Trainee Engineering Technician - Mentored Hands-On Training

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship

Stipend & potential FT

Cutting-edge tech exposure

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is offering a Trainee Engineering Technician program designed to provide comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship, equipping successful candidates with practical skills across engineering disciplines. You will assist senior technicians and engineers, perform basic testing, calibration and maintenance, participate in design reviews, and maintain detailed records.

The program includes structured training, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and potential

Qualifications

• Interest in engineering and willingness to learn.
• Grade 12 with Maths & Science.
• Good problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians and engineers with technical tasks and projects.
• Learn and apply engineering principles and practices in a practical setting.
• Conduct basic testing, calibration and maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, test results and project progress.

Skills

Interest in engineering

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 with Maths & Science

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is offering a Trainee Engineering Technician program designed to provide comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship, equipping successful candidates with practical skills across engineering disciplines. You will assist senior technicians and engineers, perform basic testing, calibration and maintenance, participate in design reviews, and maintain detailed records.

The program includes structured training, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and potential