Apprentice Mechanical Fitter & Turner

About this opportunity

About the Role Our client, a significant player in the industrial manufacturing and maintenance sector, is seeking diligent and technically inclined individuals to join their operations as Apprentice Mechanical Fitters and Turners in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This apprenticeship program provides comprehensive training in precision metalworking, machine operation, and mechanical assembly. You will learn to read technical drawings, operate lathes and milling machines, and assemble intricate mechanical components. Working closely with experienced tradespeople, you will contribute to the production and maintenance of critical machinery and equipment essential to various industries. The role is based full-time at our client's workshop in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, offering a solid foundation for a skilled trade career. Key Responsibilities Learn to operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other machine tools to shape metal parts. Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to produce components. Perform precision fitting and assembly of mechanical parts and equipment. Understand and apply measurement techniques using calipers, micrometers, and gauges. Assist in the maintenance and repair of plant machinery. Practice safe workshop procedures and maintain a tidy work environment. Develop skills in welding and basic fabrication. Understand the properties of various metals and materials. Participate in theoretical training sessions and examinations as required