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Senior Artisan – Electrical (Permanent) Bidvest Facilities Management Cape Town, Western Cape Posted: 14 January 2026 Closing Date: 21 January 2026 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Telecommunications | Facilities Management Job Overview Bidvest Facilities Management is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Artisan – Electrical to deliver high-quality planned, preventative, and emergency maintenance services. The successful candidate will ensure optimal performance of electrical installations while maintaining compliance with legislation, SLAs, and client service standards. Key Responsibilities • Report for on-site maintenance and complete job cards in line with client and company requirements • Perform planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance across the…

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Apprentice Fitter & Turner Company: Universal Paper and Plastics Department: Maintenance Purpose of the Position Universal Paper and Plastics is seeking a Fitter & Turner Apprentice to support mechanical maintenance and repairs across the Roll, Serviette, and Ink Factories. The role is focused on ensuring machinery and equipment operate reliably to maximise production, reduce downtime, control maintenance costs, and extend asset life. The successful candidate must be willing to work standby and after hours when operational requirements demand. Key Duties & Responsibilities Planning & Productivity • Perform continuous mechanical maintenance on machines, equipment, and buildings to required quality standards •…

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Millwright Apprentice Company: Universal Paper and Plastics Department: Maintenance Purpose of the Position Universal Paper and Plastics is seeking a Millwright Apprentice to support the maintenance function by ensuring that all machinery and equipment are maintained in a safe, reliable, and efficient condition. The role focuses on reducing downtime, minimising maintenance costs, and extending asset life across the Roll, Serviette, and Ink Factories. The successful candidate will be required to perform standby duties and be available after hours when operational needs arise. Key Duties & Responsibilities Engineering, Electrical & Mechanical Support • Use electrical measuring and testing instruments • Perform…

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Engineering Assistant – Multi Discipline (UG) Reference No: 5445 Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Market Related Location: Limpopo & North West Provinces, South Africa (Head Office: Rosebank, Johannesburg) Company Overview Siyanda Bakgatla Mine operates within the Limpopo and North West Provinces of South Africa, with its Head Office strategically located in the business hub of Rosebank, Johannesburg. The company is committed to transformation and applies affirmative action principles in line with its Employment Equity Policy. Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) are encouraged to apply. Purpose of the Role The Engineering Assistant – Multi Discipline (UG) will provide multi-discipline engineering and technical…

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Apprenticeship Opportunity – Fitters & Electricians (2026) Company: Alvern Cables (Pty) Ltd Programme Type: Apprenticeship (4-Year Programme Leading to a Trade Test Qualification) Date Posted: 12 January 2026 Location: South Africa Alvern Cables (Pty) Ltd is urgently inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for a 4-year apprenticeship programme that leads to a recognised trade test qualification. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who want to build a long-term career in the electrical or mechanical engineering trades. Available Apprenticeship Positions • 3 x Mechanical Fitter Apprentices • 3 x Electrical Apprentices Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet the following criteria to…

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General Assistant – Electrical Department | Brights Hardware (Plattekloof) Company: Brights Hardware Position: General Assistant – Electrical Department Location: Plattekloof, Western Cape, South Africa Job Type: Permanent Industry: Retail / Hardware Experience Level: Entry Level Posted: 07 January 2026 Closing Date: 13 January 2026 Job Purpose Brights Hardware is looking for a reliable and customer-focused General Assistant to join the Electrical Department at our Plattekloof branch. The purpose of this role is to deliver excellent customer service, support efficient yard operations, and ensure accurate handling of stock while maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment. This position is ideal…

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Apprentice – Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Multiple Locations) Position: Apprentice – Heavy Equipment Mechanic Number of Positions: Multiple (Various Workshops Nationwide) Closing Date: 30 January 2026 Location: Multiple sites across South Africa Applications are invited from suitably qualified and motivated candidates for the Apprentice – Heavy Equipment Mechanic programme. Permanent employees who meet the minimum requirements will be considered first, after which external applicants will be reviewed. The appointment will be guided by the company’s Employment Equity Plan, with the aim of promoting representivity in line with equity targets (race, gender, and disability). This apprenticeship is ideal for young, energetic individuals…

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Millwright Job Vacancy – Sappi Southern Africa (Ngodwana Mill) Company: Sappi Southern Africa Job Title: Millwright Location: Ngodwana Mill, Ngodwana, South Africa Department: Engineering Posting Date: 07 January 2026 Closing Date: 21 January 2026 We’re Hiring a Skilled Millwright Sappi Southern Africa is looking for a qualified and experienced Millwright to join the Engineering team at Ngodwana Mill. This role is critical to ensuring short-term plant availability, safe shift maintenance execution, and continuous improvement in overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). If you are passionate about mechanical and electrical maintenance and enjoy working in a fast-paced industrial environment, this opportunity is for…

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Fitter Job Vacancy – Sappi Southern Africa (Ngodwana Mill) Company: Sappi Southern Africa Job Title: Fitter Location: Ngodwana Mill, Ngodwana, South Africa Department: Engineering Posting Date: 07 January 2026 Closing Date: 21 January 2026 We Are Hiring an Experienced Fitter Sappi Southern Africa is seeking a qualified and experienced Fitter to join the Engineering team at Ngodwana Mill. This role is ideal for a safety-conscious mechanical professional who is passionate about plant reliability, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement within a heavy engineering or manufacturing environment. As a Fitter, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and…

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Rigger Job Vacancy – Sappi Southern Africa (Mandeni / Tugela Mill) Company: Sappi Southern Africa Job Title: Rigger Location: Tugela Mill, Mandeni, South Africa Department: Engineering Posting Date: 08 January 2026 Closing Date: 22 January 2026 We Are Hiring a Qualified Rigger Sappi Southern Africa is looking for a skilled and safety-focused Rigger to provide specialist rigging services across Tugela Mill. The successful candidate will be responsible for the rigging, inspection, and safe operation of lifting equipment on a daily and shift basis, in line with recognised safe engineering and SHEQ standards. This role is ideal for a qualified Rigger…

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