Location: Wadeville, Germiston, Gauteng
Company: Komatsu Mining Corporation
Opportunity Type: Apprenticeship
Posting Date: 11 June 2026

Komatsu Mining Corporation is one of the world’s most recognised names in mining, construction, forestry, and industrial machinery. With cutting-edge IoT technologies, a global service network, and a commitment to innovation, Komatsu continues to shape the future of heavy industry across the globe — and now they are looking for the next generation of skilled artisans to join their ranks right here in South Africa.

If you are energised, self-motivated, and ready to build a meaningful technical career from the ground up, this apprenticeship could be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

What Is the Apprenticeship Programme?

The Komatsu Apprenticeship Programme is a structured technical training system combining both practical and theoretical components within a designated trade. Upon successful completion, candidates achieve full artisan status — a recognised, portable, and highly valued qualification in South Africa’s mining and engineering sectors.

This is not simply a short course or a shadow programme. It is a comprehensive career-launching pathway designed to equip you with the technical competence, safety awareness, and professional discipline needed to thrive in a world-class industrial environment.

What You Will Be Doing

As an apprentice, you will be integrated into Komatsu’s technical operations while completing your training modules. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Familiarising yourself with the training programme and understanding all expectations from the outset
• Working safely at all times, without exception — safety is non-negotiable at Komatsu
• Achieving competence across all required training modules within your designated trade

Who Should Apply?

Komatsu is looking for candidates who are:

• Energised and eager to learn
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Good communicators who work well in a team
• Committed to completing their full apprenticeship journey

Minimum Qualifications

You must meet one of the following academic requirements:

• N3 with 4 subjects, including the relevant trade theory, with a minimum D/L4 symbol in both Mathematics and Physical Science
• NC(V) Level 4 with a minimum D/L4 symbol in Mathematics and one additional subject in Engineering and Related Design or Electrical Infrastructure Construction
• S1 (Mathematics and Physical Science at D/L4 symbol or higher)

Why Komatsu?

Komatsu operates across some of the most demanding and technically advanced environments on the planet. Their product range spans mining machinery, construction equipment, forklift solutions, and industrial systems — supported by brands including Joy, P&H, Montabert, and Modular Mining Systems. As an apprentice, you step into an organisation that invests in its people and takes skills development seriously.

Komatsu is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or background.

How to Apply

Do not delay — positions like this are limited and highly competitive.

👉 CLICK HERE TO APPLY — KOMATSU APPRENTICE PROGRAMME

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