Junior Artisan Apprentice (Fitter and Turner)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive apprenticeship training

Stipend during apprenticeship

Hands-on machining experience

Mentorship from skilled artisans

Trade qualification upon completion

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng invites applications for a Junior Artisan Apprentice (Fitter and Turner) program. This apprenticeship trains you in fitting and turning, machining, assembly, and maintenance of mechanical components in a workshop setting under skilled artisans.

You will gain practical experience operating machine tools, reading drawings, measuring with precision, and adhering to safety rules. The program offers mentorship, a competitive stipend, and a path to a recognized artisan trade

Qualifications

• Completed Matric certificate, Mathematics and Physical Science advantageous.
• Interest in engineering, precision work, and hands-on tasks.
• Good spatial reasoning and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Team player with good communication skills, working in Mahikeng.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders.
• Assist in the assembly and fitting of mechanical parts and equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform precision measurements and ensure adherence to tolerances.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery.
• Adhere to all workshop safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Manual dexterity

Ability to follow instructions

Spatial reasoning

Interest in engineering

Education

Matric certificate

Job description

About the Role

Our client invites applications for the Junior Artisan Apprentice (Fitter and Turner) program in Mahikeng . This apprenticeship is designed to train you in the precise craft of fitting and turning, developing skills in machining, assembly, and maintenance of mechanical components. You will gain invaluable practical experience working in a workshop environment under the supervision of skilled artisans. We are seeking candidates with a meticulous nature, a strong aptitude for precision work, and the ambition to become a qualified artisan in the industrial landscape of Mahikeng .

Key Responsibilities

• Learn to operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders.
• Assist in the assembly and fitting of mechanical parts and equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform precision measurements and ensure adherence to tolerances.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery.
• Adhere to all workshop safety regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• Completed Matric certificate, with Mathematics and Physical Science being advantageous.
• A keen interest in engineering, precision work, and hands-on tasks.
• Good spatial reasoning and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Team player with good communication skills, working in Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Comprehensive apprenticeship training covering fitting and turning skills.
• Competitive monthly stipend during the apprenticeship period.
• Hands-on experience with advanced machining and assembly techniques.
• Mentorship from experienced and qualified Fitters and Turners.
• Opportunity to achieve a recognized artisan trade qualification.