Trade Apprenticeship Programme at MISA South Africa

The Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) is offering an intensive three-year Apprenticeship Programme for the 2026/2027 financial year. This structured technical training initiative is specifically designed for unemployed South African youth who hold relevant vocational qualifications from TVET colleges or accredited institutions. Candidates will embark on a comprehensive pathway involving both practical on-the-job training at participating host municipalities and specialized off-the-job theoretical training to qualify as certified Artisans in crucial technical trades.

As part of this youth development programme, learners will be deployed to targeted local and district municipalities across South Africa to support municipal infrastructure development and service delivery maintenance. MISA invites historically disadvantaged individuals to take advantage of this high-impact, career-building artisan learnership opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate actively in all structured on-the-job and off-the-job artisanal training modules.

• Assist qualified artisans with the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of municipal infrastructure systems.

• Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures, trade safety guidelines, and the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act.

• Complete trade work logs, logbooks, and continuous assessments required for trade test readiness.

• Perform preventative maintenance routines on equipment, machinery, and municipal facilities within designated trades (Electrical, Plumbing, Bricklaying, Motor Mechanic, or Diesel Mechanic).

• Collaborate effectively with municipal technical teams, site supervisors, and training mentors.

Why Join the Company

Working alongside the Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent provides unparalleled hands-on exposure to public sector technical infrastructure. Participants benefit from structured mentorship by seasoned artisans, fully funded artisanal development leading to recognized trade test qualification, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference in municipal service delivery across South African communities.

How to Apply

Applicants must download the official MISA Application Form and review the participating municipalities before submitting their documentation:

• Download MISA Application Form

• List of Participating Municipalities 2026/2027

Please submit your completed application form (clearly indicating the reference number and preferred municipality), comprehensive CV, certified ID copy, certified copies of qualifications, proof of residential address, and institutional release letter (if applicable) to the designated email address below:

• Reference: Electrical 2026/01 – 📧 CB.electrical@misa.gov.za

• Reference: Plumbing 2026/02 – 📧 CB.plumbing@misa.gov.za

• Reference: Bricklaying 2026/03 – 📧 CB.bricklaying@misa.gov.za

• Reference: Motor Mechanic 2026/04 – 📧 CB.motor@misa.gov.za

• Reference: Diesel Mechanic: 2026/05 – 📧 CB.diesel@misa.gov.za

Salary is estimated based on market research.

• Full N2 Engineering Certificate (four subjects) including Mathematics, Engineering Science, relevant trade theory, and an additional related subject; OR

• Technical trade theory programme quality assured by a SETA (equivalent to NQF Level 3); OR

• Relevant Engineering NC(V) Certificate with seven subjects passed at NQF Level 3; OR

• Technical Grade 11 / Grade 12 with Mathematics, Physical Science, Language, and related trade theory subjects; OR

• Relevant N6 Certificate or National Technical Diploma (T, S, or N stream) directly related to the applied trade; OR

• For Diesel Mechanic: Technical Grade 12 with Maths OR N2/N3 Engineering with Diesel/Motor Trade Theory.

• Must be an unemployed South African citizen with valid identity documentation.

• Willingness to enter into a 3-year Apprenticeship contract and undergo a medical fitness examination.