Trainee Boilermaker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship

Trade qualification

Mentorship

Competitive apprentice wage

Career exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, invites eager learners to train as Trainee Boilermakers. This apprenticeship builds a foundation in fabricating, assembling, and installing boilers, tanks and large metal vessels and provides hands-on welding, cutting, and shaping experience.

Under skilled tradespeople, you will gain a recognized trade qualification, practical project exposure, and a structured path toward a boilermaker career in the regional industrial sector.

Qualifications

• Interest in metal fabrication and construction trades.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions.
• Physical fitness and readiness for hands-on training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cutting, shaping, and assembling metal plates and structures.
• Learn welding techniques (MMAW, MIG, TIG) under supervision.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Participate in assembly and installation of boilers and tanks.
• Ensure work meets safety and quality standards at Mossel Bay site.

Skills

Interest in metal fabrication and/con?

Teamwork and instruction following

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics

Tools

Welding equipment

Blueprint reading

Job description

Our client is recruiting eager learners to train as Trainee Boilermakers in Mossel Bay . This apprenticeship provides a robust foundation in fabricating, assembling, and installing boilers, tanks, and other large vessels from metal plates. You will learn essential skills in welding, cutting, and shaping metal, working on projects that are vital to the region’s industrial and marine sectors. Under the guidance of skilled tradespeople, you will develop a valuable trade qualification in a hands-on, dynamic work environment within the scenic Western Cape .

About the Role

Our client is recruiting eager learners to train as Trainee Boilermakers in Mossel Bay . This apprenticeship provides a robust foundation in fabricating, assembling, and installing boilers, tanks, and other large vessels from metal plates. You will learn essential skills in welding, cutting, and shaping metal, working on projects that are vital to the region’s industrial and marine sectors. Under the guidance of skilled tradespeople, you will develop a valuable trade qualification in a hands-on, dynamic work environment within the scenic Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the marking off, cutting, shaping, and assembling of metal plates and structures.
• Learn and apply various welding and riveting techniques under supervision.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications for fabrication tasks.
• Operate hand and power tools, including grinders, drills, and welding equipment, safely.
• Ensure all work is performed to high-quality standards and complies with safety regulations.

Requirements

• A demonstrable interest in metal fabrication and construction trades.
• Physical strength and stamina, with the ability to work in various conditions.
• Good spatial reasoning and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work effectively in a team.
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, with a pass in Mathematics.

Benefits

• A structured apprenticeship program leading to a recognized Boilermaker trade certificate.
• Practical experience on significant fabrication projects.
• A competitive trainee stipend that grows with your acquired skills.
• Opportunity to train and work in a key coastal industrial town, Mossel Bay .
• Mentorship and guidance from seasoned professionals in the trade.

Our client is offering an excellent opportunity for a Boilermaker Apprenticeship in Mossel Bay . This program is ideal for individuals interested in working with metal fabrication, welding, and the construction/maintenance of boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels. You will receive comprehensive training from skilled tradespeople, learning to interpret blueprints, cut, shape, and join metal components using various welding and fabrication techniques. This apprenticeship provides a solid foundation for a rewarding career in a skilled trade, contributing to major industrial projects and infrastructure development.

About the Role

Our client is offering an excellent opportunity for a Boilermaker Apprenticeship in Mossel Bay . This program is ideal for individuals interested in working with metal fabrication, welding, and the construction/maintenance of boilers, tanks, and pressure vessels. You will receive comprehensive training from skilled tradespeople, learning to interpret blueprints, cut, shape, and join metal components using various welding and fabrication techniques. This apprenticeship provides a solid foundation for a rewarding career in a skilled trade, contributing to major industrial projects and infrastructure development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in cutting, shaping, and fitting metal plates and structures according to specifications.
• Learn and apply various welding techniques (e.g., MMAW, MIG, TIG) under supervision.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
• Participate in the assembly and installation of metal fabrications, including boilers and tanks.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and meets quality standards at the Mossel Bay site.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and ideally Physical Science.
• A keen interest in metalwork, fabrication, and welding.
• Good physical strength and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when required.
• Commitment to safety protocols and quality workmanship in Mossel Bay .

Benefits

• Comprehensive apprenticeship training in boilermaking.
• Mentorship from experienced and certified boilermakers.
• Competitive apprentice wage.
• Opportunity to gain a recognized trade qualification.
• Career prospects in diverse industrial and construction sectors.