{"id":1691,"date":"2026-04-25T09:36:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T09:36:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentcareer.co.za\/?p=1691"},"modified":"2026-04-25T09:36:39","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T09:36:39","slug":"afgri-artisan-training-opportunities-2026-x40-posts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studentcareer.co.za\/?p=1691","title":{"rendered":"AFGRI Artisan Training Opportunities 2026 (X40 Posts)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"365\">South Africa continues to face a growing shortage of skilled artisans, particularly in agriculture and heavy machinery. The <strong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"257\">AFGRI Artisan Training Opportunities 2026<\/strong> offer a practical, structured pathway for unemployed youth to qualify as a tractor or earthmoving mechanic.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"604\">If you are technically minded and prefer hands-on work over traditional university study, this 3-year apprenticeship programme provides real workplace experience, industry-recognised training, and a clear route into a high-demand career.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"609\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"17z9o15\" data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"640\">Overview of the Programme<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"908\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ap6ulw\" data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"712\"><strong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"658\">Programme:<\/strong> AFGRI Equipment Artisan Training Opportunities 2026<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"u629sp\" data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"746\"><strong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"736\">Reference Number:<\/strong> AO-2345<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pgq0i7\" data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"775\"><strong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"769\">Number of Posts:<\/strong> X40<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1s0cyfi\" data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"867\"><strong data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"831\">Duration:<\/strong> 3 years (maximum 4-year contract)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1s1xgru\" data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"908\"><strong data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"891\">Probation Period:<\/strong> First 6 months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"930\"><strong data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"930\">Training Fields:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"976\">\n<li data-section-id=\"hg0xs3\" data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"951\">Tractor Mechanic<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14b0s34\" data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"976\">Earthmoving Mechanic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1003\"><strong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1003\">Training Authorities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1087\">\n<li data-section-id=\"15bg0k5\" data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1045\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">AgriSETA<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"17wgcs5\" data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1087\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">MerSETA<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1229\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"8737qm\" data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1277\">About the AFGRI Artisan Training Structure<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1451\">The programme is designed to combine <strong data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1349\">practical workshop experience<\/strong> with <strong data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1384\">formal technical learning<\/strong>, ensuring you gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1475\"><strong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1475\">Training includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1499\"><strong data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1499\">Workplace Exposure<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1609\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bikh1o\" data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1521\">Equipment repairs<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"13vdrkk\" data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1550\">Preventative maintenance<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pmpvng\" data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1566\">Diagnostics<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"rq7aeb\" data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1585\">Parts handling<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pd8qwj\" data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1609\">Workshop procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1630\"><strong data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1630\">Formal Learning<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1729\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1w1jt6q\" data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1663\">Practical institute training<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1saxk6u\" data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1693\">Distance learning modules<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1o8ohdu\" data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1729\">Supplier-led technical sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1751\"><strong data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1751\">Internal Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1835\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1l4827c\" data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1776\">Specialist mentoring<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"17s2na4\" data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1803\">Structured assessments<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1hj2cvd\" data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1835\">Technical progress tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1915\">Some learning phases may include Saturday classes depending on training needs.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1920\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"cri10n\" data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1968\">Understanding the 6-Month Probation Period<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2030\">The first six months serve as a <strong data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2029\">mutual evaluation phase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2052\"><strong data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2052\">AFGRI evaluates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2117\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1fg22wy\" data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2067\">Discipline<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"16y36l5\" data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2089\">Technical ability<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"onxn4k\" data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2102\">Teamwork<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1i6ijdm\" data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2117\">Work ethic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2144\"><strong data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2144\">Apprentices evaluate:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2218\">\n<li data-section-id=\"120i56b\" data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2167\">Career suitability<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"141lkd4\" data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2192\">Workshop environment<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1hzmwih\" data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2218\">Training expectations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2283\">Either party can withdraw during this period without penalties.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2288\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"bykqlh\" data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2313\">What You Will Learn<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2366\">During the apprenticeship, you will gain skills in:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2569\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1j9t67r\" data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2394\">Mechanical diagnostics<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"171tnkc\" data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2434\">Equipment servicing and maintenance<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zthrde\" data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2477\">Workshop systems and safety procedures<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1h9w2bw\" data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2504\">Customer communication<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ebiu1g\" data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2535\">Stock and parts management<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"v5m2gf\" data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2569\">Administrative record-keeping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2651\">This ensures you are fully prepared for trade certification and real-world work.