Welder Apprentice at Transnet for unskilled candidates (Grade 12, N2-N6, NVC L4)
- Career Exibs SA
- Sep 30
- 2 min read
Apprentice: Welder (Durban, Germiston, Koedoespoort, Salt River)
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: req3349
The closing date is on 10/10/2025. 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 apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation of being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice welder will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.
Position Outputs
Expected Outcome 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 etc. trade related equipment and test, inspect, commission and maintain trade related equipment, installations or assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
N2 Subjects: Mathematics (Pure), Engineering Science, Plating &Structural drawing/Engineering drawing (draughting), Metal worker’s theory/Plater’s theory
OR N3-N6 Subjects: Mathematics (Pure), Engineering Science, Plating & Structural drawing/Engineering drawing (draughting), Mechano-technology
OR NCV Level 4: Fundamentals, First Additional Language (English), Mathematics (Pure), Life Orientation, Vocational subjects; Engineering Process, Professional Engineering Practice, Applied Engineering Technology, Welding
OR Technical grade 12: Mechanical technology (welding and metal work), Life Orientation, Mathematics (Pure), Engineering and Graphic Design, Home Language, First Additional language, Physical Science Age between 18 and 35.
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.