Millwright Apprentice - Hands-On Training & Mentorship

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training allowance

Mentorship

Diverse equipment exposure

National trade qualification

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking motivated individuals for a Millwright Apprentice position to train in installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment. You will learn to work with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems under seasoned millwrights, building a foundation for a dynamic career in the Western Cape.

This apprenticeship offers mentorship, exposure to diverse equipment, and a pathway to a national trade qualification and career progression after

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent and interest in technical subjects.
• Interest in industrial machinery and complex systems.
• Good mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Physical stamina for industrial settings.
• Commitment to ongoing learning throughout the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, alignment, and commissioning of new machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance, lubrication, and inspection of industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints and schematics.
• Safely operate various hand and power tools, including lifting equipment.
• Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities and equipment status.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking motivated individuals for a Millwright Apprentice position to train in installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment. You will learn to work with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems under seasoned millwrights, building a foundation for a dynamic career in the Western Cape.

This apprenticeship offers mentorship, exposure to diverse equipment, and a pathway to a national trade qualification and career progression after