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2656\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"h6ldaa\" data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2691\">Duties of an AFGRI Apprentice<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2746\">As an apprentice, your responsibilities will include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"3012\">\n<li data-section-id=\"2jxdhs\" data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2789\">Training toward artisan qualification<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"tkgamh\" data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2831\">Performing servicing and repair tasks<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"180l344\" data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2866\">Supporting workshop operations<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ne82l7\" data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2906\">Assisting with spare parts handling<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1g8elo9\" data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2941\">Participating in stock control<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"yl74mt\" data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2972\">Providing customer support<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"sdv7yq\" data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"3012\">Completing general workplace duties<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3427\" data-end=\"3430\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1rw41kc\" data-start=\"3432\" data-end=\"3469\">Behavioural Competencies Required<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3471\" data-end=\"3506\">AFGRI looks for candidates who are:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3630\">\n<li data-section-id=\"rf9dke\" data-start=\"3508\" data-end=\"3528\">Highly motivated<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6ho866\" data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3548\">Detail-oriented<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1awuipc\" data-start=\"3549\" data-end=\"3561\">Reliable<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"dbsv85\" data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3578\">Team players<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14eltaa\" data-start=\"3579\" data-end=\"3594\">Goal-driven<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ozkawa\" data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3630\">Committed to long-term learning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3632\" data-end=\"3707\">Artisan training requires consistency, discipline, and a strong work ethic.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3709\" data-end=\"3712\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"rs4zon\" data-start=\"3714\" data-end=\"3755\">Training Cost and Work-Back Agreement<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3757\" data-end=\"3777\"><strong data-start=\"3757\" data-end=\"3777\">Important rules:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"3920\">\n<li data-section-id=\"17r3pkt\" data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"3823\">Training is <strong data-start=\"3793\" data-end=\"3821\">fully funded if you pass<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"uf0pqr\" data-start=\"3824\" data-end=\"3877\">Failed subjects must be repeated at your own cost<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"pec8j\" data-start=\"3878\" data-end=\"3920\">Failed modules may delay qualification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3922\" data-end=\"3947\"><strong data-start=\"3922\" data-end=\"3947\">Work-back obligation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"4037\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1anwexk\" data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"3982\">Equal to the training duration<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1wzz4rp\" data-start=\"3983\" data-end=\"4037\">Example: 3-year training = 3-year work-back period<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4103\">If you leave early, you may be required to repay training costs.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4105\" data-end=\"4108\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"t6f5ag\" data-start=\"4110\" data-end=\"4132\">Training Locations<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4134\" data-end=\"4209\">Placements may be at various AFGRI branches across South Africa, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4211\" data-end=\"4378\">\n<li data-section-id=\"woqw76\" data-start=\"4211\" data-end=\"4224\">Polokwane<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"dkmod6\" data-start=\"4225\" data-end=\"4238\">Bethlehem<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"122j31y\" data-start=\"4239\" data-end=\"4248\">Brits<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1c32yiv\" data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4263\">Middelburg<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1l6uab9\" data-start=\"4264\" data-end=\"4274\">George<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1txoyk5\" data-start=\"4275\" data-end=\"4288\">Bellville<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1sbveuk\" data-start=\"4289\" data-end=\"4309\">Pietermaritzburg<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1amhwka\" data-start=\"4310\" data-end=\"4323\">Empangeni<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"164xyhy\" data-start=\"4324\" data-end=\"4340\">Kempton Park<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1s6hl3q\" data-start=\"4341\" data-end=\"4354\">Nelspruit<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"gvdao7\" data-start=\"4355\" data-end=\"4366\">Tzaneen<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"w4677p\" data-start=\"4367\" data-end=\"4378\">Kokstad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4457\">Applicants must be willing to relocate depending on operational requirements.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4459\" data-end=\"4462\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"irrzi4\" data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3043\">Minimum Requirements<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3069\">To apply, you must have:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3283\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ikowmg\" data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3190\">Grade 12 with:\n<ul data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3190\">\n<li data-section-id=\"5hg1ei\" data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3101\">English<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"19j17mc\" data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3190\">Mathematics or Technical Mathematics<br data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3145\" \/><em data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3188\">(Mathematical Literacy is not accepted)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"120pyjl\" data-start=\"3191\" data-end=\"3217\">Valid driver\u2019s licence<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"juflah\" data-start=\"3218\" data-end=\"3247\">Good communication skills<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"gzdwj7\" data-start=\"3248\" data-end=\"3283\">Basic admin and computer skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3311\"><strong data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3311\">Advantageous Subjects:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3425\">\n<li data-section-id=\"ujulgl\" data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3335\">Engineering Science<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1pfdjc9\" data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3356\">Physical Science<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"4ysg2l\" data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3392\">Engineering Graphics and Design<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"14zhbzr\" data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3425\">Diesel or Motor Trade Theory<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4883\" data-end=\"4886\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"fn2649\" data-start=\"4888\" data-end=\"4904\">How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4906\" data-end=\"4936\"><a href=\"https:\/\/afgri.mcidirecthire.com\/External\/Job?Ref=TEkBhDYErs0qhHgueWeCgt_yRI-cnPLR1MRk1RR6Cpou3ktpvROhSqni_BGkK6j0_K9RCoa2z-0vaYiPMTYr3f6ieh2Y6lPtkpQCWQSErinKRuFt7FAJpbbg5jwlz8RZMWOAyWQiwzQeJzPqiQPDlw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Apply here online for AFGRI Artisan Training Opportunities 2026 (X40 Posts)<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4938\" data-end=\"4959\">Closing date: 30 September 2026<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>South Africa continues to face a growing shortage of skilled artisans, particularly in agriculture and heavy machinery. 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