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Engine Workshop Technician – Apprentice (MRC)

Req ID: 2419473
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Company: Cummins Inc.
Business Segment: Distribution – Service
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Work Model: On-site with flexibility
Career Path: Service

Role Overview

Cummins Inc. is seeking a motivated and technically inclined Apprentice – Engine Workshop Technician to join its Service team in Johannesburg. This apprenticeship offers hands-on exposure to Cummins engines and systems while developing diagnostic, mechanical, and safety competencies aligned with global industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate working knowledge of Cummins products, tools, and applicable industry standards.
• Comply with safe work procedures, policies, and quality standards at all times.
• Apply mechanical principles to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engines and related components safely and efficiently.
• Translate customer complaints into structured troubleshooting and repair plans.
• Use specialized diagnostic equipment and software to identify faults and determine corrective actions.
• Perform repairs, validate completed work, and ensure equipment operates to specification.
• Accurately document diagnostic findings, repairs, and test results for payment processing and historical service records.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid South African driver’s license (essential).

Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification pathways:

Option 1: NATED Engineering Route

• National Senior Certificate (NSC / Matric – Grade 12), plus
• N3 Engineering Studies Certificate with the following subjects passed:
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering Science
  • Engineering Drawing
  • Diesel Trade Theory / Motor Trade Theory / Mechanotechnology
• N4 Engineering Studies Certificate with the following subjects passed:
  • Mathematics
  • Engineering Science
  • Mechanical Draughting
  • Mechanotechnics
• N6 Mechanical Engineering Certificate, with four subjects passed from:
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanotechnics
  • Mechanical Drawing and Design
  • Power Machines
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Physics
  • Strength of Materials
  • Supervisory Management

Option 2: NCV Route

• National Senior Certificate (NSC / Matric – Grade 12), plus
• NCV Level 4 (TVET College qualification) with the following subjects passed:
  • Engineering Process
  • Professional Engineering Practice
  • Applied Engineering Technology
  • Automotive Repair & Maintenance
  • Mathematics
  • English First Language
  • Life Skills
  • Computer Literacy

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