Overview
Toyota South Africa Motors is offering a structured learnership opportunity aimed at unemployed individuals interested in developing technical skills in a manufacturing and maintenance environment. The programme is based at the Prospecton facility in Durban and combines theoretical learning with hands-on practical training. It provides an excellent pathway into the automotive industry while equipping learners with nationally recognised competencies.
What the Programme Involves
- Working collaboratively as part of a production and maintenance team.
- Learning to use hand tools correctly and safely while following strict workshop safety practices.
- Reading and understanding engineering or manufacturing drawings.
- Performing marking-off and basic welding tasks where applicable.
- Operating, monitoring and supporting the use of machinery and production equipment.
- Preparing work surfaces and materials as required for maintenance tasks.
- Assisting with production operations, including dispatch activities.
- Completing basic fire-safety and firefighting training.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following academic criteria:
- National Technical Certificate (N3 – N6), OR
- Matric / Technical Matric that includes Mathematics and Physical Science or Engineering Science.
Relevant theoretical subjects such as Electrical Theory, Mechanical/Motor Trade Theory, Mechanical Drawing or Graphic Design are beneficial.
Additional Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Good planning, organisational skills and adaptability.
- Analytical thinking with good attention to detail.
- Determination, willingness to learn and ability to gather and process information accurately.
Upon successful completion of the programme, learners will achieve a qualification at NQF Level 3.
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