Transnet Artisan in Training Apprenticeships 2026 / 2027

Studentroom; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Transnet invites suitably qualified South African youth to apply for the Artisan in Training Apprenticeship Programme 2026/2027 in various technical trades. The apprenticeship runs for 24 months at various locations across South Africa, offering practical workplace experience, mentorship and industry exposure.

Successful candidates will learn to plan and prepare work sites, use tools and equipment, install and test equipment, and perform maintenance and repairs under guided supervision, with

Qualifications

• N2–N6 with Trade Theory and Mathematics required
• NCV Level 4 with Trade Theory and Mathematics
• Technical Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science and Trade Theory

Responsibilities

• Pass on practical shop floor skills during 24-month programme
• Prepare equipment and tools for installations and maintenance
• Use hand tools and measuring equipment
• Install and assemble equipment and systems
• Test and inspect installations and ensure safety procedures are followed
• Carry out maintenance and repairs under supervision
• Document learnings and progress as part of the training programme

Skills

Mathematics

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Education

N2–N6 Certificate

NCV Level 4

Technical Grade 12

Job description

Transnet invites suitably qualified South African youth to apply for the Artisan in Training Apprenticeship Programme 2026 / 2027 in various technical trades.

Apprenticeship Location: Various locations across South Africa

About the Transnet Artisan in Training Programme

The Transnet Artisan in Training Programme is designed to provide participants with practical workplace experience and technical development in trade-related environments.

The programme combines hands-on training, mentorship and industry exposure over a period of 24 months.

Successful candidates will gain practical experience in planning and preparing work sites, using tools and equipment, carrying out installations and assemblies, testing equipment, performing inspections and completing maintenance and repair work.

Transnet is recruiting for the following trades:

• Boilermaker
• Millwright
• Mechanical Fitter

Applicants must have completed one of the following:

N2–N6 Qualification

An N2 to N6 Certificate with:

• Relevant Trade Theory
• Mathematics
• Other relevant subjects

An NCV Level 4 certificate with:

• Relevant Trade Theory
• Mathematics

Technical Grade 12

Applicants may also qualify with a Technical Grade 12 including:

• Mathematics
• Physical Science
• Relevant Trade Theory

Additional Requirements

Applicants must:

• Have passed Mathematics with at least 50%.
• Be between 18 and 30 years old.
• Be South African citizens.
• Attach all relevant qualifications.
• Attach academic records relevant to the position.

Important: Applicants must not already have a Trade Certificate / Red Seal.

What Participants Will Learn

Successful apprentices will gain exposure to activities such as:

• Preparing equipment and tools.
• Using hand tools.
• Using measuring equipment.
• Working with trade-related consumables and materials.
• Installing and assembling equipment.
• Fitting and connecting equipment.
• Testing and inspecting installations.
• Commissioning equipment.
• Performing maintenance.
• Following safety and technical procedures.

Documents Required

Applicants should prepare:

• Updated CV.
• South African ID.
• Relevant N2–N6, NCV Level 4 or Technical Grade 12 qualification.
• Academic record.
• Any additional qualification documents relevant to the apprenticeship.