering environment, assisting with technical documentation, project support, and operational tasks. You will work closely with experienced engineers, learning about different engineering disciplines and contributing to the smooth functioning of technical projects. We seek individuals with a solid technical foundation and a desire to grow their skills in a hands‑on capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with technical documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Provide support for engineering projects, including data collection and basic analysis.
• Help with the maintenance and organization of engineering equipment and supplies.
• Assist in troubleshooting basic technical issues under supervision.
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate engineering operations.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a degree or diploma in an Engineering field (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Civil) or a related technical discipline.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineering professionals.
• Exposure to various engineering disciplines and projects in Soweto .
• Opportunities for skill development and career growth within the engineering sector.
• A supportive team environment focused on practical learning.