Zurel Bros SA invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for Millwright and Fitting Apprenticeship opportunities for 2026 in Polokwane.
Apprenticeship Application Closing Date: 13 October 2026
Apprenticeship Location: Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa
About the Zurel Bros SA Apprenticeships
Zurel Bros SA is offering apprenticeship opportunities for candidates who want to build practical artisan skills in Millwright and Fitting.
The programme provides an opportunity to gain workplace experience, practical maintenance exposure and formal trade-related training.
Available Apprenticeship Trades
Millwright Apprenticeship
Millwright training combines both electrical and mechanical skills.
Successful candidates may gain exposure to:
- Installation of machinery and equipment
- Mechanical maintenance
- Electrical maintenance
- Fault finding
- Machinery repairs
- Motors
- Pumps
- Conveyors
- Industrial equipment
This trade is particularly suitable for applicants interested in both mechanical and electrical maintenance environments.
Fitting Apprenticeship
The Fitting trade focuses mainly on mechanical maintenance and industrial machinery.
Training may include:
- Assembly and disassembly of machinery
- Fitting mechanical components
- Equipment alignment
- Bearings
- Shafts
- Pumps
- General mechanical maintenance
- Industrial equipment repairs
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Have an NCV Level 4–7 qualification or relevant subjects as stated in the advert.
- Submit the relevant certificates.
- Ensure that certificates clearly show the completed subjects or qualification.
- Be willing to undertake the apprenticeship in Polokwane.
Applicants should note that SOR is not accepted.
The advert refers to “NCV Level 4–7 Subjects”, but does not specify the exact subjects required for each trade. Applicants should therefore ensure that their NCV subjects are relevant to either Millwright or Fitting.
Documents Required
Applicants should submit:
- Updated CV.
- Relevant certificates.
Candidates should make sure that all certificates clearly indicate the qualification and subjects completed.
Why Consider the Apprenticeship?
The apprenticeship can help candidates:
- Gain practical workshop experience.
- Develop maintenance and repair skills.
- Learn from experienced artisans.
- Gain workplace exposure relevant to artisan development.
- Build experience towards future trade-test readiness.
- Strengthen their CV for future technical roles.
- Develop skills useful in manufacturing, mining, engineering and industrial maintenance.
Career Opportunities
A Millwright apprenticeship may lead to future opportunities in:
- Industrial maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Mining
- Electrical-mechanical maintenance
- Plant maintenance
- Machinery installation and repairs
A Fitting apprenticeship may support careers in:
- Mechanical maintenance
- Engineering
- Mining
- Manufacturing
- Plant and equipment maintenance
- Industrial machinery repair
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications by email.
Email: applications@zurel.co.za
Applicants must attach:
- Updated CV
- Relevant certificates
Use the correct email subject line depending on the apprenticeship you are applying for:
- Millwright
- Fitting
Applicants should ensure that their application clearly shows their relevant NCV qualification, subjects and supporting certificates.
Closing Date: 13 October 2026