Applications for the LH Marthinusen Apprenticeship Programme 2027 close on 15 November 2026. If you have N2 or NCV Level 4 with four trade-related subjects, this is the time to check your options and prepare your application.
What Is the LH Marthinusen Apprenticeship Programme?
LH Marthinusen, a division of ACTOM Pty Ltd, is recruiting apprentices for its 2027 intake. The programme provides structured technical training for people who want to qualify as artisans.
The apprenticeship runs for four years. It combines practical workplace learning with technical development in engineering environments.
Training is aligned with the requirements of the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority, known as merSETA. It includes preparation for the trade test linked to your chosen field.
- Company: LH Marthinusen, a division of ACTOM Pty Ltd
- Programme: Apprenticeship Programme 2027 Intake
- Duration: Four years
- Trades: Armature Winder, Electrician, Welder, and Fitter and Turner
- Minimum qualification: N2 or NCV Level 4
- Contract: Limited-duration contract
- Application method: Online through the official recruitment forms
- Opening date: 1 October 2026
- Closing date: 15 November 2026
- Closing time: Not specified
The number of positions, reference number, stipend and salary have not been stated. The available opportunity information was last updated on 4 November 2026.
Successful applicants will receive limited-duration contracts. Permanent employment may be considered after the apprenticeship, but it is not promised or guaranteed.
Who Can Apply?
You must meet the stated academic entry requirements before applying. A general Matric certificate on its own does not replace the required technical qualification.
- You must have an N2 qualification or NCV Level 4.
- You must have completed at least four subjects related to your chosen trade.
- You must provide the percentage obtained for each relevant subject.
The online form includes several technical subject options. You do not need to have completed every subject on this list. You must select at least four completed subjects that are relevant to the trade you choose.
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Engineering Drawing
- Electrical Trade Theory
- Industrial Electronics
- Fitting and Machining
- Welding Theory
- Electrotechnics
- Strength of Materials or Structure
Many applicants are unsure whether their subjects match a specific trade. Compare your academic record with the trade requirements before completing the form. Enter your results exactly as they appear on your official record.
Preference Conditions
LH Marthinusen may give preference to applicants from the following areas:
- Volksrust
- Amersfoort
- Witbank, also known as eMalahleni
- Middelburg
- Delmas
- Lephalale
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. They may receive preference under the company’s Employment Equity Plan.
These are preference conditions. The available information does not say that applicants from other areas are excluded.
Available Apprenticeship Trades
The 2027 intake offers training in four artisan trades. Choose the option that matches your qualification, completed subjects and career interests.
Armature Winder
This trade focuses on rotating electrical machinery, including motors and generators. You may learn about electrical windings, motor components and electromechanical equipment.
You need N2 or NCV Level 4 with four completed subjects relevant to armature winding.
Electrician
The Electrician trade covers electrical systems, equipment and technical maintenance. It is intended for applicants interested in industrial electrical work.
You need N2 or NCV Level 4 with four completed subjects related to the electrical trade.
Welder
This trade develops practical skills in metal joining, fabrication and industrial workshop work. Apprentices work towards the technical and practical abilities needed in the welding trade.
You need N2 or NCV Level 4 with four completed subjects relevant to welding.
Fitter and Turner
This trade covers mechanical fitting, machining and the maintenance of engineering equipment. It may suit you if you are interested in mechanical workshops and industrial engineering.
You need N2 or NCV Level 4 with four completed subjects relevant to fitting and turning.
What You Will Gain
The programme offers a structured path towards qualification in your selected artisan trade. It is an apprenticeship, not a short-term internship.
Your training may include:
- Practical engineering workshop activities
- Safe use of tools and technical equipment
- Workplace health and safety procedures
- Work involving relevant electrical or mechanical systems
- Applying technical knowledge in an industrial setting
- Preparation for the relevant trade test
Training may take place in LH Marthinusen workshops and relevant industrial or power-station environments. The exact arrangement will depend on the programme and placement.
Application Branches
Separate application forms are available for four branches:
- Johannesburg: Gauteng
- Durban: KwaZulu-Natal
- Cape Town: Western Cape
- Phalaborwa: Limpopo
Selecting a branch on the form does not guarantee that your training will take place there. Consider whether you would be able to travel or relocate if your final placement is different.
Documents You Need
The official online application form requires an updated CV. Your CV must be uploaded in Word or PDF format.
You must also upload the supporting documents requested in the form. LH Marthinusen has not separately listed every certificate required or confirmed whether copies must be certified.
The form asks for your completed technical subjects and the percentage you achieved in each one. Keep your academic record nearby so that you can enter accurate information.
Make sure every uploaded file is readable and uses an accepted format. Unclear documents or incomplete results can make it difficult for the recruitment team to assess your application.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through LH Marthinusen’s official recruitment forms. Separate forms are provided for Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town and Phalaborwa.
The original opportunity information identifies the official application option as LH Marthinusen Johannesburg Apprenticeship Application, but it does not include the web address. Use LH Marthinusen’s official recruitment website to access the correct branch form.
- Open the official application form for your chosen branch.
- Enter your personal details and contact information.
- Select one apprenticeship trade.
- Provide information about your educational institution.
- Select at least four completed technical subjects relevant to your trade.
- Enter the percentage achieved for every selected subject.
- Complete all required declarations.
- Upload your CV in Word or PDF format.
- Upload the supporting documents requested on the form.
- Review your details and submit the completed application.
Only applications submitted through the official online forms will be accepted. Do not pay an application, registration or placement fee. Legitimate apprenticeship applications do not require these payments.
Submit only one application. LH Marthinusen warns applicants not to apply across several branches or trades. Multiple submissions will not improve your chance of being selected.
What Happens After You Apply?
Applications close on 15 November 2026. No closing time has been provided, so it is sensible to submit before the final day.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews and further assessments. Selection may be competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview or apprenticeship place.
If you do not receive a response within six weeks after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
Tips to Improve Your Application
- Check your qualification: Confirm that you have N2 or NCV Level 4, not only a general Matric certificate.
- Match your subjects: Choose a trade that relates to at least four technical subjects you have completed.
- Enter correct marks: Copy each percentage carefully from your academic record.
- Choose one branch and trade: Do not send applications to several branches or select different trades.
- Check your CV format: Upload your updated CV as a Word or PDF file.
- Review your documents: Make sure every file is clear, readable and complete.
- Submit through the official website: Avoid unofficial forms and people asking for payment.
Many applicants struggle with incomplete forms, missing subject marks or choosing a trade that does not match their studies. Take time to review every compulsory field before submitting.
Your Next Steps
Start by checking your N2 or NCV Level 4 subjects against the four available trades. Choose the branch and trade that best match your qualifications, then prepare your CV and supporting documents.
Complete one official online application before 15 November 2026. A careful and accurate application cannot guarantee selection, but it gives the employer the information needed to assess you fairly