Are you a young, technically minded individual looking to build a skilled trade career in one of South Africa’s most respected engineering environments? Steinmuller Africa is offering Apprenticeships for 2026 in Boilermaking and Welding, based in Bethal, Mpumalanga. This is a structured, merit-based programme designed to take you from entry level to qualified artisan status — a career foundation that will serve you for life.

About Steinmuller Africa

Steinmuller Africa is a leading engineering and manufacturing company with a long-standing reputation for technical excellence in the power generation and industrial sectors. The company is committed to developing South Africa’s next generation of skilled artisans through accredited, world-class training programmes.

About the Apprenticeship Programme

The Steinmuller Africa Apprenticeship is a nationally recognised technical training system combining both practical workplace experience and formal theoretical instruction. The programme is aligned with merSETA standards and is designed to produce fully qualified artisans capable of meeting the demands of the engineering and manufacturing industries.

The apprenticeship runs over a minimum period of 36 months, during which candidates will complete all prescribed merSETA modules — both theoretical and practical — while gaining hands-on job experience in a real production environment. Candidates are required to pass a formal trade test before the conclusion of the programme. Upon successful completion, graduates will hold a qualification equivalent to NQF Level 4 as a Qualified Artisan in either Boilermaking or Welding.

Throughout the programme, apprentices will complete tasks and assignments allocated by a dedicated Mentor or Training Officer and will provide practical support to production and site operations as required.

Trades on Offer

• Boilermaking
• Welding

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 with Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) and Physical Science, or an N2 qualification
• N2 with subjects relevant to the applicable trade — including Mathematics, Engineering Science, Platers Theory and Platers Drawings — will be advantageous
• Physically and medically fit
• Clear criminal record
• 35 years of age or younger
• Proof of residence (municipal account)
• Must reside within a 50 km radius of Kriel Power Station in Mpumalanga

Please note that no accommodation or transport will be provided. Candidates who do not already reside locally must be willing to relocate to Bethal or the surrounding areas at their own arrangement.

Why Apply?

This apprenticeship offers more than just a job — it is an investment in your future. You will graduate with a formal NQF Level 4 artisan qualification, practical merSETA-certified experience, and the skills to build a sustainable career in engineering and manufacturing. Steinmuller Africa provides a structured, supportive learning environment with experienced mentors guiding you every step of the way.

Opportunities like this are rare. If you meet the requirements and are serious about a technical career, do not miss this chance to earn while you learn with one of South Africa’s premier engineering employers.

Apply Now for the Steinmuller Africa Apprenticeship 2026

The closing date for applications is 22 May 2026. Apply as early as possible to avoid missing out.