Young South Africans interested in building a career in the electrical and infrastructure sector can apply for an Electrical Apprenticeship in Saldanha, Western Cape.
The opportunity is offered by the Department of Infrastructure Western Cape and is sponsored through the EPWP NYS Apprenticeship programme.
Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R5,500 while gaining practical experience in electrical work.
Electrical Apprenticeship Details
- Position: Apprenticeship Electrical (West Coast)
- Department: Department of Infrastructure Western Cape
- Location: Saldanha, Western Cape
- Industry: Construction and infrastructure
- Job type: Fixed-term
- Stipend: R5,500 per month
- Date posted: 19 August 2026
- Closing date: 30 September 2026
- Programme: EPWP NYS Apprenticeship
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the specified eligibility requirements before applying.
To qualify, you must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be between 18 and 30 years old.
- Be a resident of the West Coast Region.
- Have an Occupational Certificate Electrical at NQF Level 1, Grade 9, or an NCV Level 2 certificate.
- Have passed Pure Mathematics.
- Have prior training in the advertised trade, which will be considered an advantage.
Applicants should carefully check that they meet the age, residency, education and citizenship requirements before submitting an application.
What Will the Electrical Apprentice Do?
The apprenticeship is designed to provide practical exposure to electrical activities and operations within the construction and infrastructure environment.
Duties may include:
Plan and Prepare Electrical Work
The apprentice will assist with preparing work sites and ensuring that the necessary equipment, tools, consumables and materials are available for electrical activities.
Install and Connect Electrical Equipment
The role includes assisting with the installation, wiring and connection of electrical equipment and control systems.
Test and Inspect Installations
Candidates will gain practical experience in testing and inspecting electrical equipment, control systems and electrical installations.
Commission Systems
The apprentice will be involved in the commissioning of control systems and installations to ensure they are ready for operation.
Maintain and Repair Equipment
The position also provides exposure to the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment, control systems and installations.
This practical experience can help candidates develop trade-related skills and gain exposure to workplace procedures and electrical infrastructure operations.
Why Consider an Electrical Apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship can provide an important pathway for young people who want to enter a skilled trade.
Instead of relying only on classroom-based learning, apprenticeships can provide opportunities to develop practical workplace skills while working towards becoming more experienced in a particular trade.
For candidates interested in electrical work, construction, infrastructure, maintenance or technical careers, this opportunity may provide useful exposure to the industry.
The R5,500 monthly stipend can also provide financial support during the fixed-term apprenticeship period.
Important Requirements to Check
Before applying, make sure you meet all of the essential requirements listed for the opportunity.
In particular, applicants should pay attention to the following:
Age: You must be between 18 and 30.
Residency: You must be a resident of the West Coast Region.
Education: You need an Occupational Certificate Electrical NQF Level 1, Grade 9, or an NCV Level 2 certificate, together with a pass in Pure Mathematics.
Citizenship: The opportunity is specifically for South African citizens.
Prior training in the advertised trade is an advantage but is not listed as a mandatory requirement.
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How to Prepare Your Application
Before submitting your application, make sure your information is accurate and that you can demonstrate that you meet the advertised requirements.
Keep copies of relevant documents such as your:
- South African identity document
- Educational certificates
- Mathematics results
- Proof of West Coast residency, where required
- Evidence of previous electrical or trade-related training, if applicable
Applicants should also carefully follow the official application instructions associated with the vacancy.
Closing Date
Applications for the Electrical Apprenticeship (West Coast) must be submitted by 30 September 2026.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
If you are between 18 and 30, live in the West Coast Region and meet the educational requirements, this apprenticeship could provide an opportunity to gain practical experience in the electrical and infrastructure sector while receiving a R5,500 monthly stipend.
