PDC Engineering Apprenticeships 2026 Open for Unemployed Youth

Young South African engineering apprentices receiving artisan trade training through PDC.

PDC is inviting unemployed South African youth to submit applications for its Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026. The opportunity covers six apprenticeship placements across electrician, millwright, fitter and turner, and tool and die maker trades, giving technically minded applicants a structured route into artisan training. For young people who enjoy practical work, machines, tools and technical…

Premier Millwright Apprenticeship Offers 3-Year Artisan Training

Young South African millwright apprentice receiving practical artisan training at Premier.

Premier is offering a 3-year Millwright Apprenticeship for young technical candidates who want to build practical artisan skills in an FMCG milling environment. The programme combines accredited theoretical learning with on-the-job training under qualified artisans, giving motivated applicants a structured route into mechanical and electrical trade exposure. For candidates who enjoy working with tools, machines…

Wilmar Fitter Apprenticeship 2026: 4-Year Training Programme With Monthly Stipend

Young South African apprentices receiving mechanical fitter training through the Wilmar Fitter Apprenticeship 2026

For candidates who want a practical route into a skilled trade, the Wilmar Fitter Apprenticeship 2026 offers a structured 4-year training opportunity toward a Fitter trade qualification. The programme supports qualifying applicants with a monthly stipend, institutional training, a toolkit, PPE and workplace learning exposure. Wilmar SA is offering a 4-year Apprentice Fitter training programme…

Komatsu Apprentice Programme 2026: 4-Year Engineering Training Opportunity

Young South African apprentices receiving technical workshop training through the Komatsu Apprentice Programme 2026

For young candidates who want a practical route into engineering, manufacturing and technical trades, the Komatsu Apprentice Programme 2026 offers a structured 4-year training opportunity. The programme is designed for unemployed applicants who want to build hands-on technical skills while completing prescribed apprentice modules through merSETA. Komatsu South Africa is inviting young individuals to submit…

TARDI Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeships 2026: 25 Paid Training Opportunities Open

South African apprentices receiving diesel mechanic training in the TARDI Apprenticeship Programme 2026.

A paid diesel mechanic apprenticeship can do more than fill a training gap. It can give young South Africans a real route into artisan development, workplace experience, and trade test preparation while earning a monthly stipend along the way. The Tsolo Agriculture and Rural Development Institute (TARDI), in partnership with TETA, has opened applications for…

Feltex Apprentice Fitter 2026: Training Opportunity for Grade 12 and N3 Candidates

Young South African apprentice fitter receiving practical maintenance training at Feltex.

The Feltex Apprentice Fitter 2026 opportunity gives technically minded candidates a chance to enter practical trade training in maintenance, fitting and equipment repair. Based at Trim Prospecton in Durban, this temporary apprenticeship is aimed at applicants with Grade 12, N3 or NCV qualifications linked to fitting and maintenance. Applications close on 26 May 2026. The…

AFGRI Equipment Apprenticeships 2026: 40 Technical Training Opportunities

Young South African apprentices training as tractor and earthmoving mechanics at AFGRI Equipment.

AFGRI Equipment is offering 40 apprenticeship opportunities for candidates who want to train as Tractor Mechanics or Earthmoving Mechanics. The programme runs for three years and gives selected applicants structured technical training, workplace exposure and a possible route into a recognised trade. The opportunity is listed under reference number AO-2345 and is open in South…

Premier Millwright Apprenticeship 2026: 3-Year Technical Training Opportunity

Young South African apprentices receiving millwright training at Premier in a manufacturing environment

A 3-year millwright apprenticeship can give technically minded applicants a structured path into artisan training. Premier is offering an Apprenticeship Millwright opportunity that combines accredited theoretical learning with practical workplace training under qualified artisan guidance. The opportunity is listed under Premier’s Technical Bakery department, with reference number PRE260518-3. Applications close on 29 May 2026. For…

Motus Daimler Trucks Apprentice Level Year 3 Opportunity Now Open

Young South African apprentice mechanic using diagnostic equipment on a commercial truck in a workshop.

Motus Daimler Trucks has opened an Apprentice Level Year 3 opportunity for candidates who want to grow in truck and bus repairs, diagnostics and service department work. This opportunity offers practical workshop exposure, technical training and hands-on experience with commercial vehicle fault-finding. For technically focused candidates, this could be a strong step into the commercial…

V&A Waterfront Mechanical Apprentice Contract Opportunity Now Open

Young mechanical apprentice inspecting HVAC and pump equipment in a commercial maintenance environment.

A hands-on Mechanical Apprentice opportunity is now open at V&A Waterfront for candidates who want practical exposure to maintenance, inspections, HVAC systems, pumps, lifts, escalators and building operations. The 6–9 month contract suits student or graduate-level applicants who can work safely, communicate well and learn in a busy technical environment. This opportunity gives early-career technical…