Genet Mineral Processing Engineering Learnerships

For young South Africans interested in becoming artisans, mining and mineral-processing learnerships provide an opportunity to turn technical studies into practical workplace skills. Trades such as electrical, fitting, boilermaking and diesel mechanics remain essential in environments where heavy machinery and processing equipment must be maintained safely and reliably.

Genet Mineral Processing is inviting unemployed youth to apply for Engineering Learnership opportunities across four trades: Electrician, Boilermaker, Fitter and Diesel Mechanic. Applicants need Grade 12 with at least 40% in Mathematics and Science, together with an N2 or higher qualification containing the relevant trade subjects. Preference applies to employee dependants and candidates from specified surrounding communities.

Genet Mineral Processing Engineering Learnerships: Quick Overview

• Company: Genet Mineral Processing
• Programme: Engineering / Artisan Learnerships
• Target group: Unemployed youth
• Trades: Electrician, Boilermaker, Fitter and Diesel Mechanic
• Minimum school qualification: Grade 12
• Mathematics: Minimum 40%
• Science: Minimum 40%
• Technical qualification: N2 or higher with relevant trade subjects
• Medical requirement: Must meet the required medical fitness standards
• Community preference: Applies to employee dependants and listed local communities
• Application method: Email

Engineering Trades Available

Applicants can apply for one of four artisan-development pathways:

• Electrical / Electrician
• Boilermaker
• Fitter / Mechanical Fitter
• Diesel Mechanic

Candidates should choose the trade that corresponds with their technical subjects and long-term career interests.

1. Electrician Learnership

The Electrical learnership is suitable for candidates interested in industrial electrical systems, electrical maintenance, motors, wiring and related equipment.

Minimum Requirements for Electrician

Candidates need:

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Mathematics with at least 40%
• Science with at least 40%
• N2 or higher
• Relevant electrical trade subjects
• Medical fitness for the mining environment

Relevant N-level subjects would normally include areas such as Electrical Trade Theory and applicable subjects such as Industrial Electronics or Engineering Drawing.

What Electrical Learners May Do

Learners can expect practical development involving:

• Assisting qualified electricians
• Electrical maintenance
• Inspecting electrical equipment
• Identifying faults
• Assisting with installations
• Wiring electrical systems
• Assisting with electrical repairs
• Testing circuits and equipment under supervision
• Preventative maintenance
• Using electrical tools and testing equipment
• Reporting faults and unsafe conditions
• Maintaining an organised workplace

Learners will also need to follow applicable isolation and lock-out procedures when working around electrical equipment.

2. Boilermaker Learnership

The Boilermaker pathway is suited to someone interested in working with metal, fabrication, welding and steel structures.

Minimum Requirements for Boilermaker

Applicants need:

• Grade 12
• Mathematics with at least 40%
• Science with at least 40%
• N2 or higher
• Relevant Boilermaker/Plater trade subjects
• Medical fitness

Relevant subjects may include:

• Plater/Boilermaker Trade Theory
• Plating & Structural Steel Drawing

Candidates should make their actual N-level subjects clearly visible when applying.

What Boilermaker Learners May Do

Practical activities can include:

• Assisting with steel fabrication
• Repairing steel structures
• Measuring and marking metal
• Cutting material according to drawings
• Assisting with welding
• Fabricating components
• Repairing chutes
• Working on tanks
• Repairing platforms and pipes
• Inspecting fabricated structures
• Using grinders and cutting equipment
• Using welding equipment safely
• Assisting with preventative maintenance

This pathway may particularly appeal to candidates who enjoy fabrication and working from technical drawings.

3. Fitter / Mechanical Fitter Learnership

The Fitter pathway focuses more heavily on mechanical machinery and equipment.

Minimum Requirements for Fitter

Candidates need:

• Grade 12
• Mathematics with at least 40%
• Science with at least 40%
• N2 or higher
• Relevant Fitting trade subjects
• Medical fitness

Relevant subjects include areas such as:

• Fitting Trade Theory
• Engineering Drawing

What Fitter Learners May Do

Learners can expect exposure to:

• Maintaining mining and processing machinery
• Assisting qualified artisans
• Assembling mechanical equipment
• Dismantling equipment
• Maintaining pumps
• Working with conveyors
• Maintaining gearboxes
• Assisting with rotating-equipment alignment
• Replacing bearings
• Replacing seals and mechanical components
• Lubricating machinery
• Identifying mechanical faults
• Using hand tools
• Using measuring instruments
• Planned maintenance
• Preventative maintenance

Safety procedures, including lock-out and isolation requirements, will also be important.

