ARTISAN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FOR UNEMPLOYED YOUTH 2025 – DIESEL MECHANIC
Closing Date: 14 November 2025
Reference Number: ETH251031-5
Job Number: ARTISANDEVDIESELMEC2025
Location: eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Department: Outreach & Capacity Building
Branch: Community Development Projects
Vacancy Group: eThekwini Municipal Academy
Reporting To: Project Manager
Overview
The eThekwini Municipality invites unemployed youth to apply for the Artisan Development Programme 2025 in the trade of Diesel Mechanic. This opportunity aims to equip participants with essential technical and mechanical skills to become qualified artisans through structured practical and theoretical training.
The programme will run for a maximum of three years, combining classroom-based instruction at an accredited institution and hands-on experience within eThekwini Municipality’s workshops. Upon completion, participants will undertake a trade test to qualify as a Diesel Mechanic Artisan.
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are also encouraged to apply.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
1. Educational Qualifications:
• Minimum N2 Certificate (including the relevant trade theory subject); OR
• Technical/Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science/Engineering Science, and relevant trade theory; OR
• Relevant N6 Certificate or National Technical Diploma (S or N stream) directly related to Diesel Mechanics.
2. Additional Requirements:
• Must be an eThekwini Resident (proof of residence required)
• Must be a South African citizen with a valid ID
• Must be unemployed
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years
• Must demonstrate a genuine interest in the Diesel Mechanic trade
• Must not have participated in a similar apprenticeship programme before
3. Assessments:
• Candidates will undergo verbal, written, and medical assessments as part of the recruitment process.
Programme Details
• Duration: Up to 3 years
• Structure:
• Theoretical training at an accredited institution
• Practical, on-site experience with eThekwini Municipality’s fleet maintenance units
• Certification: Trade Test (Diesel Mechanic) upon completion
• Accreditation: In line with SETA/QCTO and the National Artisan Moderating Body (NAMB)
Benefits
Details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. This programme provides a pathway to a recognized artisan qualification and offers valuable industry-relevant experience for career growth in mechanical engineering and vehicle maintenance.
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