About the Apprenticeship
Structured 6-month apprenticeship for two welding graduates to develop into fully qualified welders on WAR's INUMAT minigrid, borehole, and filtration projects. You will work alongside experienced welders on real jobs - tank stands, filter housings, borehole caps, pipe supports.
Location & transport: Based at the Rwamagana facility — WAR's warehouse and workshops. WAR provides company-facilitated daily transport in the morning from HQ Nyamirambo (Kigali) to the facility, and in the evening back to HQ. No commute cost to you.
Career path: Apprentices who consistently exceed expectations throughout the 6 months may be promoted to Junior Welding Officer with the full Officer-level package. Apprentices who do not meet that bar will not be retained.
Who We're Looking For
- Education: TVET diploma or certificate in Welding, Metal Fabrication, or Mechanical Engineering (RTB/WDA-recognised institution).
- Experience: Recent graduate (0-1 year) or about-to-graduate within 3 months.
- Trade Foundation: Practical exposure to arc welding (SMAW). Bonus for MIG/MAG, TIG, plasma cutting, or work with galvanised or stainless steel.
- Field Ready: Willing to travel to rural minigrid and borehole sites for installation and repair work.
Key Result Areas
- Structural welding & fabrication - Tank stands, filter housings, borehole caps, pipe supports to WAR quality specifications.
- Workshop safety -PPE, ventilation, fire-safety, clean bay every shift.
- Field installation - Travel to sites to install and repair welded assemblies.
- Equipment care — Basic troubleshooting and maintenance of welding machines, grinders, cutting tools.
Apprenticeship Terms (fixed — non-negotiable)
- Duration: 6 months from start date
- Monthly Stipend: RWF 150,000 net take-home / month
- Other Benefits During Apprenticeship: None
At Successful Completion
- Promotion to Junior Welding Officer (full package) — only for apprentices who consistently exceed expectations
- If Performance Bar Not Met Apprentice not retained at end of 6 months
How to Apply
Send the following to: hr@wateraccess.rw Subject: Application: Welding Apprentice - (Your Full Name)
- Your CV (with at least two contactable references)
- A short cover letter (max one page) covering: license categories you hold, the most challenging trip you have completed, and why you want to drive for Water Access Rwanda
- A copy of your driving license (front and back) is appreciated
Note: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a practical driving test, a Kinyarwanda highway-code interview, and our standard bribe-test screening before any offer is made.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Women drivers are strongly encouraged to apply.