4. Diesel Mechanic Learnership

The Diesel Mechanic pathway is aimed at candidates interested in engines, mining vehicles and diesel-powered mobile equipment.

Minimum Requirements for Diesel Mechanic

Candidates need:

• Grade 12
• Mathematics with at least 40%
• Science with at least 40%
• N2 or higher
• Relevant Diesel/Motor trade subjects
• Medical fitness

Relevant N-level subjects include areas such as:

• Diesel/Motor Trade Theory
• Engineering Drawing

What Diesel Mechanic Learners May Do

Practical development includes exposure to:

• Diesel-powered mining equipment
• Equipment maintenance
• Diesel-engine repairs
• Engine inspections
• Mechanical fault identification
• Diesel-engine servicing
• Fuel systems
• Cooling systems
• Lubrication systems
• Air systems

This pathway is particularly relevant to candidates who want to work with heavy mobile equipment and diesel engines.

Which Trade Should You Choose?

Candidates shouldn’t simply apply for whichever trade sounds most likely to lead to employment.

Your technical qualification and career interests should guide your decision.

If you’re interested in electrical systems, motors and industrial electrical maintenance, consider Electrician.

If you enjoy welding, fabrication and steel structures, Boilermaker may be more appropriate.

If your interests are machinery, pumps, bearings, gearboxes and mechanical maintenance, consider Fitter.

If you want to work with diesel engines, mining vehicles and mobile equipment, Diesel Mechanic may be the better fit.

Most importantly, your N2/N3 subjects need to support the trade you’re applying for.

N2 or Higher Is Required

Candidates need an N2 or higher technical qualification containing subjects relevant to their chosen trade.

Applicants with N3 or higher qualifications shouldn’t assume that the higher level alone guarantees eligibility.

The subjects matter.

For example, an applicant for the Diesel Mechanic programme should have the relevant diesel/motor technical subjects, while someone applying for Electrical should have the appropriate electrical subjects.

Mathematics and Science Requirement

Applicants must have Grade 12 with:

Mathematics – minimum 40%
Science – minimum 40%

Candidates should check their actual academic results before applying rather than assuming that simply having Matric is sufficient.

Medical Fitness

Applicants must meet the required medical fitness standards.

This is particularly relevant because mining and engineering environments can involve:

• Heavy equipment
• Machinery
• Physical work
• Industrial environments
• Strict occupational health and safety requirements

Candidates may therefore be required to undergo the applicable medical assessment as part of the selection process.

Preference for Employee Dependants and Local Communities

Preference applies to employee dependants and residents of the specified communities.

The areas listed include:

• Phola
• Ogies
• Wilge
• Empumeleweni
• Witbank
• Balmoral
• Klipfontein Farm
• Arbor
• Kwaguqa (Witbank)
• Kendal
• Ackerville
• Lynnville
• Hlalanikahle (Witbank)
• Klarinet
• Bronkhorstspruit
• Kwamhlanga

Candidates from these communities should make sure their proof-of-residence documentation is included.

Documents Required

Applicants are instructed to submit a brief CV together with certified copies of the required supporting documents.

These include:

• South African ID
• Grade 12 certificate
• Relevant N2/N3 results
• Proof of residence
• Affidavit relating to proof of residence

Make sure documents are readable before emailing the application.

Thabang’s Tip

How to Apply for the Genet Engineering Learnerships

Candidates must submit a brief CV and certified copies of the required documents by email to:

[email protected]

Your email subject should clearly identify the trade you’re applying for.

For example:

Subject: Genet Learnership: Fitter Trade Learnership

Attach your:

• Brief CV
• Certified ID copy
• Grade 12 certificate
• N2/N3 or higher technical results
• Proof of residence
• Required affidavit

Before sending the email, check that your attachments open correctly and that the trade named in your subject line matches the qualification shown in your application.

For unemployed technical candidates with Grade 12 Mathematics and Science at 40% or higher and an appropriate N2 or higher qualification, the Genet learnerships provide an opportunity to pursue development in Electrical, Boilermaking, Fitting or Diesel Mechanics within the mining and mineral-processing environment.

Closing Date: 14 September 2026

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