Bell Equipment Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026: Paid Artisan Training Opportunities
Bell Equipment has opened applications for its Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026 in Richards Bay. The programme offers paid artisan training in high-demand trades such as Millwright, Boilermaker, Auto Electrician, Fitter & Turner, and Mechanical Fitter for qualifying South African youth.
Bell Equipment has officially opened applications for its Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026, offering a rare opportunity for young South Africans to qualify as artisans in the engineering and manufacturing sector.
This structured apprenticeship programme is based at Bell Equipment’s Richards Bay operations and Bell Customer Service Centre in KwaZulu-Natal and is aimed at candidates who want to gain real workplace exposure, technical training, and a recognised trade qualification.
If your goal is to become a qualified artisan in a high-demand engineering trade, this programme provides a clear and practical pathway into long-term employment.
About the Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026
The Bell Equipment Engineering Apprenticeship Programme is designed to develop skilled artisans through a combination of theoretical learning and intensive on-the-job training. Successful candidates will be trained in modern engineering environments while working with heavy equipment and industrial machinery.
The programme focuses on discipline, safety, technical excellence, and hands-on competence, preparing apprentices for formal trade testing and future careers in the engineering industry.
Programme Overview
- Company: Bell Equipment
- Programme: Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026
- Location: Richards Bay and Bell Customer Service Centre (KwaZulu-Natal)
- Closing Date: 20 February 2026
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science
- Driver’s Licence: Code 08 / EB required
- Medical Requirement: Must be medically fit for physical work
- Residence Requirement: Must live within 50 km of Richards Bay or the Bell service centre
Apprenticeship Trades Available for 2026
Bell Equipment is offering apprenticeship opportunities across several engineering trades, each with specific requirements and advantages.
Auto Electrician Apprenticeship (X2)
This trade focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems in heavy machinery and industrial equipment.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics (Core), Physical Science, and Engineering Graphics & Design
- Successful completion of a technical assessment (numeracy and literacy)
- Valid Code 08 / EB driver’s licence
- Medically fit and physically healthy
- Must reside within 50 km of the Richards Bay factory
Added Advantages:
- Electrical Technology as a school subject
- N2 Electrical Trade Theory
- NCV Level 4 Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Previous engineering-related work exposure
Millwright Apprenticeship (X2)
Millwrights work across mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring industrial machinery operates efficiently and safely.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and Engineering Graphics & Design
- Pass the Bell Equipment technical assessment
- Valid Code 08 / EB driver’s licence
- Good physical health and medical fitness
- Residence within 50 km of the Richards Bay factory
Added Advantages:
- Electrical and Mechanical Technology subjects
- N2 Electrical Trade Theory
- NCV Level 4 Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Engineering workplace exposure
Fitter & Turner Apprenticeship (X2)
Fitter & Turners specialise in machining, fitting, and manufacturing precision mechanical components.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and Engineering Graphics & Design
- Pass technical assessment
- Valid Code EB / 08 driver’s licence
- Medically fit
- Must live within 50 km of the Bell Customer Service Centre
Added Advantages:
- Mechanical Technology (Fitting and Machining)
- N2 Fitting and Machining Theory
- NCV Level 4 Engineering Related Design
- Engineering-related experience
Boilermaker Apprenticeship (X6)
Boilermakers fabricate, assemble, and repair metal structures and heavy equipment components.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and Engineering Graphics & Design
- Pass technical assessment
- Valid Code EB / 08 driver’s licence
- Medically fit for physical work
- Residence within 50 km of the service centre
Added Advantages:
- Mechanical Technology (Welding)
- N2 Boilermaker or Plater Trade Theory
- NCV Level 4 Engineering Related Design (Welding)
- Previous engineering exposure
Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeship (X2)
Mechanical Fitters assemble, install, maintain, and repair industrial machinery and mechanical systems.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science, and Engineering Graphics & Design
- Pass technical assessment
- Valid Code EB / 08 driver’s licence
- Medically fit
- Must reside within 50 km of the service centre
Added Advantages:
- Mechanical Technology (Fitting & Machining or Automotive)
- N2 Fitting and Machining Theory
- NCV Level 4 Engineering Related Design
- Engineering workplace experience
Minimum Requirements for All Trades
Applicants across all apprenticeship trades must:
- Have Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science
- Have Engineering Graphics & Design (EGD)
- Pass Bell Equipment’s technical assessment
- Be physically fit and medically cleared
- Hold a valid Code 08 / EB driver’s licence
- Live within 50 km of Richards Bay or the Bell service centre
How to Apply
Applications for the Bell Equipment Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026 must be submitted through the official application platform.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early and ensure that all requirements are met before submission.
Conclusion
The Bell Equipment Engineering Apprenticeship Programme 2026 is a powerful opportunity for young South Africans who want to build real technical skills and qualify as artisans in the engineering sector. With structured training, hands-on experience, and exposure to a leading manufacturing environment, this programme can open doors to stable and long-term careers.
If you meet the requirements, live near Richards Bay, and are serious about becoming a qualified artisan, this apprenticeship could be the turning point in your professional journey.
