TOYOTA LEARNER MAINTENANCE LEARNERSHIP

PURPOSE:

This is a Learnership Programme where incumbents will complete the following training:

• Work in a team
• Safety Hand tools
• Assembly & manufacturing Drawing &
• Marking off Welding
• Operate & monitor production machines
• Prepare surfaces
• Fire fighting
• Operations & dispatch products

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• National Technical Certificate [N3 – N6]
• Matric/Technical Matric with Maths & Physical Science or Engineering Science, Electrical Trade Theory or Mechanical Trade Theory, or Motor trade Theory, Mechanical Drawing, Graphical Design,

COMPETENCIES:

• Good Communication skills
• Planning and Organizing Adaptability Analytical
• Accurate information gathering and analysis
• Perseverance

NQF Level 3 certification achieved on completion of learnership programme.

What is the Toyota Learnership / Maintenance Learnership

• It’s a structured programme combining on-the-job / practical training with theoretical learning.
• The goal is to equip learners with technical and manufacturing skills relevant to the automotive industry.
• On successful completion, you get a certified qualification (often NQF Level 3).

Key Components / What the Training Covers

You’ll learn and do things like:

• Working in a team environment.
• Safety protocols, including safe use of tools.
• Hand tools, marking off, welding etc.
• Reading and interpreting manufacturing/assembly drawings.
• Operating and monitoring production machines.
• Surface preparation, fire‑fighting basics, operations and dispatch.

Who Can Apply / Requirements

Here are the general eligibility criteria:

• Be a South African citizen or have the right to work in SA.
• Have a Matric or Technical Matric, or a National Technical Certificate (NTC) / Technical Certificate at levels N3 to N6.
• Subjects: Mathematics & Physical Science (or Engineering Science) are usually required (or similar technical subjects). Also subjects like Mechanical Trade Theory, Electrical Trade Theory, Motor Trade Theory, Mechanical Drawing / Graphic Design etc.
• Some non‑technical “soft skills” and personal attributes are often asked for: good communication, adaptability, planning & organizational ability, accuracy / attention to detail, perseverance.

How To Apply

Here’s the usual process:

1. Check Toyota South Africa’s Careers Portal
2. Find the “Maintenance Learnership” or “Learner Maintenance (Unemployed Prod)” roles.
3. Prepare documents: certified copy of your ID, certified matric certificate or Technical Matric, certified N3‑N6 certificate if applicable, and your CV.
4. Submit application before the closing date. Deadlines are strict, and late applications are not accepted.
5. If shortlisted, there may be assessments, interviews etc. (though I didn’t find detailed info on the interview part for all learnerships).

Important Dates & Locations

• The Prospecton plant in Durban, KwaZulu‑Natal is often the location of these learnerships.
• But typically, applications open and close at certain times of the year — so check regularly.

What You Get / What to Expect

• A stipend while you are in the programme (you get paid something while training).
• A recognised qualification (NQF Level 3) on completion.
• Practical, hands‑on learning in a real manufacturing setting.

Tips to Increase Your Chances

• Make sure your documents are certified (ID, matric, N‑cert, etc.).
• Double check that your subject marks meet the requirements (Maths, Physical Science, etc).
• Write a good CV that highlights any relevant skills (even if informal — e.g. mechanical, workshop, or any technical work).
• Be ready to demonstrate soft skills: perseverance, good communication, ability to work in a team.
• Apply early, don’t wait until the last minute.

Closing Date: 23 September 2025

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