Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

Cre8work!; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established mechanical engineering facility in Johannesburg is seeking a mechanical engineering apprentice technician. This role involves structured training through academic studies and hands-on workshop work to develop essential engineering skills. Candidates should have matric and preferably previous experience in the engineering or steel industry. A clear criminal record and contactable references are required for application.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the engineering/steel industry.
• Clear criminal record.
• Contactable references.

Responsibilities

• Observe and learn a range of engineering skills under skilled staff.
• Demonstrate learned skills and work independently or in a team.
• Maintain workshop equipment and keep it in good repair.
• Record projects in a logbook throughout the apprenticeship.

Skills

Engineering skills

Ability to follow instructions

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Matric

Job description

Overview

To train as a mechanical engineering apprentice technician, to undertake a structured training program of academic study and workshop work in order to gain the required skills and knowledge to support the research requirements of a well established mechanical engineering facility.

Responsibilities

• Observing, learning and understanding a wide range of engineering skills and processes while under the instruction of skilled technical staff.


• To be able to demonstrate these skills and processes as the training period progresses by working independently or with a team, to undertake tasks as instructed and increasing overall contribution to the department.


• To undertake and successfully complete suitable college courses throughout the training period, achieving the academic grades and practical skills in order to entitle yearly progression leading to the award of a suitable qualification in mechanical engineering.


• Learning and understanding the importance of Health and safety within the workspace.


• To develop the skills to construct or modify apparatus and instruments from verbal instructions and drawings, for research, projects.


• To learn how to maintain workshop equipment and to keep it in good repair.


• To maintain a logbook over the duration of the apprenticeship period, recording projects that have been undertaken and the skills learned.


• To maintain and to ensure general good housekeeping of the workplace and laboratory areas.


• To maintain a smart appearance and to act in a professional manner at all times.


• To perform any other duties appropriate to the grade and role of the post holder.

Requirements

• Previous experience in the engineering / steel industry.


• Matric


• Clear criminal record


• Contactable references.