Job Spotlight: Engineering Apprenticeship in Germiston
TMS International is looking for South African youth who are out of work and ready to learn. This job is an Engineering Apprenticeship Programme located in Germiston. The role gives you a chance to learn how to keep big machines and factories running smoothly. You’ll get hands‑on training in maintenance trades and you’ll work with professionals from all over the world.
What the Apprenticeship Looks Like
- Company: TMS International (formerly Tube City IMS)
- Program: Engineering Apprenticeship – Maintenance
This program is not a quick part‑time gig. It is a full‑time learning experience where you’ll spend most of your day working on real equipment and learning how to fix it. You’ll be part of a team that keeps steel factories and other industrial plants running.
Who We Need
TMS is hiring apprentices for three different trades:
- 4 Diesel Mechanic Apprentices – you’ll learn how to maintain and repair diesel engines that power heavy equipment.
- 1 Auto Electrician Apprentice – you’ll work on the electrical systems inside vehicles that transport goods.
- 1 Electrician Apprentice – you’ll handle wiring, power supplies and safety checks in a factory setting.
These skills are in demand for many factories and plants, so there is a good chance of finding a job after you finish the apprenticeship.
What You Have to Show
To be considered you must meet all of the following:
- Finished Grade 12 (Matric) and passed Mathematics and Physical Sciences.
- Hold an N3 Technical Qualification in one of the trades listed above (not a management course).
- Be good at talking with others and able to work with people from many different backgrounds.
If you do not have the Mathematics, Physical Science or N3 trade qualifications, your application will not be reviewed.
Who Is TMS International?
TMS is a big name in the steel industry. They help steelmakers keep their plants running from start to finish. Some of the things they do on the factory floor include:
- Buying scrap metal and making the best use of it.
- Managing inventory and moving parts around.
- Recovering metal from waste and turning slag into useful material.
- Cutting steel into the right shape and preparing it for use.
- Removing old protective layers and keeping machines in good shape.
People in the industry count on TMS for reliable, high‑quality service all around the world.
Why This Apprenticeship Is Worth It
If you finish the apprenticeship you will:
- Receive step‑by‑step technical training in a trade that companies need.
- Work inside a real factory, seeing how everything is kept running.
- Learn skills that match what employers are looking for right now.
- Build a strong base for a future career in engineering and maintenance.
How to Send Your Application
If you think you fit the profile, get your application ready and email it to Madi.Tsoari@Tmsinternational.com. In the subject line say the trade you want (e.g., “Diesel Mechanic Apprentice”). Be sure to attach:
- Your most recent CV.
- A copy of your Matric certificate.
- A copy of your N3 technical qualification.
The deadline for applications is 28 February 2026. Late or incomplete submissions may not be taken into account, so be quick!
Final Note
This Engineering Apprenticeship Programme is a great way for young people with a love for tech to step into the world of engineering and maintenance. If you have the required qualifications and you want a steady career learning and working in industry, this is a good place to start. Don’t miss out – apply before the deadline and turn your interest in machinery into a real job.