Steinmuller Boilermaker/Welding Apprenticeship 2026: Searching for Candidates with Physically and Medically Fit
About the Steinmuller
Steinmüller Africa is a recognised engineering and construction company that provides specialised services to the power generation, petrochemical, mining, and heavy industrial sectors in South Africa. The company is known for delivering maintenance, fabrication, shutdown, and plant support solutions across major industrial operations.
With a strong focus on skills development, technical excellence, and community upliftment, Steinmüller Africa regularly invests in training opportunities for young talent. Through structured apprenticeship programmes, the company helps develop qualified artisans for South Africa’s industrial workforce.
About the Steinmuller Boilermaker/Welding Apprenticeship 2026
Steinmüller Africa, together with Bilfinger Intervalve Africa, is offering an Apprenticeship opportunity for candidates interested in Boilermaking or Welding. This programme is designed to equip learners with both practical workplace exposure and theoretical technical training required to become qualified artisans.
The company prioritises community development within its operating areas and gives preference to applicants living close to Kriel Power Station in Mpumalanga.
Location: Bethal, Mpumalanga
Contract Duration: 36 Months
Employment Equity Status: Open to EE Candidates Only
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in a structured apprenticeship programme for a minimum of 36 months
- Complete all prescribed merSETA practical and theoretical modules
- Gain relevant workplace experience required for trade test qualification
- Assist production or site teams whenever operational support is required
- Carry out tasks and assignments issued by mentors or training officers
- Successfully pass the applicable trade test before programme completion
- Work toward obtaining an NQF Level 4 qualification as a qualified artisan in Boilermaking or Welding.
Apprenticeship Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics (Mathematics Literacy will not be accepted)
- Physical Science and/or N2 qualification
- N2 subjects relevant to the trade such as Mathematics, Engineering Science, Platers Theory, and Platers Drawings will be advantageous
- Must be physically and medically fit
- Clear criminal record required
- Applicants must be 35 years old or younger
- Must reside within a 50 km radius of Kriel Power Station, Mpumalanga
- Proof of residence is compulsory
- Willing to relocate to Bethal or nearby areas at own cost if not already residing locally
- No transport or accommodation will be provided.
How to Apply / Application Procedure
Interested applicants can apply: Steinmuller Boilermaker/Welding Apprenticeship 2026.
Required Documents
Please submit certified copies of the following:
- Updated CV
- Grade 12 Certificate
- N2 Certificate and academic results statement
- South African ID document
- Proof of residence (municipal account)
- Affidavit confirming residence (mandatory).
Closing Date: 22 May 2026
Important Notice
Steinmüller Africa and Bilfinger Intervalve Africa will never request any payment to process a job application. Applicants should only apply through official channels.
Additional Notes
Preference may be given to candidates from local communities surrounding Kriel Power Station in support of regional development initiatives. Ensure all documents are clear, certified, and uploaded correctly before submitting your application.
