The Western Cape Government in consultation with employers has identified the high in demand occupations that we need to meet the needs of the prioritised growth sectors in the Western Cape. We have identified 109 occupations across the five sectors and we now need employers to offer work place based learning opportunities within these professions.
Here is the list of the 109 occupations that are high in demand under the Apprenticeship Game Changer.
All our high in demand occupations are also found on the Department of National Higher Education and Training scarce skills list, which can be downloaded here.
Electrical Engineering Technician
Electric Substation Operations Manager
Energy Efficiency Technician
Electrician
Electrical Installation Inspector
Metal Machinist
Fitter and Turner
Integrated Manufacturing Line Process Control Technician
Wood Processing Control Technician
Fresh Produce Packing Controller
Food and Beverage Manufacturing Process Controller
Sugar Process Controller
Miller
Juice Extraction Process Controller
Grain Handling Controller
Chemical Waste Controller
Manufacturing Production Technicians
Agriculture Consultant
Agricultural Scientist
Forest Scientist
Food and Beverage Scientist
Biologist (General)
Biochemist
Biotechnologist
Botanist
Microbiologist
Millwright
Mechatronics Technician
Lift Mechanic
Weapon Systems Mechanic
Electrical Equipment Mechanic
Armature Winder
Transportation Electrician
Agricultural Farm Manager
Production / Operations Manager (Forestry)
Production / Operations Supervisor (Forestry)
Manufacturer
Production / Operations Manager (Manufacturing)
Engineering Manager
Manufacturing Quality Manager
Production / Operations Manager (Mining)
Mixed Crop Farm Production Manager / Foreman
Industrial Engineer
Industrial Engineering Technologist
Production Engineer
Production Engineering Technologist
Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineering Technologist
Quality Systems Manager
Sustainability Manager
Education or Training Advisor
Education or Training Reviewer
Quality Assurance Analyst (Computers)
Environmental and Occupational Health Inspector
Agricultural / Horticultural Produce Inspector
Aquaculture Produce Analyst
Safety Inspector
Research and Development Manager
Supply and Distribution Manager
Logistics Manager
Road Transport Manager
Warehouse Manager
Fleet Manager
Agricultural Technician
Architect
Boiler Maker
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineering Technologist
Civil Engineering Technician
Surveying or Cartographic Technician
Town Planning Technician
Conservation Scientist
Environmental Scientist
Earth and Soil Scientist
Air Pollution Analyst
Construction Project Manager
Project Builder
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineering Technologist
Electrical Engineering Technician
Electric Substation Operations Manager
Energy Efficiency Technician
Electrician
Electrical Installation Inspector
Avionics Mechanician
Radar Mechanic
Business Machine Mechanic
Electronic Equipment Mechanician
Instrument Mechanician
Special Class Electrician
Energy Engineer
Energy Engineering Technologist
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Impact and Restoration Analyst
Environmental Health Officer
Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHE&Q) Practitioner
Metal Machinist
Fitter and Turner
Integrated Manufacturing Line Process Control Technician
Manufacturing Production Technicians
Chemistry Technician
Radiation Control/ Nuclear Monitoring Technician
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Pressure Equipment Inspector
Metallurgical or Materials Technician
Non-Destructive Testing Technician (NDTT)
Geophysical Technician
Manufacturing Technician
Industrial Engineering Technician
Environmental Engineering Technician
Fossil Power Plant Process Controller
Hydro Power Plant Process Controller
Nuclear Power Plant Process Controller
Wind Turbine Power Plant Process Controller
Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Plant Process Controller
Weatherisation Installers and Technicians
Solar Photovoltaic Service Technician
Millwright
Mechatronics Technician
Lift Mechanic
Weapon Systems Mechanic
Electrical Equipment Mechanic
Armature Winder
Transportation Electrician
Pipe Fitter
Plumber
Solar Installer
Gas Practitioner
Fire Services Plumber
Plumbing Inspector
Heat Pump Installer
Park Ranger
Rigger
Cable and Rope Splicer
Water Plant Operator
Waste Materials Plant Operator
Water Process Controller
Water Process Controller
Water Quality Analyst
Welder
Fitter-welder
Gas Cutter
Sheet Metal Worker
Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video)
Sound Technician
Television Equipment Operator
Radio Station Operator
Production Assistant (Film, Television or Radio)
Computer Network and Systems Engineer
Network Analyst
Computer Network Technician
Database Designer and Administrator
Electronics Engineer
Electronics Engineering Technologist
Graphic Designer
Illustrator
Multimedia Designer
Web Designer
ICT Sales Representative
ICT Sales Assistant
ICT Trainer
ICT Business Development Manager
Chief Information Officer
ICT Project Manager
Data Management Manager
Application Development Manager
Information Technology Manager
Information Systems Director
Software Developer
Programmer Analyst
Developer Programmer
ICT Systems Analyst
Systems Administrator
Geographic Information Systems Technicians
Telecommunications Engineer
Telecommunications Engineering Technologist
Telecommunications Network Engineer
Telecommunications Field Engineer
Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist
Multimedia Specialist
Web Developer
Web Technician
Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
Refrigeration Mechanic
Automotive Motor Mechanic
Motorcycle Mechanic
Automotive Engine Mechanic
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
Mechanical Equipment Repairer
Vehicle Body Builder
Vehicle Trimmer
Boatbuilder and Repairer
Shipwright
Bricklayer
Carpenter and Joiner
Carpenter
Joiner
Crane or Hoist Operator
Cable Ferry Operator
Dredge Operator
Electrician
Electrical Installation Inspector
Metal Machinist
Fitter and Turner
Mechanical Fitter
Diesel Fitter
Small Engine Mechanic
Millwright
Mechatronics Technician
Lift Mechanic
Weapon Systems Mechanic
Electrical Equipment Mechanic
Armature Winder
Transportation Electrician
Pipe Fitter
Plumber
Solar Installer
Gas Practitioner
Fire Services Plumber
Plumbing Inspector
Heat Pump Installer
Diesel Mechanic
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Tractor Mechanic
Forklift Mechanic
Lubrication Equipment Mechanic
Rigger
Cable and Rope Splicer
Toolmaker
Gunsmith
Locksmith
Patternmaker
Master Toolmaker
Die Sinker
Welder
Fitter-welder
Gas Cutter
Confectionary Baker
Pastry Cook
Confectionery Maker
Bakery and Confectionary Products Machine Operator
Food Trade Assistant
Bicycle Mechanic
Non-motorised Transport Equipment Repairer
Café (Licensed) or Restaurant Manager
Licensed Club Manager
Catering Production Manager
Chef
Hotel Service Manager
Housekeeping Service Manager
Commercial Housekeeper
Conservation Scientist
Environmental Scientist
Earth and Soil Scientist
Air Pollution Analyst
Cook
Electrician
Electrical Installation Inspector
Agriculture Consultant
Agricultural Scientist
Forest Scientist
Wine Maker
Food and Beverage Scientist
Waiter
Cafe Worker
Bar Attendant
Barista
Park Ranger
Hotel or Motel Receptionist
Enquiry Clerk
Receptionist (General)
Medical Receptionist
Sales and Marketing Manager
Sales Manager
Director of Marketing
Interactive and Direct Marketing Strategist
Customer Service Manager
Small Business Manager
Office Manager
Operations Manager (Non Manufacturing)
Operations Foreman (Non Manufacturing)
Fitness Instructor
Outdoor Adventure Guide
Caving Guide
Gallery or Museum Guide
Tour Guide
Tourist Information Officer
Travel Consultant
Water Quality Analyst