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A leading agricultural services company in SA is looking to hire 40 apprentices

A leading agricultural services company in SA is looking to hire 40 apprentices

DEADLINE: 13 October 2024

A leading agricultural services company in SA is looking to hire 40 apprentices

AFGRI is offering an opportunity for an exciting apprentice training program at our various branches in South Africa. AFGRI is actively seeking self-motivated individuals who possess the necessary technical ability, and wish to qualify as an Artisan, are invited to apply. The Apprenticeship Program allows the incumbent to grow within the mentorship of AFGRI informal training as well as on-the-job development rotations in multidisciplinary teams.

This apprenticeship will be a 3-year in-service training experience.  This will be towards a qualification known as Tractor or Earthmoving Mechanic.  The first 6 months is the probation period.  The company and the employee use this period to ensure a long-term relationship. Any party may withdraw in this period without any consequences. Thereafter the apprentice will be bound 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. Distance learning might continue as needed while at the 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 AFGRI’s Specialists. 

Above mentioned training does not have training costs involved to the apprentice if passed, but any training failed will have to be redone in own time and costs. All the Apprentices are bound by the contract.  This is a 3-year contract with AFGRI.  Should the apprentice withdraw within the period of apprenticeship or the “work-back period” there will be costs involved.  Depending on the time and phase of withdrawal, the costs will be calculated.  It is expected that the apprentice work back the time it took him to qualify. The contract cannot be extended for more than 4 years. If the apprentice has not been qualified in 4 years, the contract expires.

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Duties and responsibilities

  • Trained to be a Mechanic / Technician
  • Repair and maintenance of related equipment
  • Responsible for stock control
  • Customer service
  • General work in the workplace

Requirements

  • 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 passed subjects such as:
    • Mathematics (Not Literacy)
    • Technical Mathematics (Not Literacy)
    • Physical Science
    • Technical Science
    • Engineering Graphics and Design

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