1. Available trades
| Trade | What you will learn/do |
|---|---|
| Millwright | Combines electrical and mechanical skills. You can learn installation, maintenance, fault-finding, machinery repairs, motors, pumps, conveyors and industrial equipment. |
| Fitting | Focuses mainly on mechanical maintenance and machinery. Training can include assembling/disassembling equipment, fitting components, alignment, bearings, shafts, pumps and general maintenance. |
2. Important requirements
- NCV Level 4–7 qualification/subjects as specified by the advert.
- SOR is not accepted.
- The opportunity is Polokwane-based.
- You should submit your CV and certificates.
- Make sure your certificates clearly show the subjects/qualification you completed.
Important: The advert wording you pasted says “NCV Level 4–7 Subjects,” but it doesn’t specify which NCV subjects are required for each trade. If you have an NCV qualification, check that your subjects are relevant to Millwright or Fitting.
3. Why applying is important
An apprenticeship is valuable because it combines workplace experience with formal trade training. For someone aiming to become an artisan, this can help you:
- Gain practical workshop experience.
- Develop real maintenance and repair skills.
- Work under experienced artisans.
- Build experience required for progressing toward trade-test readiness.
- Strengthen your CV for future artisan and maintenance positions.
- Develop skills that can be used in manufacturing, mining, engineering and industrial maintenance.
4. Why the two trades matter
Millwright: A particularly broad trade because it covers both mechanical and electrical aspects of industrial equipment. Millwrights can work on machinery, production plants, motors, control systems and maintenance.
Fitting: Builds strong mechanical skills needed to install, maintain, repair and align industrial machinery. It is useful for careers in mechanical maintenance, manufacturing, mining and engineering environments.
5. How to apply
Send an email to:
Attach:
- Updated CV
- Relevant certificates
Use the correct subject line:
- Millwright — if applying for Millwright
- Fitting — if applying for Fitting
Closing date
Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Because this is a Polokwane-based opportunity, make sure your application clearly shows your relevant NCV qualification, subjects and certificates.