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Job Description    

• Novus Print: Montague Gardens is currently seeking applicants for the 2025 apprenticeship programme which will commence in January 2026. Apprenticeships in the following trades (Lithography Press, Electronic Pre-Press, Mechanised Bookbinding, Gravure Press, Sheetfed Press) are available. The programme consists of 36 months of facilitated theoretical and experiential training. This is in preparation of the respective trade tests.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• The successful applicants will be contracted with the employer and the FP&M SETA for the duration of the training.
• Phase 1: Complete approximately 3-4 months theoretical training at the academy.
• Phase 2-4: Complete approximately 26-30 months at Novus Print for the core experiential component of the training.
• The three-year apprenticeship consists of core theoretical training with the academy and Printing SA.
• There is no contractual obligation with regards to permanent placement in the respective trade after successful completion of the apprenticeship programme.

Educational Requirements    

• Grade 12 certificate with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
• Mathematical Literacy with a pass rate of 50% (Please attach matric certificate or latest results)
• A technical foundation would be advantageous                             
• Experience Requirements    
• A technical foundation would be advantageous

Skills and Competencies    

• Proficiency in English (all course material is in English).
• Willingness to work shifts.
• Exceptional colour perception.
• A technical interest or demonstrated technical aptitude would be an advantage.

Deadline:17th July,2025

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Job Description    

• The Novus Print division has a proud legacy, which includes the highest level of manufacturing excellence, first mover in new technology and solutions-orientated offerings. The team is exceptionally strong and is seasoned in standardisation and optimisation of processes, able to adapt quickly to change and most importantly solid in its culture and values.
• Novus Print: Montague Gardens is currently seeking to permanently appoint an individual, with knowledge and experience in an FMCG printing environment to take on the role of a Lithography Web Offset Printer to operate machinery within the Press Department. The successful incumbent will report to the Shift Leader - Press.

Key Duties and Responsibilities    

• Responsible for preparation, running (printing of magazines and commercial work), fault finding of Web Offset printing presses.
• Colour and registration control of Web Offset printing presses.
• Operate the printing press at set production rates and standards.
• Preventative maintenance
• Maintain general health and safety standards in the production environment
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained

Educational Requirements    

• Matric or equivalent
• A relevant trade qualification In Lithography Web Offset or similar

Experience Requirements    

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience and expertise in a press web offset environment
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role

Skills and Competencies    

• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated
• Aptitude for problem solving, along with an attention to detail
• Stress tolerant and deadline driven
• Computer Literate
• Time management
• Excellent production output

Deadline:22nd July,2025