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Apprenticeship – Tongaat Refinery

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Tongaat Refinery

Durban

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Kwa Zulu Natal, ZA

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Apprenticeship – Tongaat Refinery

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Tongaat Refinery

Durban

I

Kwa Zulu Natal, ZA

Posted Date:

Closing Date:

Engineering

Apprenticeship

Entry Level

On-Site

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1

Position Overview

The Tongaat Refinery Apprenticeship Programme is recruiting apprentices within the Engineering and Technical Department based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This is an entry-level contract apprenticeship opportunity designed for unemployed South African youth interested in building careers within the engineering and refinery sector.


Available apprenticeship categories include:

  • 1x Fitter Apprentice

  • 1x Instrumentation Apprentice

  • 1x Millwright Apprentice


The programme offers practical workplace training, technical skills development, mentorship, and industry exposure, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking long-term careers in engineering and maintenance trades.

1

Position Overview

The Tongaat Refinery Apprenticeship Programme is recruiting apprentices within the Engineering and Technical Department based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This is an entry-level contract apprenticeship opportunity designed for unemployed South African youth interested in building careers within the engineering and refinery sector.


Available apprenticeship categories include:

  • 1x Fitter Apprentice

  • 1x Instrumentation Apprentice

  • 1x Millwright Apprentice


The programme offers practical workplace training, technical skills development, mentorship, and industry exposure, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking long-term careers in engineering and maintenance trades.

1

Position Overview

The Tongaat Refinery Apprenticeship Programme is recruiting apprentices within the Engineering and Technical Department based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This is an entry-level contract apprenticeship opportunity designed for unemployed South African youth interested in building careers within the engineering and refinery sector.


Available apprenticeship categories include:

  • 1x Fitter Apprentice

  • 1x Instrumentation Apprentice

  • 1x Millwright Apprentice


The programme offers practical workplace training, technical skills development, mentorship, and industry exposure, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking long-term careers in engineering and maintenance trades.

1

Position Overview

The Tongaat Refinery Apprenticeship Programme is recruiting apprentices within the Engineering and Technical Department based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This is an entry-level contract apprenticeship opportunity designed for unemployed South African youth interested in building careers within the engineering and refinery sector.


Available apprenticeship categories include:

  • 1x Fitter Apprentice

  • 1x Instrumentation Apprentice

  • 1x Millwright Apprentice


The programme offers practical workplace training, technical skills development, mentorship, and industry exposure, making it an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking long-term careers in engineering and maintenance trades.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science

  • N2 or N3 qualification with relevant Engineering Trade Theory subjects

  • Good communication skills

  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

  • Self-motivation and reliability

  • Ability to work within a technical refinery environment

  • Honest and hardworking personality


Advantageous:

  • Relevant technical or workshop exposure

  • Mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge

  • Passion for engineering and maintenance trades


NB: Only applicants with Mathematics and Science will be considered. Shortlisted candidates may undergo assessments and interviews. Late applications may not be considered

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science

  • N2 or N3 qualification with relevant Engineering Trade Theory subjects

  • Good communication skills

  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

  • Self-motivation and reliability

  • Ability to work within a technical refinery environment

  • Honest and hardworking personality


Advantageous:

  • Relevant technical or workshop exposure

  • Mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge

  • Passion for engineering and maintenance trades


NB: Only applicants with Mathematics and Science will be considered. Shortlisted candidates may undergo assessments and interviews. Late applications may not be considered

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science

  • N2 or N3 qualification with relevant Engineering Trade Theory subjects

  • Good communication skills

  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

  • Self-motivation and reliability

  • Ability to work within a technical refinery environment

  • Honest and hardworking personality


Advantageous:

  • Relevant technical or workshop exposure

  • Mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge

  • Passion for engineering and maintenance trades


NB: Only applicants with Mathematics and Science will be considered. Shortlisted candidates may undergo assessments and interviews. Late applications may not be considered

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science

  • N2 or N3 qualification with relevant Engineering Trade Theory subjects

  • Good communication skills

  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn

  • Self-motivation and reliability

  • Ability to work within a technical refinery environment

  • Honest and hardworking personality


Advantageous:

  • Relevant technical or workshop exposure

  • Mechanical or electrical engineering knowledge

  • Passion for engineering and maintenance trades


NB: Only applicants with Mathematics and Science will be considered. Shortlisted candidates may undergo assessments and interviews. Late applications may not be considered

3

Key Responsibilities

Applicants will be responsible for:

  • Participating in practical apprenticeship training programmes

  • Learning technical engineering and maintenance procedures

  • Assisting qualified artisans within the refinery environment

  • Completing apprenticeship modules and workplace assessments

  • Following safety and operational procedures

  • Developing trade-specific technical skills within the refinery sector


Tip: Candidates should prepare a professional CV highlighting engineering subjects, technical qualifications, and any workshop or practical experience.

3

Key Responsibilities

Applicants will be responsible for:

  • Participating in practical apprenticeship training programmes

  • Learning technical engineering and maintenance procedures

  • Assisting qualified artisans within the refinery environment

  • Completing apprenticeship modules and workplace assessments

  • Following safety and operational procedures

  • Developing trade-specific technical skills within the refinery sector


Tip: Candidates should prepare a professional CV highlighting engineering subjects, technical qualifications, and any workshop or practical experience.

