Right now the Tsolo Agriculture and Rural Development Institute is opening a Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship that could jump‑start your career, and the deadline is fast approaching.
What the apprenticeship is
You will work toward an Occupational Certificate: Diesel Mechanic (Qualification ID 117237, NQF Level 4, 544 credits). The programme lasts 36 months and is based in Wadeville, Johannesburg, Gauteng. You will receive a monthly stipend of R3 000 while you study and practice.
Who can apply
- South African citizen
- Age between 18 and 33 years
- Currently unemployed
- At least an N2 qualification (or higher) in Diesel Mechanic, Mechanical Engineering, Motor Mechanics or a related engineering field
- Passed Mathematics and either Engineering Science or Physical Science
Preferred candidates
- Young people from the Eastern Cape
- Graduates of TVET colleges
- Female applicants
- People with disabilities
What you will gain
- Programme details
- Qualification: Occupational Certificate – Diesel Mechanic
- Duration: 36 months (25 places available)
- Stipend: R3 000 per month
- Training structure
Phase 1 – 6 months
Institutional theory and practical work
Phase 2 – 24 months
On‑the‑job experience at a workplace
Phase 3 – 6 months
Trade‑test preparation and assessment
- Training venue
Try Easy Electrical Solutions, 181 Immelman Road, Unit 3, Wadeville, Johannesburg, Gauteng. You must be willing to relocate to Gauteng for the duration of the training.
- Skills you will develop
- Diesel engine maintenance and repair
- Heavy‑equipment troubleshooting
- Problem‑solving and technical drawing interpretation
- Professional workplace habits and teamwork
How to apply
- Gather the required documents:
- Detailed CV
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Affidavit declaring you are unemployed
- Certified copies of all qualifications and transcripts
- Proof of residence
- Motivation letter explaining why you want this apprenticeship
- Proof of disability (if applicable)
- Driver’s licence (optional)
- Any other certificates that support your application
- Visit the official online portal and fill in the application form.
- Upload the scanned copies of the documents listed above.
- Review everything carefully and submit before the closing date.
Apply now: Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship Programme 2026 – Online Application
Tips to improve your chances
- Check that every document is clearly scanned and correctly labelled.
- Write a concise, honest motivation letter that shows your interest in diesel mechanics and your willingness to relocate.
- Highlight any hands‑on experience, even informal, with engines or heavy equipment.
- Proofread your CV for spelling or formatting errors.
- If you belong to a preferred group (Eastern Cape, TVET graduate, female, or disabled), mention it prominently.
Next steps
Take a moment to collect the paperwork and start your application today. Even if you feel nervous, many applicants share the same concerns, and a complete, well‑presented file can set you apart. Good luck, and we hope to see you on the workshop floor soon.
