Reference Number: PRE260624-6
Company: Premier Foods
Job Title: Millwright Apprenticeship 2026
Job Type: Apprenticeship (3-Year Programme)
Department: Maintenance
Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 3 July 2026
Millwright Apprenticeship Opportunity 2026
Are you looking for a Millwright Apprenticeship in Gauteng? Premier Foods is offering an exciting 3-year Engineering Apprenticeship Programme for motivated candidates who want to build a career as a qualified Millwright Artisan.
This apprenticeship combines:
- Accredited theoretical training.
- Hands-on workplace experience.
- Practical engineering skills development.
- Mentorship from qualified Millwright Artisans.
- Exposure to industrial maintenance and manufacturing environments.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking:
- Entry-level engineering jobs.
- Artisan training programmes.
- Technical apprenticeships in South Africa.
- Manufacturing careers.
What You’ll Do
As a Millwright Apprentice, you will:
- Complete a structured 3-year apprenticeship programme.
- Attend accredited technical and engineering training.
- Gain practical workplace experience under qualified Millwright Artisans.
- Learn to install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Work with industrial machinery and manufacturing systems.
- Apply classroom knowledge in a real production environment.
- Work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime when required.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- N2 Engineering qualification with the following trade subjects:
- Engineering Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Mechanical
- Mechanical & Electrical Drawings
- Electrical subject (advantageous).
- Matric (Grade 12).
- N3 qualification (preferred).
- Some relevant engineering or technical work experience.
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should possess:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Technical aptitude.
- Interest in mechanical systems.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Ability to perform under pressure.
- Initiative and willingness to learn.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Passion for engineering and maintenance.
Programme Information
The apprenticeship includes:
- Accredited theoretical engineering training.
- Practical on-the-job artisan training.
- Mentorship by qualified Millwrights.
- Exposure to industrial maintenance systems.
- Continuous skills development.
- Opportunity to qualify as a Millwright Artisan.
Applicants must:
- Be willing to work a 6-day week.
- Work overtime when required.
- Successfully pass all theoretical training modules.
Why Apply?
The Premier Foods Millwright Apprenticeship offers:
- Practical engineering experience.
- Industry-recognised artisan training.
- Career development opportunities.
- Hands-on maintenance experience.
- Exposure to one of South Africa’s leading manufacturing companies.
Job Summary
| Position | Millwright Apprenticeship 2026 |
|---|---|
| Company | Premier Foods |
| Location | Midrand, Gauteng |
| Job Type | Apprenticeship |
| Department | Maintenance |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Qualification | Matric, N2 Engineering (Required), N3 (Preferred) |
| Experience | Some relevant experience |
| Closing Date | 3 July 2026 |
