Bindery Apprentice Opporturnities - Paarl Media

Closing Date: 2019/02/21
Department: Print Production Bindery
Location: Johannesburg
Province: Gauteng

Overview 

Paarl Media Gauteng, a division of Novus Holdings, seeks to appoint a Bindery Apprentice to join the Bindery team. The programme will cover binding, folding, guillotine and stitching. Successful candidates will earn a monthly stipend whilst completing this programme. The programme consist of 4 - 5 months facilitated theoretical training at the Novus Academy (in Cape Town), followed by approximately 26 - 30 months core experiential training at the Johannesburg entity. This is in preparation of the respective trade tests.

Key Duties & Responsibilities 

• The successful applicants will be contracted as apprentices through FP&M SETA for the duration of training
• Phase 1: Complete approximately 4-5 months theoretical training at the Novus Academy, Western Cape
• Phase 2: Complete approximately 26-30 months at Paarl Media Gauteng entity for the core experiential component of the training
• There is no contractual obligation with regards to permanent placement after completion of the apprenticeship programme

Educational Requirements 

• Grade 12

Experience Requirements 

• A technical foundation would be advantageous
• Previous shift work experience advantageous

Skills & Competencies 

• Must be self-driven and self-motivated together with a passion for the printing industry
• Good communication skills, with a good attitude towards working as a team
• Proficiency in English (all course material is in English)
• Willingness to work shifts
• A technical interest or demonstrated technical aptitude would be an advantage

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