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| Apprenticeship, | 
| Job Title: | Apprentice Turner | 
|---|---|
| Job Location: | Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), Eastern Cape, South Africa | 
| Job Identification: | 34189 | 
| Job Category: | Apprentice | 
| Posting Date: | 04/24/2025, 02:31 PM | 
| Apply Before: | 05/16/2025, 02:31 PM | 
| Job Schedule: | Full time | 
| Job Shift: | Day | 
| Locations: | 8 Kendle Street, Port Elizabeth, 6001, ZA | 
Are you interested in working with machines and learning a skilled trade? NOV Gqeberha is offering an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in CNC Turning.
We are looking for a motivated and focused individual to join our team as a CNC Turner Apprentice. This is a structured learnership program designed to teach you both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. You’ll gain hands-on experience and work towards becoming a fully qualified CNC Turner in South Africa’s growing engineering and manufacturing sector.
This is a great opportunity for recent matriculants or technically minded individuals. As an Apprentice Turner, you will:
- Work under experienced professionals in a real machine shop
 - Learn how to operate CNC turning machines
 - Study at trade school to master the theory of CNC machining
 - Get on-the-job training and complete all required modules
 - Build a long-term career in precision engineering
 
Key Responsibilities
- Attend and complete all theoretical and practical training modules
 - Operate CNC machines under supervision and follow safety procedures
 - Read and interpret technical drawings and shop documents accurately
 - Follow production schedules and meet output goals
 - Keep your workstation clean and organized (5S standard)
 - Record your work hours accurately using Kronos or other systems
 - Report safety, quality, or performance issues promptly
 - Participate in team discussions and continuous improvement efforts
 
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) with: 
- Mathematics (Standard or Higher Grade)
 - Physical Science
 
 - Trade-related school subjects are a plus
 - Willingness to learn and grow within the machining industry
 - Good attention to detail and a positive attitude
 
What You’ll Gain
- Full support to become a qualified CNC Turner
 - Industry-recognized training and work experience
 - Career growth in a high-demand skilled trade
 - Opportunity to work at a leading engineering company
 - A structured path toward a professional trade qualification
 
Ready to Start Your Career in CNC Turning?
This opportunity is perfect if you want to work with cutting-edge machines, learn from experts, and grow into a high-paying skilled trade.
Apply today and join the NOV Gqeberha team!
 





