Nampak invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026 at its Metals Vanderbijlpark operation.
Apprenticeship Application Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Apprenticeship Location: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa
Nampak Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026
Nampak has announced six apprenticeship opportunities within the Engineering Department at Metals Vanderbijlpark.
The programme will provide successful candidates with theoretical and practical workplace training while they work towards developing the skills required in their respective engineering trades.
Apprenticeship Programme Overview
Organisation: Nampak
Programme: Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026
Business Unit: Metals Vanderbijlpark
Department: Engineering
Number of Opportunities: 6
Location: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Application Method: Email
Available Apprenticeship Opportunities
| Trade | Number of Opportunities |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Fitter | 2 |
| Electrical | 2 |
| Fitter & Turner | 2 |
A total of six apprentices will be recruited.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Matric.
- Mathematics in Matric.
- Physical Science in Matric.
- English as a second language.
- A minimum 50% pass mark in the required Matric subjects.
- NTC3 or higher.
- Relevant trade theory as a subject at NTC3 level.
- Certificate and transcript showing NTC3 results.
- Basic engineering understanding.
- Basic computer literacy.
Matric Requirements
Candidates must provide a Matric certificate that clearly shows their:
- Subjects.
- Marks.
The advertised academic requirement includes:
- Mathematics.
- Physical Science.
- English as a second language.
- Minimum 50% pass mark.
NTC3 Requirement
Applicants must have at least:
NTC3 Engineering
with the relevant trade theory subject.
Candidates must submit both:
- NTC3 certificate.
- NTC3 transcript or results.
Higher NTC qualifications may also be submitted where applicable.
Key Responsibilities
Successful apprentices will be expected to:
- Complete all theoretical modules required for their trade.
- Participate in intensive on-the-job training.
- Attend other relevant training.
- Support production processes.
- Develop maintenance and installation skills.
- Acquire troubleshooting skills.
- Develop practical problem-solving abilities.
- Follow plant rules and regulations.
- Comply with safety requirements.
- Work effectively within a team environment.
Practical Training
The apprenticeship includes hands-on workplace training aimed at developing the ability to:
- Conduct maintenance activities.
- Perform installations.
- Diagnose engineering problems.
- Troubleshoot equipment and systems.
- Support plant reliability and availability.
Skills and Competencies
Nampak is looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Basic engineering understanding.
- Teamwork.
- Good organisation.
- Systematic working methods.
- Basic computer literacy.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Positive attitude.
- Ability to use initiative.
- Willingness to learn.
Working Hours
Applicants must be willing to:
- Work overtime when required.
- Work shifts when required.
Candidates should therefore be prepared for working arrangements associated with a manufacturing and engineering environment.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A CV limited to a maximum of two pages.
- Matric certificate clearly showing subjects and marks.
- NTC3 certificate.
- NTC3 transcript clearly showing subjects and marks.
Nampak states that applications without the required information will not be considered.
How to Apply for Nampak Engineering Apprenticeships 2026
Applications must be submitted by email to:
Applicants must use the following email subject:
Application Apprentice Intake 2026
Attach all compulsory documents before sending the application.
Apprenticeship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
28 August 2026
Applicants should submit complete applications before the deadline.
Employment Equity
Nampak Products Limited is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups where appointments will contribute towards the organisation’s Employment Equity objectives and workforce diversity.
Application Outcome
Applicants who do not receive feedback within:
Six weeks after the closing date
should regard their applications as unsuccessful.
Important Application Notes
Applicants should note that:
- Six apprenticeship opportunities are available.
- The trades are Mechanical Fitter, Electrical and Fitter & Turner.
- The opportunities are based in Vanderbijlpark.
- Matric with Mathematics, Physical Science and English is required.
- A minimum 50% pass mark is required as stated in the advert.
- At least NTC3 Engineering with relevant trade theory is required.
- A CV may not exceed two pages.
- Matric and NTC3 documents must clearly show subjects and marks.
- Applications must be submitted by email.
- The email subject must be Application Apprentice Intake 2026.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Applications close on 28 August 2026.