- Company
- Transnet
- Location
- Durban, Multiple
- Job type
- Apprenticeship
- Minimum qualification
- Technical Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science and relevant trade theory, or N2–N6 Certificate, or NCV Level 4 (Mathematics passed with 50% or more)
- Reference
- req6050
- Closing date
- 27 October 2026 (4 days left)
About this role
Transnet is recruiting an apprentice boilermaker through its Corporate Centre learning and performance team. The role is based in Durban and is part of a structured apprenticeship. The aim is to prepare you to work on your own and become a competent qualified artisan.
What you’ll do
- Learn to plan and prepare a work site, including equipment, tools, consumables and materials.
- Use hand tools, power tools and measuring tools safely and correctly.
- Manufacture, assemble and fit components and assemblies.
- Install and connect electrical equipment and control systems.
- Test, inspect and commission installations and assemblies.
- Maintain and repair components, equipment and control systems.
- Apply your trade knowledge in a range of workplace situations.
What you need
- One of the following qualifications:
- Technical Grade 12, with Mathematics, Physical Science and relevant trade theory; or
- An N2 to N6 certificate, with relevant trade theory, Engineering Science, Mathematics and other relevant subjects; or
- An NCV Level 4 certificate, with relevant trade theory, Mathematics and vocational subjects.
- A pass in Mathematics with 50% or more.
- You must not already hold a trade certificate (Red Seal).
- Your academic record and all relevant qualifications, which you must attach to your application.
- You must be between 18 and 30 years old.
- South African citizenship is required.
- Useful skills: problem solving, communication, analytical thinking and teamwork.
Is this job for you?
This apprenticeship suits someone who has finished school or college with maths and technical subjects. You should enjoy hands-on work and be ready to learn a trade from the ground up. You should also be comfortable working as part of a team.
Tips before you apply
- Have certified copies of your matric or Grade 12 results, college results and any N or NCV certificates ready to attach.
- Show your Mathematics mark clearly on your CV and in your academic record.
- Use your CV to point to any practical workshop, welding or technical projects you have done, even if they were unpaid or school-based.
Before you apply
- Tailor your CV for this Apprentice Boilermaker role with our free AI CV builder.
- Write a matching cover letter in two minutes.
- Practise common interview questions so you're ready if they call.
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