Electrician Apprentice at Transnet for unskilled candidates (Grade 12, N2-N6, NCV L4)

Apprentice: Electrician (Bloemfontein, Durban, Koedoespoort, Salt River, North End, Cambridge)

Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre

Employee Group: Trainee

Department: TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices: BFX

Location: Various Locations

Reporting To: Snr Specialist:Learning&Perfomance INTEG

Grade: APP

Reference: req3348

The closing date is on 01.10.2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

Position Purpose

The purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare a learner to operate independently and productively in preparation of being a Competent Qualified Artisan. The electrician apprentice will be trained to plan and prepare, install, manufacture, connect, assemble, test and inspect, commission control systems, installations, and assemblies, maintain, modify and repair equipment, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.

Position Outputs

Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.

Qualifications and Experience

N2 SUBJECTS: Electrical Trade Theory, Industrial Electronics, Engineering Science, Mathematics (Pure)

OR N3-6 SUBJECTS: Industrial Electronics, Mathematics (Pure), Engineering Science, Electrotechnology, Industrial Technology/ Industrial Electronics

OR NCV Level 4: Fundamentals; First Additional Language (English), Mathematics (Pure), Life Orientation, Vocational subjects; Electrical Principles & Practice, Workshop Practice, Electronic Control & Digital Electronics Optional (choose one), Electrical Systems & construction, Renewable energy Technologies

OR Technical Grade 12: Life Orientation, Mathematics (Pure), Electrical Technology, Physical Science, Engineering and Graphic Design, Home Language, First Additional language.

Age between 18 and 35 years.

Competencies

Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork

Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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