For someone who wants a proper artisan pathway rather than short-term workshop exposure, an apprenticeship like this can be a strong starting point. This Apprenticeship Programme at Howden South Africa, a Chart Industries company, is aimed at unemployed young people who want structured trade training as a Boilermaker, Welder, or Mechanical Fitter across Gauteng and Mpumalanga.
At a glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Sponsor / Employer | Howden South Africa (a Chart Industries company) |
| Opportunity type | Apprenticeship Programme / artisan training programme |
| Job title | Apprenticeship Programme |
| Location | Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, 2091 |
| Programme term | 4 years |
| Total positions | 5 apprentices |
| Trades available | 2x Boilermakers, 1x Welder, 2x Mechanical Fitters |
| Site allocations | Booysens (Gauteng) – 2x Boilermakers, 1x Welder; Arnot (Mpumalanga) – 1x Mechanical Fitter; Kendal (Mpumalanga) – 1x Mechanical Fitter |
| Verified by us | 28 March 2026 |
What this opportunity is
This is a 4-year apprenticeship programme that combines on-the-job training with structured theoretical instruction. Successful candidates will build trade-specific skills by assisting skilled artisans with technical tasks while training toward an artisan career path.
Note: This is much more than general workshop exposure. It is designed as a full apprenticeship route, so it is best suited to someone who wants to commit to a trade over several years and build formal artisan capability.
Who this opportunity may suit
- Someone who wants to become an artisan in a technical trade
- An applicant with a Technical Matric or N3 trade-related background
- A person who is unemployed and ready for a long-term training commitment
- Someone interested in industrial engineering environments rather than general entry-level work
What you’ll do / learn
You’ll gain structured trade training and practical workplace exposure by assisting skilled artisans and learning technical tasks linked to your allocated trade.
- Complete a 4-year apprenticeship combining theory and workplace training
- Assist skilled artisans with technical tasks
- Build trade-specific practical skills in your assigned trade
- Develop workplace discipline, technical accuracy, and problem-solving ability
- Train toward an artisan career path in a global engineering environment
Eligibility requirements
Check the requirements below before applying.
Essential requirements
- Technical Matric with Mathematics and Science; or
- N3 with relevant trade subjects
- Certified copy of latest school / college results must be attached
- Certified clear copy of ID
- Engineering aptitude
- Self-motivated attitude
- Quick learner
- Problem-solving skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
- Team-player mindset
Special requirements
- Medically fit
- Good cognitive abilities
- Psychometric assessments will be done
- No criminal record
- Police clearance required
What this role really means
An apprenticeship like this usually means committing to a real trade route where you learn by doing, not just by watching. In practice, that means following instructions carefully, building technical confidence over time, and developing the discipline needed to work safely and accurately around industrial equipment and workshop processes. If you are applying, it helps to show that you are serious about a technical career rather than only looking for short-term work.
Application checklist
Make sure your application is complete before submitting.
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copy of latest school / college results
- Technical Matric or N3 supporting documents
- Police clearance or readiness to obtain one if requested
- Clear contact details (phone + email)
- Any supporting technical, workshop, or trade-related exposure on your CV
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About the sponsor
Howden is a Chart Industries business focused on air and gas handling products and services for industrial processes. The company says it has over 160 years of engineering heritage, and Chart’s official locations page shows Howden operations in South Africa including Johannesburg, Middelburg, Cape Town, and Gqeberha. For more information visit the Chart Industries Website
Quick tips for this application
- Make your Mathematics, Science, or N3 trade subjects easy to identify on your results
- Choose the trade path that genuinely matches your interest and background
- Upload certified results and ID clearly, because the advert specifically asks for them
- If you have any workshop or school technical practical exposure, mention it clearly on your CV
- Show that you are serious about a trade career and ready for a long-term programme
Mistakes to avoid
- Applying without certified results attached
- Leaving out your certified ID copy
- Using a generic CV that does not show technical interest or trade readiness
- Not checking which site allocation and trade you are realistically suited for
- Uploading incomplete or unreadable supporting documents
Scam warning (important)
Do not pay any fee to apply for this apprenticeship. Genuine recruitment for this role should happen through the official Chart / Howden careers platform. If anyone asks for money for placement, interviews, or faster processing, use only the employer’s official application page.
How this opportunity was verified
We prepared this post using the official Chart / Howden vacancy listing for Apprenticeship Programme together with the official Howden and Chart company pages and South Africa locations page.
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How to apply
- Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
- Read the requirements carefully and confirm that your Technical Matric or N3 subjects fit the programme.
- Prepare your CV and certified supporting documents.
- Submit your application through the official Chart / Howden careers platform.