3

Key Responsibilities

Applicants will be responsible for:

  • Participating in practical apprenticeship training programmes

  • Learning technical engineering and maintenance procedures

  • Assisting qualified artisans within the refinery environment

  • Completing apprenticeship modules and workplace assessments

  • Following safety and operational procedures

  • Developing trade-specific technical skills within the refinery sector


Tip: Candidates should prepare a professional CV highlighting engineering subjects, technical qualifications, and any workshop or practical experience.

3

Key Responsibilities

Applicants will be responsible for:

  • Participating in practical apprenticeship training programmes

  • Learning technical engineering and maintenance procedures

  • Assisting qualified artisans within the refinery environment

  • Completing apprenticeship modules and workplace assessments

  • Following safety and operational procedures

  • Developing trade-specific technical skills within the refinery sector


Tip: Candidates should prepare a professional CV highlighting engineering subjects, technical qualifications, and any workshop or practical experience.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Practical engineering and refinery industry training

  • Valuable trade and technical skills development

  • Workplace mentorship from experienced artisans

  • Career growth opportunities within engineering and manufacturing

  • Exposure to real refinery operations and maintenance environments


Tip: Candidates with strong Mathematics, Science, and technical trade theory results may improve their chances of being shortlisted.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Practical engineering and refinery industry training

  • Valuable trade and technical skills development

  • Workplace mentorship from experienced artisans

  • Career growth opportunities within engineering and manufacturing

  • Exposure to real refinery operations and maintenance environments


Tip: Candidates with strong Mathematics, Science, and technical trade theory results may improve their chances of being shortlisted.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Practical engineering and refinery industry training

  • Valuable trade and technical skills development

  • Workplace mentorship from experienced artisans

  • Career growth opportunities within engineering and manufacturing

  • Exposure to real refinery operations and maintenance environments


Tip: Candidates with strong Mathematics, Science, and technical trade theory results may improve their chances of being shortlisted.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Practical engineering and refinery industry training

  • Valuable trade and technical skills development

  • Workplace mentorship from experienced artisans

  • Career growth opportunities within engineering and manufacturing

  • Exposure to real refinery operations and maintenance environments


Tip: Candidates with strong Mathematics, Science, and technical trade theory results may improve their chances of being shortlisted.

5

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

  • Updated CV +

  • Certified qualifications +

  • Supporting documents


Ensure CV includes:

  • Educational history,

  • Engineering subjects,

  • And any practical training experience


  • Closing date: 26 June 2026 at 22:59

  • Apply early — late submissions will NOT be accepted

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page


Tip: Ensure your N2/N3 subjects and Matric Mathematics and Science results are clearly visible on your application documents.

5

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

  • Updated CV +

  • Certified qualifications +

  • Supporting documents


Ensure CV includes:

  • Educational history,

  • Engineering subjects,

  • And any practical training experience


  • Closing date: 26 June 2026 at 22:59

  • Apply early — late submissions will NOT be accepted

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page


Tip: Ensure your N2/N3 subjects and Matric Mathematics and Science results are clearly visible on your application documents.

5

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

  • Updated CV +

  • Certified qualifications +

  • Supporting documents


Ensure CV includes:

  • Educational history,

  • Engineering subjects,

  • And any practical training experience


  • Closing date: 26 June 2026 at 22:59

  • Apply early — late submissions will NOT be accepted

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page


Tip: Ensure your N2/N3 subjects and Matric Mathematics and Science results are clearly visible on your application documents.

5

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit:

  • Updated CV +

  • Certified qualifications +

  • Supporting documents


Ensure CV includes:

  • Educational history,

  • Engineering subjects,

  • And any practical training experience


  • Closing date: 26 June 2026 at 22:59

  • Apply early — late submissions will NOT be accepted

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page


Tip: Ensure your N2/N3 subjects and Matric Mathematics and Science results are clearly visible on your application documents.

6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science, plus an N2 or N3 qualification with relevant engineering trade subjects.

Who can apply?

South African candidates interested in engineering apprenticeships and refinery operations may apply.

Is experience required?

No formal work experience is required, but technical or workshop exposure will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page and upload all required supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Apprenticeships provide technical trade development and can lead to future artisan and engineering career opportunities.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science, plus an N2 or N3 qualification with relevant engineering trade subjects.

Who can apply?

South African candidates interested in engineering apprenticeships and refinery operations may apply.

Is experience required?

No formal work experience is required, but technical or workshop exposure will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page and upload all required supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Apprenticeships provide technical trade development and can lead to future artisan and engineering career opportunities.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science, plus an N2 or N3 qualification with relevant engineering trade subjects.

Who can apply?

South African candidates interested in engineering apprenticeships and refinery operations may apply.

Is experience required?

No formal work experience is required, but technical or workshop exposure will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page and upload all required supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Apprenticeships provide technical trade development and can lead to future artisan and engineering career opportunities.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science, plus an N2 or N3 qualification with relevant engineering trade subjects.

Who can apply?

South African candidates interested in engineering apprenticeships and refinery operations may apply.

Is experience required?

No formal work experience is required, but technical or workshop exposure will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official apprenticeship application page and upload all required supporting documents.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Apprenticeships provide technical trade development and can lead to future artisan and engineering career opportunities.


7

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