Feltex Millwright Apprenticeships 2026

Feltex invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Apprentice Millwright Programme 2026.

Apprenticeship Application Closing Date: 14 May 2026

Apprenticeship Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

About the Feltex Millwright Apprenticeship

Feltex is offering a 4-year Millwright Apprenticeship Programme aimed at developing skilled artisans within the automotive manufacturing industry.

This programme combines technical training, workplace experience, and MERSETA-accredited development to prepare apprentices for successful careers in industrial maintenance and manufacturing.

Apprentices will receive practical exposure to high-volume production lines and advanced industrial equipment.

Apprenticeship Details

• Position: Apprentice Millwright
• Division: Feltex
• Department: Maintenance
• Programme Type: Apprenticeship
• Duration: 4 Years
• Training Authority: MERSETA
• Location: Fehrer Gqeberha

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science

OR

• N3 qualification with:
  • Electrical/Fitter Trade Theory
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering Science

Training and Development

The apprenticeship programme includes:

• MERSETA apprenticeship contract
• Electrical and Fitter training at an accredited training centre
• On-the-job plant experience
• Further Education and Training opportunities
• Technical college training

Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong learning orientation
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Good communication and decision-making skills
• Physical fitness and hand-eye coordination
• Willingness to work in a heavy industrial environment
• Ability to work at heights
• Willingness to travel and train away from home

Key Responsibilities

Apprentices will:

• Learn practical maintenance skills in a manufacturing environment
• Operate and maintain industrial equipment
• Participate in technical training programmes
• Gain exposure to electrical and fitter disciplines
• Support production line maintenance activities
• Develop customer service, teamwork, and quality compliance skills

How to Apply

Click here to apply for Feltex Apprentice Millwright Programme 2026:

This apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for technically minded individuals who want to build a career in the automotive and manufacturing industry while gaining nationally recognised artisan training.