Toyota South Africa Motors has officially opened applications for the Toyota Apprenticeship Programme 2026, giving South African youth the opportunity to build scarce technical skills in the automotive manufacturing sector.
Training will take place at the Toyota Technical Training Centre located at the Prospecton Manufacturing Facility in Durban, where apprentices will receive structured artisan development in Millwright and Fitter & Turner trades.
For young people interested in engineering and manufacturing careers, this apprenticeship offers a valuable pathway into one of South Africa’s most respected industrial training environments.
Quick Overview of the Toyota Apprenticeship Programme 2026
- Programme: Toyota Apprenticeship Programme 2026
- Trades Available: Millwright / Fitter & Turner
- Department: L & D – Technical Training Centre
- Programme Type: Contract Apprenticeship
- Minimum Qualification: NTC3 or Technical Matric
- Industry: Automotive Manufacturing
- Employer: Toyota South Africa Motors
- Permanent Placement: Vacancy dependent
Why Choose the Toyota Apprenticeship Programme?
Toyota South Africa Motors is known for producing highly skilled artisans with nationally recognised technical competencies.
Benefits of the programme include:
- Industry-recognised artisan training
- Practical workshop-based learning
- Exposure to advanced manufacturing systems
- Mentorship from engineering professionals
- Improved employability across industrial sectors
Toyota-trained apprentices are highly competitive candidates in South Africa’s labour market.
Trades Available in the Toyota Apprenticeship Programme 2026
Millwright Apprenticeship
Millwrights are highly skilled artisans responsible for maintaining both mechanical and electrical systems in industrial plants.
Typical duties include:
- Installing production machinery
- Maintaining automation equipment
- Repairing mechanical breakdowns
- Troubleshooting electrical systems
- Supporting conveyor operations
- Monitoring robotics and PLC-driven machinery
This trade is especially valuable in highly automated automotive manufacturing environments.
Fitter & Turner Apprenticeship
Fitter & Turners specialise in precision engineering and machine component manufacturing.
Typical duties include:
- Operating lathes and milling machines
- Manufacturing machine parts
- Assembling mechanical equipment
- Repairing industrial systems
- Maintaining production tools
- Performing alignment of equipment
This trade is critical across industries such as automotive, mining, rail, and heavy engineering.
Minimum Requirements for Millwright Applicants
To qualify for the Millwright apprenticeship, applicants must have:
NTC3 or Technical Matric including:
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Electrical Trade Theory OR Mechanical Trade Theory
- Technical Drawing OR Graphical Design
Advantage:
- Workshop exposure in engineering environments
Minimum Requirements for Fitter & Turner Applicants
To qualify for the Fitter & Turner apprenticeship, applicants must have:
NTC3 or Technical Matric including:
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Fitter & Turner Trade Theory
- Technical Drawing
Advantage:
- Workshop-related practical experience
Key Competencies Toyota Is Looking For
Toyota values apprentices who demonstrate:
- Strong analytical thinking
- Good communication skills
- Decision-making ability
- Innovative problem-solving
- Long-term planning awareness
- Commitment to organisational goals
- Performance evaluation skills
- Perseverance and consistency
These competencies align with Toyota’s world-class engineering culture.
Training Location: Toyota Technical Training Centre Durban
Training takes place at:
Prospecton Manufacturing Facility
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
This facility is one of Southern Africa’s most advanced automotive production sites.
Apprentices will receive:
- Workshop-based technical training
- Plant-floor exposure
- Engineering mentoring
- Structured artisan development support
Permanent Employment After Completion
Toyota clearly states that:
Permanent employment is not guaranteed after completion.
Placement depends on:
- Availability of vacancies
- Apprentice performance
- Operational business needs
- Workforce planning
However, Toyota apprenticeship graduates remain highly employable across South Africa’s industrial sector.
Required Documents for Application
Before applying, prepare the following:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified NTC3 or Technical Matric certificate
- Academic transcript
- Proof of workshop exposure (if available)
Ensure documents are certified and clearly visible.
How to Apply for the Toyota Apprenticeship Programme 2026
Apply here online for Toyota Apprenticeship Programme 2026
Closing Date: 10 April 2026
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