If you want a structured pathway into a real workplace, this is worth a serious look. Feltex is recruiting a Graduate Trainee Textile Technologist to help you complete in-service training requirements while gaining real manufacturing and technical development exposure.
At a glance
| Sponsor / Employer | Feltex Automotive (Feltex) |
| Opportunity type | Graduate Trainee / Internship – Textile Technology (1 year, full-time) |
| Location | Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (Fine Needling site) |
| Reference number | FEL260224-3 |
| Closing date | 05 March 2026 |
| Verified by us | 26 February 2026 |
What this opportunity is
The programme provides career development across technical and project activities such as concepts development, part design finalisation and project management exposure .
You’ll also be encouraged to generate continuous improvement ideas to improve systems, processes, cost and quality .
Eligibility requirements
- National Diploma in Textile Technology (required)
- Computer literate (MS Office)
- Textile and polymer knowledge
- Available full-time for one year
What you’ll do / learn
- Support technical and project activities (concepts development, part design, project management)
- Implement continuous improvement ideas for tools, processes, cost and quality
- Assist the Technical Development Manager with ad-hoc tasks
- Work cross-functionally with purchasing, manufacturing, compliance and engineering
- Check products for suitability and test for performance
Application checklist
- Updated CV (highlight textile/polymer modules + projects)
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copy of qualification / academic record (recommended)
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Quick tips for applicants
- Add a short project section: fabrics/materials you worked with, tests you ran, and what you learned.
- If you’ve used Excel for lab/production data, mention it — the role expects MS Office literacy.
- Be specific about your availability: the listing requires full-time for a year.
Common mistakes that get applicants rejected
- Applying without a Textile Technology diploma (required).
- Submitting a generic CV with no technical projects/module highlights.
- Not indicating full-time availability for the full year.
Scam warning
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About the sponsor
Feltex describes itself as a leading South African manufacturer of automotive components supplied to major global automotive brands.
This graduate trainee opportunity is designed to launch a Textile Technology career with hands-on technical and project exposure .
Sponsor link: https://www.feltex.co.za/about-us/
How this opportunity was verified
Verified by us on 26 February 2026 by checking the official Feltex eRecruit listing (reference FEL260224-3) for closing date, qualification requirement, and the listed duties.
How to apply
- Open the official application page using the button below.
- Create an eRecruit profile (or log in).
- Upload your CV and supporting documents.
- Submit before 05 March 2026.