Are you a young South African looking to build a career as a qualified artisan? New Age Engineering Solutions is inviting unemployed youth to apply for its Apprenticeship Programme 2026. This exciting opportunity is designed to equip aspiring artisans with practical workplace experience, technical skills, and industry exposure within the engineering sector.
The apprenticeship programme will take place at Sasol Secunda in Mpumalanga and offers training opportunities in several highly sought-after engineering trades.
Available Apprenticeship Trades
New Age Engineering Solutions is recruiting apprentices in the following trades:
Boilermaker Apprenticeship
Boilermakers manufacture, assemble, install, and repair metal structures, tanks, boilers, and pressure vessels used in industrial environments.
Welder Apprenticeship
Welders join and repair metal components using specialized welding equipment and techniques, playing a critical role in construction and engineering projects.
Pipe Fitter Apprenticeship
Pipe Fitters install, maintain, and repair piping systems used in industrial plants, manufacturing facilities, and energy operations.
About the Apprenticeship Programme
The New Age Engineering Solutions Apprenticeship Programme is a structured skills development initiative aimed at producing qualified artisans for South Africa’s engineering industry.
Successful candidates will receive:
- Structured workplace training
- Practical workshop experience
- Trade-specific technical development
- Off-the-job learning opportunities
- Industry exposure within the engineering sector
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
The programme combines theoretical learning with practical workplace experience, allowing apprentices to develop the skills required to succeed in their chosen trade.
Skills and Qualities Required
To succeed in an engineering apprenticeship, candidates should possess:
Technical Skills
- Basic engineering knowledge
- Mathematical ability
- Mechanical aptitude
- Problem-solving skills
- Technical understanding
Personal Attributes
- Willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Discipline
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment
Why Choose an Engineering Apprenticeship?
Engineering apprenticeships remain one of the best pathways into skilled trades in South Africa.
Earn Practical Experience
Gain hands-on experience in real industrial environments.
Develop Scarce Skills
Trades such as welding, boilermaking, and pipe fitting remain highly sought after across multiple industries.
Build a Long-Term Career
Qualified artisans often enjoy strong employment opportunities in sectors such as:
- Mining
- Petrochemicals
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Energy
- Engineering services
Learn from Industry Experts
Apprentices receive mentorship and guidance from experienced artisans and supervisors.
Benefits of the New Age Engineering Solutions Apprenticeship
Participants may benefit from:
- Workplace-based learning
- Technical skills development
- Industry-recognized experience
- Exposure to large-scale industrial operations
- Career advancement opportunities
- Increased employability
Why Secunda is an Excellent Training Environment
Secunda is one of South Africa’s major industrial hubs and is home to some of the country’s largest engineering, petrochemical, and manufacturing operations.
Apprentices training in this environment gain valuable exposure to industrial processes, equipment, and engineering systems used across the sector.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following qualification requirements:
Option 1
- Technical Grade 12 with Mathematics
Option 2
- Engineering Science or Full N2 Engineering Certificate (Four Subjects) with relevant trade theory
Option 3
- Technical Trade Theory Programme quality assured by a SETA and deemed equivalent to NQF Level 3
Option 4
- Relevant Engineering NC(V) Certificate with seven subjects at NQF Level 3
Option 5
- Technical Grade 11 with:
- Mathematics
- Science
- Language
- Relevant Trade Theory Subject
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Proof of residential address
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to Apply for New Age Engineering Solutions Apprenticeships 2026
Important Application Instructions
When submitting your application:
- Use APPRE 2026 in the subject line.
- Include the specific trade you are applying for (Boilermaker, Welder, or Pipe Fitter).
- Attach all required documents.
- Ensure all information is accurate and up to date.
Example Email Subject Line
APPRE 2026 – Welder Apprenticeship
Interested candidates must email their applications to:
Email: internships@newage-eng.com
Closing Date: 03 June 2026
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