South African Airways Technical Apprenticeships 2024 Are you passionate about aviation and seeking a career in the highly skilled field of aircraft maintenance? The South African Airways (SAA) Technical Apprenticeship Programme 2024 offers an opportunity for to build a rewarding career in different aviation trades. With South African Airways Technical being one of Africa’s most respected accredited training facilities, this programme form the foundation for becoming a professional aviation technician.
- Application Deadline: 30 August 2024
- Location: ORT International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa
To apply for the South African Airways Technical Apprenticeship Programme 2024, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Medically Fit: Applicants must be in good health and must pass a medical fitness examination.
- Citizenship: Only South African citizens are eligible to apply.
- Minimum Age: Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
- Language Proficiency: The ability to communicate in English.
- Contract Commitment: Successful applicants must be prepared to sign a learnership contract, committing to the terms and conditions of the apprenticeship.
Educational Qualifications:
Candidates must have completed Grade 12 with below subjects:
- Mathematics
- English
- Physical Science
These subjects must be passed with at least an E Symbol on Higher Grade, a D Symbol on Standard Grade, or a minimum of Achievement level 4 or equivalent. Alternatively, applicants with a minimum N3 certificate in Mathematics and Engineering Science with a D Symbol are also encouragedto apply.
South African Airways Technical offers a variety of trades for apprenticeship, each designed to aircraft maintenance and operations. The available trades included below:
- Aircraft Mechanic: Focuses on maintaining and repairing aircraft systems and components.
- Aircraft Spray Painter: Specializes in painting and coating aircraft surfaces.
- Aircraft Composite Structures: Involves working with composite materials used in modern aircraft construction.
- Aircraft Electrician: Handles the electrical systems and wiring of aircraft.
- Aircraft Instrument Technician: Ensures the functionality of aircraft instruments and control systems.
- Aircraft Radiotrician: Maintains and repairs aircraft radio systems.
- Aircraft Structures Workers: Focuses on the structural integrity of the aircraft’s frame and body.
- Aircraft Trimming: Involves working on the interior design and layout of aircraft cabins.
- Aircraft Turner Machinist: Specializes in precision machining and creating aircraft components.
- Aircraft Welding: Focuses on welding and fabricating metal parts for aircraft.
- Aircraft Electro Plater: Handles electroplating and surface treatments for aircraft components.
How to Apply
Interested candidate must complete an application form (DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM – PDF), pass an Aptitude and if shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.
KINDLY NOTE THAT LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
Please send a detailed application form, CV & Certified copies not older than 6 months of Grade 12 school certificate / N3 certificate, ID documents, other tertiary or N qualifications to –
saatrecruitment@flysaa.com
Enquiries and applications can be addressed to: Recruitment and Selection, South African Airways Technical, Private Bag X12, OR Tambo International Airport, 1627.
- Tel: (011) 978 3912 and 978 3935 Nelly Kewana/ Livhuwani Nekhumbe
- Fax: 011 978 1108