The Transnet Welcomes the youth to Apply for the New Announced Boilermaker Apprenticeships Programme for the Academic year 2025.
About Transnet Boilermaker Apprenticeships Programme 2025
Apprenticeship programmes are open to the youth under the age of 35 years. The programmes span a period of 18-36 months divided into 3 phases. These programmes are open to successful Grade 12 learners and individuals with N3. On completion of the respective trade curricula, the students are offered the opportunity to undergo a trade test assessment. Placement is vacancy driven.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and prepare work sites, equipment, tools, and materials for trade-related operations.
- Use hand, power, and measuring tools to complete assigned tasks accurately.
- Install, assemble, fit, and inspect mechanical and metal structures and components.
- Test, commission, maintain, and repair mechanical assemblies and systems.
- Apply problem-solving and safety principles during all work activities.
Who Can Apply Transnet Boilermaker Apprenticeships 2025
Applicants must meet one of the following qualification pathways:
Option 1: N2 Certificate (with the following subjects)
- Mathematics (Pure)
- Engineering Science
- Plating & Structural Drawing
- Engineering Drawing (Draughting)
- Metal Worker’s Theory
- Plater’s Theory
Option 2: N3–N6 Certificate
- Mathematics (Pure)
- Engineering Science
- Plating & Structural Drawing
- Engineering Drawing (Draughting)
- Mechanotechnology
Option 3: NCV Level 4 (Vocational)
- Fundamentals (including English and Life Orientation)
- Mathematics (Pure)
- Vocational Subjects:
- Engineering Process
- Professional Engineering Practice
- Applied Engineering Technology
- Welding
Option 4: Technical Grade 12
- Mechanical Technology (Welding and Metal Work)
- Mathematics
- Physical Science
- Engineering and Graphic Design
- Home Language and First Additional Language
- Life Orientation
Additional Requirements
- Age: 18 to 35 years
- Must be a South African citizen
- Strong communication, analytical, and teamwork skills
- Ability to solve problems effectively
More Opportunities
Bursaries and Scholarships For South African Students
Competencies
Successful candidates must demonstrate the following:
- Problem-solving and technical reasoning ability
- Effective communication (verbal and written)
- Analytical thinking
- Teamwork and adaptability
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and organisational targets.
Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Reference Number: req3627
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
All applications must be submitted before 18 November 2025. Ensure that your application reaches the HR Department before the closing date.
Start your journey toward a skilled career with Transnet — apply today for the Boilermaker Apprenticeship 2025 at Koedoespoort and build a future in one of South Africa’s most essential industries.
Applications must be submitted online through the official Transnet Careers Portal:
👉 Click here to apply for the Apprentice Boilermaker (Koedoespoort) – req3627
Note: It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date (18 November 2025).
