Mechanical Engineering Apprentice: Mentored Training

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

On-the-job training

Exposure to processes

Diverse projects

Education support

Potential permanent position

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice to gain hands-on experience in design, manufacturing, and maintenance. You will be mentored by seasoned engineers and contribute to real-world projects, building practical skills in a vital industrial sector.

You will learn through on-the-job training, with exposure to diverse engineering disciplines and processes, and there is potential for a permanent position within the engineering department.

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanical engineering and pursuing a career in the field.
• Relevant technical qualification or coursework is advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings; safe use of tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical systems and components.
• Participate in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of prototypes and equipment.
• Support maintenance and repair activities for mechanical installations and machinery.
• Learn to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and data analysis under supervision.
• Contribute to project documentation, including reports and progress updates.

Skills

Interest in mechanical engineering

Reading drawings

Willingness to learn

Basic physics understanding

Education

Technical qualification

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice to gain hands-on experience in design, manufacturing, and maintenance. You will be mentored by seasoned engineers and contribute to real-world projects, building practical skills in a vital industrial sector.

You will learn through on-the-job training, with exposure to diverse engineering disciplines and processes, and there is potential for a permanent position within the engineering department.