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Komatsu South Africa Apprenticeship Programme 2026

Internship Closes 25 Jun 2026
Employer
Komatsu
Location
South Africa
Contract
Internship
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Role Overview

Komatsu South Africa invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Apprenticeship Programme 2026.

Application Locations:

  • Brits, Gauteng
  • Grootegeluk, Limpopo
  • Mogalakwena, Limpopo
  • Phalaborwa, Limpopo
  • Witbank, Mpumalanga

About the Komatsu Apprenticeship Programme

Komatsu South Africa is offering a 4-year apprenticeship programme for young individuals interested in building a career in the engineering and manufacturing industry.

The programme provides structured technical training, practical workplace exposure, and theoretical learning through merSETA apprenticeship modules.

Successful apprentices will gain valuable experience while working under skilled technical professionals.

Apprenticeship Duration

  • 4 Years

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 / N3 qualification with Mathematics
  • Be currently unemployed
  • Passed the following subjects at NQF Level 4:
    • Mathematics or Technical Mathematics (Mathematics Literacy will not be accepted)
    • Physical Science or Technical Science
  • N3 Electrical/Fitter Trade Theory and/or
  • N3 Mechanotechnology

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

  • Observe and learn technical skills and engineering processes
  • Work independently and within teams on technical tasks
  • Complete prescribed merSETA apprenticeship modules
  • Gain theoretical and practical engineering skills
  • Learn workplace health and safety procedures
  • Maintain workshop equipment
  • Keep an apprenticeship logbook
  • Maintain good housekeeping in the workplace
  • Maintain professional conduct and appearance

Skills and Competencies Required

Candidates should demonstrate:

  • Technical aptitude
  • Responsibility and professionalism
  • Ability to work safely
  • Perseverance and commitment
  • Teamwork skills
  • Willingness to learn

Benefits of the Programme

The apprenticeship offers:

  • Industry-recognised technical training
  • Practical workplace experience
  • Exposure to engineering and manufacturing environments
  • Opportunity to qualify within a technical trade
  • Career growth opportunities within the engineering sector

How to Apply

Apply Online for the Komatsu South Africa Apprenticeship Programme 2026

About Komatsu

Komatsu is hiring for this internship position in South Africa.

Why This Is Good for Starters

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