AFGRI X20 Apprenticeship Opportunities Vacancies
AFGRI X20 Apprenticeship Opportunities This advert is exclusively for matriculants of 2024, all other applicants may apply in the next round that will run from 01 Sep 2024 to 10 Oct 2024. The start date for the apprenticeship is the first working day of January 2025. We seek dynamic, self-motivated individuals with the necessary technical ability wishing to qualify as an Artisan are invited to apply. The Apprenticeship Program affords the incumbent the opportunity to grow within AFGRI under the mentorship of our leaders, informal training as well as on the job development rotations in multidisciplinary teams.
- Reference: AO-1536
- Closing Date: 06 June 2024
This apprenticeship will be a 3 year in-service training experience. This will be towards a qualification known as Tractor Mechanic or Earthmoving Mechanic. The first 6 months is probation time period. This period is use for the company and the employee to make sure it is a long term relationship. Any party may withdraw in this period without any consequences. Thereafter the apprentice will be bind by an AFGRI contract and start his actual training. This training includes: The apprentice will be going to a Practical Training Institute in the different phases needed (If needed). At the same time the apprentice will be written-in for N subjects needed at a College and will study as distance learning (If needed and if available). It is expected to attend classes on Saturdays also. The distance learning might continue as needed while at workplace. The apprentice will undergo Product Training at the John Deere Training Facility in Boksburg and other suppliers as well as Internal training hosted by our own Specialists.
The duties of the Apprentice will include:
- Trained to be a Tractor Mechanic / Technician
- Repair and maintenance of related equipment
- Responsible for stock control
- Customer service
- General work in the workplace
To complete this application, you need at least 60min. Please take your time to complete this application.
The minimum requirement for this application is:
- Valid Driver’s license
- Communication Skills
- Admin Skills
- Computer literacy
- N2 subjects:
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Diesel Trade Theory
- and anyone of the following
- Industrial Electronics
- Engineering / Technical Drawing
- Motor Trade Theory
- Should the applicant not have the N2 qualification, the Matric Certificate will also be taken into consideration if the applicant has subjects such as:
- Mathematics (Not Literacy) (At least 40% / E-Symbol)
- Technical Mathematics (Not Literacy) (At least 40% / E-Symbol)
- Physical Science (At least 40% / E-Symbol)
- Technical Science (At least 40% / E-Symbol)
- Engineering Graphics and Design (At least 40% / E-Symbol)
Behavioral Competencies
- A highly motivated individual
- Attention to detail
- Team player
- Goal-oriented
- Deadline-driven
How to Apply?