LH Marthinusen, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd, invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the 4-Year Apprenticeship Programme 2027 Intake.
Apprenticeship Application Closing Date: 15 November 2026
Apprenticeship Locations: Johannesburg factory workshop and relevant Eskom Power Stations, South Africa
Programme Duration: 4 years
Contract Type: Limited-duration contract, with the possibility of permanent employment
About the LH Marthinusen Apprenticeship Programme
The LH Marthinusen Apprenticeship Programme provides structured technical training in selected artisan trades.
Successful candidates will receive practical workplace training aligned with merSETA requirements and will work towards qualifying through the relevant trade test.
The programme combines classroom-style learning, practical workshop exposure and departmental rotation.
Available Apprenticeship Trades
The following apprenticeship opportunities are available:
- Armature Winder
- Electrician
- Welder
- Fitter and Turner
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have either:
- N2 qualification; or
- NCV Level 4 qualification.
Applicants must also have:
- Four complete subjects relevant to the selected trade.
Personal Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Willingness to learn.
- Commitment to continuous learning.
- Commitment to professional development.
- Ability to follow technical instructions.
- Positive attitude towards practical training.
Training Areas
Successful apprentices will receive training in areas including:
- Use of basic hand tools.
- First aid.
- Working accurately according to job specifications.
- Use of personal protective equipment.
- SHEQ management requirements.
- Quality management systems.
- Effective communication.
- Time management.
- Completing apprenticeship logbooks.
- Departmental rotation.
- Production-related functions.
Quality and Safety Standards
Training will expose apprentices to important quality and occupational safety systems, including:
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
Apprenticeship Locations
The apprenticeship training will mainly take place at:
- LH Marthinusen Johannesburg factory workshop.
- Relevant Eskom Power Stations.
Preference will be given to applicants originating from:
- Volksrust
- Amersfoort
- Witbank
- Middelburg
- Delmas
- Lephalale
Mechanical apprenticeship positions are mainly linked to four-year Eskom contracts in Mpumalanga and the Volksrust area.
Programme Benefits
Successful apprentices will benefit from:
- Four years of structured technical training.
- Practical workplace experience.
- merSETA-aligned training.
- Trade test preparation.
- Exposure to industrial and power station environments.
- Possibility of permanent employment after completion of the contract.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official LH Marthinusen apprenticeship application page.
Click here to apply for the LH Marthinusen Apprenticeship Programme 2027 Intake
Applicants should complete the online application and ensure that all requested information and supporting documents are provided.
Important Application Information
Applicants should note that:
- The apprenticeship programme runs for four years.
- Applicants must meet the N2 or NCV Level 4 requirements.
- Four complete subjects relevant to the chosen trade are required.
- Training may take place at the Johannesburg factory workshop or relevant Eskom Power Stations.
- Permanent employment after the apprenticeship is possible but not guaranteed.
Applicants who do not receive feedback within six weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Closing Date
15 November 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.