Job Description

Job Summary
Artisan Apprentice
(Electrical, Mechanical or Millwright)
(Three-year program)
Manufacturing
Overview
The Artisan Apprentice program is designed to develop skilled tradespeople through the structured apprenticeship program aligned with South African artisan qualification standards. Provide hands-on training and theoretical knowledge to enable the apprentice to qualify as a certified artisan in mechanical, electrical, or millwright trades.
As an Artisan Apprentice, you will undergo a comprehensive 3-year apprenticeship program combining workplace practical experience, institutional training and simulated trade-specific tasks. The focus will be on one of the following trades: mechanical (e.g., fitting, turning, welding) and electrical (e.g., wiring, installation, maintenance). Under the guidance of qualified mentors, you will progress through phases of foundational, intermediate, and advanced training, culminating in a trade test to achieve artisan status.
Participate in the formal apprenticeship training program with an emphasizes technical proficiency, safety and professional growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Key Accountabilities and Outputs
Practical Training and Skill Development:

• Participate in on-the-job training under guidance of qualified artisans or technicians to perform tasks such as assembling components, troubleshooting systems, or maintaining equipment

• Installation: Install, dismantle, and move machinery, often involving precise alignment of components

• Maintenance and repair: Perform routine maintenance, diagnose problems, and repair or replace defective parts on a variety of machinery

• Troubleshooting: Use technical skills to find and fix faults in equipment.

Output: Demonstrate progressive mastery of trade-specific skills, documented through training records (logbooks) and competency assessments.
Theoretical Learning:

• Undertake and attend all training or assessment related to the training plan

• Attend formal training sessions at an accredited institution, covering subjects like engineering science, trade theory, and safety regulations.

• Receive and apply instruction in both classroom and on-the-job settings to learn the trade.

Output: Achieve passing grades in modular assessments and contribute to a portfolio of evidence for QCTO submission.
Workplace Projects and Tasks:

• Assist in real-world projects, such as repairing machinery, installing electrical systems, or aligning millwright equipment, while adhering to occupational health and safety standards

• Maintains expected performance standards

Output: Complete assigned tasks efficiently, with minimal rework, and produce reports on project outcomes.
Trade Test Preparation:

• Engage in simulated trade tests and mentorship sessions to prepare for the final artisan qualification exam.

Output: Successfully pass the integrated summative assessment and trade test, earning the artisan certificate.
Compliance and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of training hours, adhere to apprenticeship contract terms, and report progress to supervisors and SETA representatives.

Output: Timely submission of progress reports and achievement of milestones as per the apprenticeship agreement.
Adherence to the Quality, Food Safety, Health, Safety and Environmental Standards

• Follow safety protocol. Adherence to Standards: Ensure strict adherence to Quality, Food, Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.

• Personal Hygiene: Maintain exceptional personal hygiene as per the organization's code of conduct.

• Knowledge and Compliance: Stay updated with relevant business information, policies, processes, and procedures. Enforce compliance with legislative and statutory requirements, as well as GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices).

• Housekeeping: Maintain high levels of cleanliness and orderliness within the work environment

Qualification and Experience
The successful candidate will be required to enter a formal learnership agreement with the company and the Food & Bev SETA. The successful candidate will receive relevant apprenticeship training, PPE and an allowance and must be able to complete the apprenticeship within 36 months.

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 with Electrical or Mechanical Engineering subjects

• Minimum 60% in Physical Science

• Minimum 60% in Core Mathematics (not Maths Literacy)

• No prior trade qualification required, but relevant technical subjects or N1-N3 certificates from a TVET college could be beneficial.

Key Qualities and Behavioural Competencies
Communication

• Clearly conveys information verbally and in writing, such as reporting faults or documenting procedures, while actively listening to feedback from mentors.

• Proactive learner with good communication skills for documenting work and seeking feedback.

• Able to take on instructions, requests or normal work tasks

Problem Solving

• Mental alertness, analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and conceptual skills

• Attention to detail, safety-conscious mindset, and resilience in physically demanding settings.

• Identifies issues in tasks or processes, proposes practical solutions, and takes ownership of learning opportunities during training.

Collaborative

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while following instructions from mentors

• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others, contributing to group efforts and respecting diverse perspectives in a workshop or site environment.

Time Management
Prioritizes tasks efficiently to meet deadlines and balances practical work with theoretical studies.
Adaptability and Learning Agility

• Adjusts to changing work conditions, new technologies, or trade requirements, showing eagerness to acquire new skills throughout the apprenticeship.

• Adaptability to learn across mechanical, electrical, or millwright disciplines as assigned

• Strong mechanical or technical aptitude with a keen interest in hands-on problem-solving.

Integrity and Professionalism

• Upholds ethical standards, maintains confidentiality where required, and commits to safety protocols and quality workmanship.

• Reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to completing the full apprenticeship duration.

• Must be a high energy level team player and action orientated

• Ambitious and dedicated, making full use of the opportunities the industry has to offer

BevCo
Recruiter

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