Sparrow FET College invites applications for 100 apprenticeship opportunities, comprising 50 Electrician and 50 Automotive Motor Mechanic placements. The apprenticeships run for 36 months and provide a monthly stipend.
Unemployed South African citizens interested in developing practical skills in artisan trades must be aged 18–35 and committed to completing the full programme. The advertised location is Sophiatown, Johannesburg, Gauteng. Applications close on 30 October 2026.
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| Institution | Sparrow FET College |
| Opportunity Type | Apprenticeships |
| Trades | Electrician and Automotive Motor Mechanic |
| Total Opportunities | 100 |
| Electrician Positions | 50 |
| Automotive Motor Mechanic Positions | 50 |
| Duration | 36 months |
| Stipend | Monthly stipend provided; amount not specified |
| Age Requirement | 18–35 years |
| Citizenship | South African citizens |
| Employment Status | Unemployed |
| Advertised Location | Corner Gerty and Hermans Street, Sophiatown, Johannesburg, Gauteng |
| Closing Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Application Method | Online |
Who Should Apply?
These opportunities are suitable for unemployed applicants who meet the educational requirements for their chosen trade and can commit to the full 36-month apprenticeship.
Applicants should select either the Electrician or Automotive Motor Mechanic stream according to their qualifications. The educational requirements differ between the two trades.
Salary / Stipend
Monthly stipend will be provided.
About the Opportunity
Sparrow FET College is inviting applications for apprenticeship opportunities aimed at developing skills in electrical and automotive motor mechanic trades.
The programme offers 50 places in each trade. Applicants must remain available and committed to completing the full apprenticeship period.
Minimum Requirements
All applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be aged 18–35 years.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Be committed to completing the full 36-month apprenticeship.
- Meet the educational requirements for their selected trade.
Electrician Apprenticeship: 50 Learners
The advert lists the following requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science.
- NATED Electrical qualification, N4–N6.
Automotive Motor Mechanic Apprenticeship: 50 Learners
Applicants must meet at least one of the following:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics.
- Grade 10 with an NQF Level 2 Automotive qualification.
- Grade 10 with Technical Automotive and Mathematics.
- NATED Automotive qualification, N2–N6.
Programme Duration and Commitment
Both apprenticeship streams run for 36 months.
Applicants must be willing and available to complete the full programme. Before accepting a place, successful candidates should confirm the attendance requirements, training arrangements and terms of participation with Sparrow FET College.
Training and Responsibilities
Applicants should obtain information from the college about:
- The training structure for their selected trade.
- Practical workplace arrangements.
- Attendance and assessment requirements.
- Any tools or equipment participants must provide.
These details should be confirmed before enrolment rather than assumed from the trade title.
Location
The address is:
Sparrow FET College
Corner Gerty and Hermans Street
Sophiatown
Johannesburg
Gauteng
The supplied advert does not identify separate workplace placement locations.
Required Documents
Applicants must follow the instructions on the college’s application form and submit the documents requested there.
Sparrow FET College reserves the right to verify all submitted documents and qualifications. Ensure that all information provided is accurate and supported by the relevant records.
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How to Apply
Submit your application through the Sparrow FET College application page:
Apply for Sparrow FET College Apprenticeships
To apply:
- Open the application page.
- Follow the instructions for the apprenticeship opportunity.
- Complete the required information accurately.
- Select the appropriate trade where requested.
- Submit the supporting documents requested by the form.
- Review and submit your application before the closing date.
The advert directs applications to the online application page. The contact email below is provided for enquiries.
Enquiries
Contact person: Boitumelo Mavuso
Email: boitumelo.mavuso@sparrowportal.co.za
Applicants seeking clarification on the Electrician qualification requirements should contact the college before submitting.
Closing Date
30 October 2026
Sources and References
- Source: Sparrow FET College Electrician and Automotive Motor Mechanic apprenticeship advert supplied for this article.
- Sparrow FET College Application Page
Disclaimer
Career27 is an independent career information platform and does not recruit or select applicants for Sparrow FET College. Applications and programme enquiries must be directed to the college through the channels provided.
