he Western Cape Government (WCG), through the Department of Infrastructure, is offering exciting apprenticeship opportunities for unemployed youth aged 18-30. This is a chance to develop valuable skills and launch your career in the construction sector!
Key Information:
- Stipend: R5,500.00 per month
- Duration: 3 years and 6 months
- Closing Date: July 31, 2025
Available Apprenticeships (by District):
- Garden Route District:
- Apprenticeship Electrical (Ref. APPELECGR)
- Overberg District:
- Apprenticeship Bricklaying (Ref. APPBRICKOVB)
- Central Karoo District:
- Apprenticeship Electrical (Ref. APPELECCK)
Programme Overview:
The Apprenticeship Programme includes:
- Institutional practical training
- Practical on-site training at building sites
- Application of health and safety regulations
- Maintenance of work areas
- Undertaking administrative tasks
General Minimum Requirements:
- Aged between 18 and 30 years
- South African citizen
- Resident of the specified district (Garden Route, Overberg, or Central Karoo)
- Unemployed
- Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape
- Enjoy good health and willingness to undergo a medical and substance abuse examination.
- Willingness to work on construction sites as part of the training program.
- Willingness to travel and work at various building sites across the Western Cape.
- Willingness to sign an apprenticeship contract with the department.
Specific Requirements (By Apprenticeship):
- Apprenticeship Electrical (Garden Route & Central Karoo):
- Occupational Certificate Electrical: NQF L1 certificate in electrical trade theory or TVET equivalent with a pass in pure mathematics and science
- Applicants with relevant experience in the trade will be recommended.
- Apprenticeship Bricklaying (Overberg):
- Occupational Certificate Bricklayer: NQF L3 certificate in bricklaying trade theory or TVET equivalent with a pass in mathematical literacy
- Applicants with relevant experience in the trade will be recommended.
Competencies (All Apprenticeships):
- Technical Skills (practical)
- Numeracy Skills (ability to determine mathematical ability)
- Literacy Skills (reading and writing ability)
- Knowledge of the relevant trade (electrical or bricklaying)
- General knowledge of the built environment
How to Apply:
Apply Here: Apprenticeship Programme 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to upload certified copies of their ID and highest education certificate on the SAYouth.Mobi site.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply before July 31, 2025!
Department of Infrastructure: Apprenticeship Programme 2025
