Trainee Assembly Operator

HENSOLDT SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD

Irene, Gauteng

Full-time

Closing Date: 08 September 2026.

Full job description

Job Requisition ID: 6371

Location:
Irene, ZA

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Company: HENSOLDT SOUTH AFRICA (PTY) LTD

Purpose the Role

To integrate opto-mechanical and electro-mechanical sub-systems and non-specialised final systems, as well as alignment and basic functional tests of these systems.

Qualification:
Matric. Informal training (Technical High School).

Key responsibilities:
Staff must have a natural aptitude to work with their hands.
Excellent hand eye co-ordination.
Some optical theory knowledge preferred.
Technical Drawing/ ability to read manufacturing drawings
Basic Computer Literacy.
Trained in Product Assembly or have the ability to be trained in this aspect.
Trained in ESD trained or have the ability to be trained in this aspect.
Trained in Optics Handling trained or have the ability to be trained in this aspect.
Cross training in different products to be done or have been done.

Key performance areas:
Preparation of kits

Receive and inspect kits for completeness
Take action on any deviation
Clean and prepare parts for assembly

Assembly and integration

Ensure the correct level of quality of workmanship.
Building of subassemblies and assemblies according to work order and assembly documentation.
Follow processes of Burn-in, vacuum baking, leak test, purging … as prescribed.
Complete BHD as required.

Inspection, alignment and testing

First level alignment of subassembly.
Elementary functional test of assemblies according to requirements documentation.
Presentation to Quality Control for acceptance.
Packing of subassemblies.
Signing off WO’s and BHD’s, hand in for processing.

General

Adhere to company policies and disciplinary code
Execute any reasonable task given by his/her direct

Our recruitment values:
HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organizational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT’s commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.

Application Deadline: 08 September 2026.

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers page.

If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application

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