PE TVET COLLEGE AND PLASCON STRENGTHEN INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP
Port Elizabeth TVET College is proud to announce that it has successfully signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Plascon, marking a significant milestone in strengthening industry collaboration and expanding opportunities for student development and employability.
Through this collaboration, Plascon will support the College in creating valuable opportunities in the following areas:
- Internships and Apprenticeships
- Learnerships
- Workplace-Based Learning (WPBL)
- Lecturer Support and Development
- Entrepreneurship Support
- Employment Opportunities, subject to available vacancies at Plascon.
On Tuesday, 13 October 2026, Mr Ngameli and his team of facilitators from Iqhayiya Campus visited Plascon as part of the College’s ongoing efforts to strengthen industry partnerships. This strategic partnership represents an important step towards bridging the gap between classroom learning and industry requirements. By strengthening the link between education and the workplace, the collaboration aims to enhance students’ practical skills, improve their workplace readiness, and provide valuable exposure to real-world industry practices.
The partnership also creates opportunities for knowledge-sharing, lecturer development, entrepreneurship, and aligning training with industry needs. Through these initiatives, students will be better positioned to transition from education into employment, while the College and Plascon work together to contribute to skills development and economic growth.
PE TVET College looks forward to building a sustainable and impactful relationship with Plascon that will empower students, strengthen vocational education, and contribute to developing a skilled workforce for the future.
PE TVET COLLEGE SIGNS MOU WITH HEAT EXCHANGE MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL
PE TVET College visited Heat Exchange Mechanical and Electrical on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, for an engagement aimed at formalising collaboration between the two organisations. The engagement culminated in the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between PE TVET College and Heat Exchange Mechanical and Electrical.
The engagement was initiated by Mr Ngameli, Acting Senior: Occupational Programmes, and focused on establishing opportunities for the placement of the College’s cohorts and apprentices to gain valuable workplace exposure and practical experience, while developing the skills and competencies required for the workforce.
Through the partnership, apprentices enrolled in the Electrical, Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Plumbing and Millwright programmes will have opportunities to gain practical workplace experience. Furthermore, students who have completed their studies in Human Resource Management, Management Assistant, Financial Management, Office Administration, Safety in Society and Business Management will be considered for workplace exposure and potential employment opportunities.
PE TVET College sincerely appreciates the successful conclusion and signing of the MOU with Heat Exchange Mechanical and Electrical. This partnership represents an important step towards strengthening collaboration between the College and industry, while creating meaningful opportunities for students and apprentices to acquire practical skills and enhance their employability.
PE TVET College remains committed to nurturing and sustaining this strategic partnership and looks forward to strengthening the collaboration over the next five years, to the mutual benefit of both organisations and the students they serve
PORT ELIZABETH TVET COLLEGE SIGNS MOA WITH BAIC FOR LEARNER PLACEMENT
We are pleased to announce that the college has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with BAIC, marking a significant milestone in advancing opportunities for student development and workplace exposure. The agreement was officially signed on Monday, 18 May 2026, at the BAIC premises in Gqeberha. This partnership was initiated through Mr. Siseko Ngameli.
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration between education and industry, with a strong focus on enhancing the employability of our College learners.
Through this partnership, BAIC will provide structured placement opportunities for learners, enabling them to gain valuable practical experience within a real-world automotive manufacturing environment. This initiative aligns with the College’s ongoing mission to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and workplace readiness.
The signing of this MOA not only reinforces the College’s dedication to building sustainable industry partnerships but also opens doors for learners to develop critical skills, industry insight, and professional networks that will support their future careers.
Port Elizabeth TVET College looks forward to a fruitful and impactful collaboration with BAIC, as both institutions work together to empower learners and contribute meaningfully to skills development within the region.
PEC VISIT BAIC
On Tuesday, 3 March 2026, staff from the College visited BAIC Automobile SA to engage in initial discussions regarding a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and to explore opportunities for collaboration between both organisations.
The purpose of the visit was to lay the foundation for a mutually beneficial partnership between PE TVET College and BAIC Automotive SA. Discussions focused on outlining the process for placing students for Work-Based Experience at the BAIC Automotive SA facility, as well as presenting the College’s Occupational and Business Studies programmes that may be of benefit to the company.
The College was represented by Mr Pretorius, Mr Ngameli and Mr Barry from the Iqhayiya Campus, Ms Ntshona-Flepisi from the Partnership & Linkages Department, and members of the Marketing Team.
The meeting was productive, and both parties expressed their commitment to pursuing a sustainable and mutually beneficial partnership.
Port Elizabeth TVET College is proud to announce that it has successfully signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Plascon, marking a significant milestone in strengthening industry collaboration and expanding opportunities for student development and employability.
On Tuesday, 13 October 2026, Mr Ngameli and his team of facilitators from Iqhayiya Campus visited Plascon as part of the College’s ongoing efforts to strengthen industry partnerships. This strategic partnership represents an important step towards bridging the gap between classroom learning and industry requirements. By strengthening the link between education and the workplace, the collaboration aims to enhance students’ practical skills, improve their workplace readiness, and provide valuable exposure to real-world industry practices.
PE TVET College visited Heat Exchange Mechanical and Electrical on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, for an engagement aimed at formalising collaboration between the two organisations. The engagement culminated in the successful signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between PE TVET College and Heat Exchange Mechanical and Electrical.
We are pleased to announce that the college has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with BAIC, marking a significant milestone in advancing opportunities for student development and workplace exposure. The agreement was officially signed on Monday, 18 May 2026, at the BAIC premises in Gqeberha. This partnership was initiated through Mr. Siseko Ngameli.
