The Welding & Mechanical Academy of Choice
Being of Service to the Nation By Providing Comprehensive Training
About Us
Masiqhame Trading 81 CC trading as Kim’s Training Academy (KTA) being 100% black, jointly owned male and female company is a level 3 contributor to Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE). The company qualifies for tenders and training contracts under the Previously Disadvantaged Individuals (PDI) clauses of procurement legislation.
The organizational culture is one of learning and development, traits that will ultimately guarantee the success of the organization.
Kim’s Training Academy (KTA) specializes in providing welding and mechanical related training. KTA is widely recognized as a “South African Welding School of Choice.”
Based in the South Durban Basin, KTA enjoys a longstanding partnership with the community and engineering sector. Within this space KTA equips the community and the labour force with skills to function and serve the industry that impacts their lives. This we view as a strategic partnership, one of mutual benefit to all stakeholders.
KTA Accreditations
KTA’s is committed to service excellence and ongoing improvement. In this regard we are fully accredited with
QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations)
merSETA (Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Seta)
SAIW (Southern African Institute of Welding) (Accreditation Underway)
KTA is a place for those seeking a basic introduction; veteran tradespersons; and manufacturing leaders.
We constantly strive to remain industry relevant, competitive and a step ahead in terms of our quality and performance.
Company Vision
To be the Welding and Mechanical Academy Choice.
Company Mission
Provide the most effective training that equips learners for industry and that the training experience is so relevant to industry that learners are immediately employable and are productive to their employers from day 1 of employment.
Company Values
KTA commits to honesty and transparency, trust, and integrity in all our dealings. We place the needs of the client and learner above all else. Our commitment to customer service and service excellence is total.
Quality Policy Statement
The Directors of Masiqhame Trading 81 CC are committed to a policy of total quality and excellence in everything we do. We shall ensure that this policy as well as ISO 9001 based quality systems are reviewed on a regular basis for continual improvement and that this is understood, accepted, implemented, and maintained throughout the organization.
Masiqhame Trading 81 CC shall provide the best training. We will strive to satisfy all learners and clients by being consistent and continually improving our Quality Management System (QMS).
In fulfillment of this policy Masiqhame Trading 81 CC shall ensure that training is provided to meet their intended purpose and performance criteria in accordance with industry requirements.
All courses offered will be quality assured by Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO); the Manufacturing and Engineering Industries and Related Services Sector Education Training Authorities (MERSETA); Learner, Education, Training and Quality Assurance (LETQA) division. Courses will therefore fall within the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) and in accordance with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) requirements.
People, Training & Industry
KTA offers multiple opportunities to:
- Work with a highly trained and qualified welding team of instructors, facilitators, assessors, and moderators – who are constantly committed to your success
- Learn and practice welding and other training in a safe and supportive environment
- Network with students and industry professionals
- Build yourself a future in the industry
The South Durban Basin, where we are located, comprises of heavy industry close to residential areas. The area is considered the economic hub of KwaZulu-Natal, contributing substantially to its GDP. Key industries include two oil refineries, a paper and pulp plant, sugar refinery, chemical industries, the busiest port in Africa and various medium to smaller industry.
Improved welding and related expertise advances fabrication capabilities and this helps industry build a better world.
