Manufacturing & Engineering
Manufacturing & Engineering

Bidvest Tank Terminals (BTT) Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeship Programme 2026 / 2027 Vacancy

Bidvest Tank Terminals

Manufacturing & Engineering (merSETA)

Monthly stipend

Not stated

Opportunity
Apprenticeship
Minimum education
Grade 12 / Matric
Location
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
SETA
merSETA
Posted
11 Sept 2026

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Opportunity Overview

Bidvest Tank Terminals (BTT) is offering an exciting Apprenticeship Programme for aspiring Mechanical Fitters. This opportunity is designed for individuals eager to gain practical experience and theoretical knowledge in the field.

The programme is based in Durban and spans 36 months, providing structured theoretical training alongside hands-on experiential learning within a professional environment. Upon successful completion, the programme culminates in a trade test.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this apprenticeship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Possess a valid South African Identity Document (SA Citizen).
  • Be a South African youth.
  • Have a Grade 12/Matric certificate with Mathematics and Physical Science, OR Matric with an N2 Mechanical Engineering qualification.
  • Demonstrate the ability to work within a Chemical Plant environment.
  • Show a willingness to learn and maintain a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Apprentices will be expected to:

  • Attend theoretical training sessions at an accredited training centre.
  • Participate fully in experiential training at Bidvest Tank Terminals.
  • Adhere to all departmental and company procedures and guidelines.

What the Work Involves

This Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeship will immerse you in a comprehensive learning journey. You will divide your time between formal classroom instruction at an accredited training centre and practical application within Bidvest Tank Terminals' chemical plant environment in Durban.

Day-to-day, this involves attending lessons to grasp mechanical fitting principles, followed by hands-on tasks where you'll apply that knowledge under supervision. You will be actively engaged in learning various aspects of mechanical fitting while ensuring compliance with all operational and safety procedures within the chemical plant setting.

How to Apply

To apply for the Bidvest Tank Terminals (BTT) Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeship Programme:

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What you'll need to apply

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  • Your CV
  • Certified copy of your ID
  • Certified copy of your matric certificate
  • A short motivation letter
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What an apprenticeship actually is

An apprenticeship is the route to a recognised trade. It runs considerably longer than a learnership and ends in a trade test at an accredited trade test centre — a practical examination you either pass or repeat. Passing is what makes you an artisan; time served alone does not.

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Check that the employer is accredited to train your trade and that your logbook is being signed as you go. Apprentices who discover an unsigned logbook near the end of the term lose months waiting for a trade test date.

About merSETA & this sector

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