John Thompson, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd and South Africa’s largest manufacturer of industrial and utility boilers, is offering an exciting opportunity for up to 20 apprenticeships in Boilermaking and Welding. These positions are aimed at youth with an engineering interest who reside in the Western Cape and meet the minimum academic and physical requirements.
Invitation from John Thompson for Applications from unemployed South African for Boilermaking & Welding Apprenticeships 2025.
Due Date: Friday, 23 May 2025
Placement: Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa
Available Apprenticeships:
- Trade: Boilermaking & Welding
No prior experience required – training will be provided
Minimum Requirements:
Applicants must meet one of the following academic qualifications:
Grade 12 (Technical) with:
- Metal Work, Welders Theory, Technical Maths (not Maths Literacy), and Technical Science
Grade 12 (Academic) with:
- Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) and Physical Science
N2 Certificate with:
- Platers Theory or Welders Theory, Maths, Engineering Science, and Platers Drawings
NCV Level 4:
- Fabrication (no Maths Literacy)
Additional Requirements:
- Must be medically fit
- Must show interest in engineering
- Age: 18 – 35 years
- Reside in the Western Cape
- Must undergo and pass a Psychometric Test
- Successful candidates will first complete a 3-month evaluation as unskilled workers before being offered full apprenticeships
Important Notes:
- No applications will be considered for other trades like Electrical, Diesel, Fitting & Turning, Motor, ND qualifications, or already qualified artisans
- CVs without academic certificates will be disqualified
- Interviews will be held at John Thompson’s Bellville Office
How to Apply:
Submit the following documents:
Cover letter indicating the position applied for
- Detailed CV (maximum 4 pages)
- Certified copies of academic results and certificates
Send your application to:
Postal:
Senior HR Officer
PO Box 129
Bellville
7535
Email: HumanResource@johnthompson.co.za
Take this opportunity to kick-start your career in engineering with hands-on experience and formal training from an industry leader.
