Welding Apprentice

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship

Competitive training wage

Practical welding experience

Mentorship from certified welders

Career foundation in welding

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated individuals to train as Welding Apprentices in Mossel Bay. The program covers arc, MIG, and TIG welding techniques under experienced welders, with safety protocols and practical metal preparation.

Participants will learn on diverse projects, gain hands-on expertise, and develop proficiency through mentorship and structured training wages that increase with skill development. This apprenticeship offers a solid foundation for a career in welding and fabrication.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent preferred.
• Strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and adhere to safety standards.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship program and developing proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Learn and practice welding techniques on various metals.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding by cleaning, grinding, and cutting.
• Assist in the assembly of metal components prior to welding.
• Follow detailed welding procedures and safety guidelines meticulously.
• Inspect completed welds for quality and adherence to specifications under supervision.

Skills

Interest in welding

Manual dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Education

Grade 12

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking motivated and hands-on individuals to train as Welding Apprentices in Mossel Bay . This program will equip you with the fundamental skills and techniques of various welding processes, including arc, MIG, and TIG welding. You will work under the supervision of experienced welders on diverse projects, learning safety protocols, metal preparation, and quality control. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to enter a trade that is crucial in manufacturing, construction, and fabrication industries, offering a path to a skilled and respected profession.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and practice different welding techniques on various metals.
• Prepare metal surfaces for welding by cleaning, grinding, and cutting.
• Assist in the assembly of metal components prior to welding.
• Follow detailed welding procedures and safety guidelines meticulously.
• Inspect completed welds for quality and adherence to specifications under supervision.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• A strong interest in welding and metal fabrication.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and adhere to safety standards.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship program and developing proficiency.

Benefits

• Structured apprenticeship with comprehensive training in welding techniques.
• A competitive training wage that increases with skill development.
• Practical experience across a range of welding applications.
• Guidance and mentorship from skilled and certified welders.
• A solid foundation for a career in the welding and fabrication sector.