Feltex invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Apprentice Millwright Programme 2026.
Apprenticeship Application Closing Date: 14 May 2026
Apprenticeship Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
About the Feltex Millwright Apprenticeship
Feltex is offering a 4-year Millwright Apprenticeship Programme aimed at developing skilled artisans within the automotive manufacturing industry.
This programme combines technical training, workplace experience, and MERSETA-accredited development to prepare apprentices for successful careers in industrial maintenance and manufacturing.
Apprentices will receive practical exposure to high-volume production lines and advanced industrial equipment.
Apprenticeship Details
- Position: Apprentice Millwright
- Division: Feltex
- Department: Maintenance
- Programme Type: Apprenticeship
- Duration: 4 Years
- Training Authority: MERSETA
- Location: Fehrer Gqeberha
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science
OR
- N3 qualification with:
- Electrical/Fitter Trade Theory
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
Training and Development
The apprenticeship programme includes:
- MERSETA apprenticeship contract
- Electrical and Fitter training at an accredited training centre
- On-the-job plant experience
- Further Education and Training opportunities
- Technical college training
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong learning orientation
- Problem-solving ability
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Good communication and decision-making skills
- Physical fitness and hand-eye coordination
- Willingness to work in a heavy industrial environment
- Ability to work at heights
- Willingness to travel and train away from home
Key Responsibilities
Apprentices will:
- Learn practical maintenance skills in a manufacturing environment
- Operate and maintain industrial equipment
- Participate in technical training programmes
- Gain exposure to electrical and fitter disciplines
- Support production line maintenance activities
- Develop customer service, teamwork, and quality compliance skills
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Feltex Apprentice Millwright Programme 2026:
This apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for technically minded individuals who want to build a career in the automotive and manufacturing industry while gaining nationally recognised artisan training.