South Africa’s artisan skills pipeline does not begin only with multi-year apprenticeships. Shorter accredited technical programmes can also give young people their first meaningful exposure to a trade, particularly when the training combines workshop instruction with practical experience. For someone interested in welding and metalwork, learning several welding processes rather than just one can provide a useful foundation for further training and entry-level opportunities in manufacturing, fabrication and automotive-related industries.
Henred Fruehauf is offering a Basic/Advanced Welding Learnership in Bellville South, giving young candidates an opportunity to complete 14 weeks of practical welding training. The programme is accredited by merSETA, carries no training fee, and successful participants will receive a weekly stipend while completing the course.
About the Transrep Welding Learnership Programme 2026
The programme has been structured into four training stages.
Learners must successfully complete each stage before they can progress to the next stage of the course.
The complete training programme takes approximately 14 weeks.
Programme Overview
- Programme: Basic/Advanced Welding Learnership
- Training Provider/Employer: Henred Fruehauf
- Accreditation: merSETA
- Duration: 14 Weeks
- Location: Bellville South, Western Cape
- Training Fee: None
- Stipend: Weekly stipend provided
- Age Requirement: 18–27 years
What Will Learners Study?
One of the strongest aspects of the programme is the range of practical skills covered during the 14 weeks.
Training includes:
- MIG Welding (CO2)
- Arc Welding (Stick)
- Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting
- Grinding skills
- Hand-tool skills
- Practical work experience
This provides learners with exposure to several fundamental processes commonly encountered in welding, fabrication and repair environments.
MIG Welding Training
Learners will receive training in MIG welding, including CO2 welding.
MIG welding is widely used for joining metal components and is commonly encountered in manufacturing, automotive and fabrication environments.
Developing practical competence in this process can provide a useful foundation for learners who intend to continue pursuing welding or related artisan training.
Arc Welding
The programme also includes Arc or Stick Welding.
Learners will gain practical exposure to the equipment, techniques and procedures involved while developing the hand control and technical aptitude required for welding work.
Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting
Participants will also learn oxy-fuel gas cutting, an important skill when working with steel and other materials in fabrication and repair environments.
Combined with grinding and hand-tool training, this gives participants broader exposure than welding alone.
Practical Work Experience
The programme isn’t limited to classroom-based instruction.
Practical work experience forms part of the training, allowing learners to apply the skills they develop throughout the programme.
For candidates with little formal workplace experience, this practical component could be particularly valuable when applying for future apprenticeships or junior technical opportunities.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be between 18 and 27 years old
- Have a Grade 12 certificate
- Demonstrate technical aptitude
- Have contactable references
- Have reliable transport to and from the training facility in Bellville South
The employer specifically states that Grade 12 is compulsory.
Is N1 or N2 Required?
No.
Having an N1 or N2 qualification will be advantageous, but it is not listed as a compulsory requirement.
Candidates who already hold either qualification should include it prominently on their CV.
Previous Experience
Previous experience in:
- Trailer repairs
- Automotive repairs
will also be advantageous.
However, the advert does not list this experience as mandatory.
Candidates with informal mechanical, welding or fabrication exposure may still want to include relevant practical experience on their CV where appropriate.
What Do Successful Learners Receive?
Participants can benefit from:
- A trade skills certificate
- A weekly stipend
- No training fees
- Practical workplace experience
- Exposure to several welding and metalworking techniques
The combination of technical instruction and practical experience makes this particularly relevant to candidates looking for an initial pathway into skilled technical work.
Reliable Transport Is Important
Training will take place in Bellville South.
Applicants must have reliable transport to and from the training facility.
Candidates should consider their daily transport arrangements and costs before applying, particularly because the programme runs for 14 weeks.
Who Should Apply?
The programme could be a good fit for candidates aged 18–27 who:
- Have completed Matric
- Enjoy practical, hands-on work
- Have an interest in welding
- Want to develop technical skills
- Are comfortable working with tools
- Can reliably travel to Bellville South
- Want practical experience before pursuing further artisan opportunities
An N1/N2 qualification or previous trailer or automotive repair experience could strengthen an application.
Thabang Maimela’s Tip
Don’t overlook the technical aptitude requirement simply because Grade 12 is the main formal qualification. Welding is highly practical, so use your CV to show evidence that you’re comfortable working with your hands. If you’ve completed N1/N2, technical subjects, welding projects, mechanical work, trailer repairs or automotive repairs, include them. Also confirm your transport arrangements before applying the advert specifically requires reliable transport to Bellville South.
How to Apply for the Henred Fruehauf Welding Learnership
Applicants are required to submit:
- CV
- Copy of ID
- Matric certificate
Applications should be emailed to:
Make sure your contact details are correct and that any references included on your CV are contactable
Skhumbuzo Shandu is the founder of Careers With Shandu, a platform dedicated to helping South Africans access job opportunities, learnerships, and career development resources.
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