Transnet invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Apprenticeship Training Programme 2025/2026.
Closing Date: 01 October 2025
Location: Various locations across South Africa
Employee Group: Trainee
About the Programme
The apprenticeship programme equips learners with technical knowledge and hands-on training to prepare them as Qualified Artisans.
Expected Outcomes
Learners will be able to:
- Plan and prepare work sites, equipment, tools, consumables, and materials.
- Use hand, power, and measuring tools.
- Install, assemble, fit, and connect electrical equipment and control systems.
- Test, inspect, commission, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, control systems, and installations.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must meet one of the following qualification pathways:
🔹 N2 Subjects
- Electrical Trade Theory
- Industrial Electronics
- Engineering Science
- Mathematics (Pure)
- Plating & Structural Drawing/Engineering Drawing (draughting)
- Metal Worker’s Theory/Plater’s Theory
- Diesel Trade Theory
- Fitting & Machining
N3 – N6 Subjects
- Industrial Electronics
- Mathematics (Pure)
- Engineering Science
- Electrotechnology / Industrial Technology
- Plating & Structural Drawing / Engineering Drawing (draughting)
- Mechano-technology / Mechano-technics
- Electro-technology / Electrotechnics
- Fitting & Machining
NCV Level 4
- English (First Additional Language)
- Mathematics (Pure)
- Life Orientation
- Vocational subjects such as:
- Electrical Principles & Practice
- Workshop Practice
- Electronic Control & Digital Electronics
- Electrical Systems & Construction
- Renewable Energy Technologies
- Engineering Process
- Welding
- Automotive Repairs & Maintenance
- Fitting & Turning
Technical Grade 12
- Life Orientation
- Mathematics (Pure)
- Electrical Technology
- Physical Science
- Engineering and Graphic Design
- Mechanical Technology (Welding/Metal Work/Automotive)
- Fitting & Machining
Age Requirement: 18 – 35 years
Core Competencies
- Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Teamwork
How to Apply
Apply online for the relevant apprenticeship opportunity below:
- Apply for Transnet Apprentice: Electrician 2025
- Apply for Transnet Apprentice: Welder 2025
- Apply for Transnet Apprentice: Diesel Mechanic 2025
- Apply for Transnet Apprentice: Mechanical Fitter 2025
- Apply for Transnet Apprentice: Millwright 2025
Ensure that all required supporting documents (CV, certified copies of ID and qualifications) are uploaded.