Top-Paying Boilermaking & Welding Apprenticeships in South Africa – Apply Now (2025 Intake)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you searching for a career in high-demand skilled trades with excellent earning potential? Look no further! John Thompson, a division of ACTOM (Pty) Ltd, South Africa’s leading manufacturer of industrial and utility boilers, is offering 20 premium apprenticeship opportunities in Boilermaking and Welding exclusively in the Western Cape.
2025 Boilermaker & Welder Apprenticeships – No Experience Required!
Location: Bellville, Western Cape
Deadline: Friday, 23 May 2025
Vacancies Available: 20 Learnership Positions
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
High-paying trades: Boilermaking and welding are among the top-earning skilled trades in South Africa.
No prior experience needed – Get trained by industry experts.
Potential for full-time employment post-training.
Located in the Western Cape, a hub for industrial development and job creation.
Minimum Requirements:
You must have one of the following qualifications:
1.Grade 12 Technical (Metal Work, Welding Theory, Technical Maths, and Technical Science) OR
2.Grade 12 Academic (Maths and Physical Science) OR
3.N2 Trade Subjects (Welding or Platers Theory with Engineering Science) OR
4.NCV Level 4 Fabrication (Excludes Maths Literacy) OR
Plus:
Medically fit for hands-on work
Strong interest in engineering and industrial trades
Age: 18–35 years
Must be a Western Cape resident
Key Benefits:
Earn while you learn – full training included
Industry-recognized certification
Free psychometric and skills assessment
Work at John Thompson’s Bellville facility
Launch a sustainable career in manufacturing, welding, and boiler systems
How to Apply:
Submit the following:
Cover letter indicating the position applied for
A 4-page CV with certified certificates
Email to: HumanResource@johnthompson.co.za
Or post to: Senior HR Officer, PO Box 129, Bellville, 7535
NOTE: CVs without certified certificates will be automatically disqualified
Exclusions: No applications will be accepted from candidates with qualifications in Electrical, Diesel, Fitting & Turning, Motor, ND, or already qualified artisans.
Don’t Miss This Life-Changing Opportunity
Launch your career in boilermaking and welding, where the demand is rising, salaries are competitive, and the future is secure. These apprenticeships offer high earning potential, job security, and a pathway to certification in one of South Africa’s most critical industries.