Learnerships

Kopanang Gold Mine is inviting suitably qualified South African candidates from selected local communities to apply for its Engineering Artisan Development and Learnership Programme 2026. The opportunity is aimed at individuals who want to develop practical engineering skills and work towards artisan trade certification through structured technical training and workplace experience. The programme offers opportunities in Rigging, Electrician, Boilermaker and Diesel Mechanic, with a Government Certificate of Competency pathway also listed in the advertisement. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipendwhile completing the required theoretical, practical and workplace training components. Applications are open to eligible candidates residing in the Matlosana Local Municipality, Viljoenskroon, Rammulotsi and Vierfontein areas. The closing date is 12 October 2026 at midnight, making it important for interested applicants to prepare their documents and submit their applications before the deadline. About the Kopanang Gold Mine Engineering Artisan Learnership Programme The programme is designed to provide participants with an opportunity to acquire the practical workplace experience, technical knowledge and competencies required to progress towards artisan trade certification. Successful applicants will be placed in a structured training programme that follows the applicable requirements of the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA). The training will incorporate three important components: The duration of the programme will be determined by the relevant QCTO and MQA requirements. The advertisement does not specify a fixed number of training months or years. Engineering Learnership Fields Available Kopanang Gold Mine lists the following opportunities. 1. Rigging The Rigging pathway is relevant to candidates interested in technical work involving lifting and handling equipment and loads within an engineering or mining environment. 2. Electrician The Electrician pathway is aimed at candidates interested in developing electrical trade competencies. 3. Boilermaker The Boilermaker pathway is relevant to candidates interested in metal fabrication, manufacturing and engineering assembly work. 4. Diesel Mechanic The Diesel Mechanic pathway is intended for candidates interested in mechanical maintenance and diesel-powered equipment. 5. Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) The advertisement also lists Government Certificate of Competency among the available opportunities. However, the supplied information does not explain the specific GCC pathway, its additional eligibility requirements or whether it follows the same artisan training structure as the listed trades. Candidates interested in this opportunity should verify the specific requirements in the official application form. Who Can Apply? Eligible Communities Kopanang Gold Mine specifically invites candidates residing in the following areas: Applicants must provide proof of residence. The geographical requirement is important because the opportunity is directed towards the communities identified in the advertisement. 18.1 and 18.2 Learnership Categories The advertisement identifies two categories: 18.1 – Mine Employees This category is designated for mine employees. 18.2 – Community This category is designated for community applicants. Candidates should select the appropriate category when completing the official application. Minimum Qualification Requirements Applicants must have a Matric / Grade 12 Certificate and meet the stated technical qualification requirements. The advertisement specifies a minimum of: The relevant technical studies must include: These subjects must be relevant to the specific learnership or engineering trade for which the candidate is applying. Important: 50% Subject Requirement Kopanang Gold Mine requires that: At least two of the required subjects must have been passed with 50% or above. This does not mean that applicants need 50% in every listed subject. However, at least two of the required subjects must meet the stated 50% threshold. Candidates should check their academic records carefully before applying. South African Citizenship Requirement Applicants must be South African citizens. A certified copy of a valid South African identity document is required as part of the application. Age Requirement: Preferably 18–35 Years … Read more

Electrical Engineering graduates and final-year students can apply for the Hatch Intern Programme 2026, an early-career opportunity designed to expose young engineers to complex engineering projects in South Africa and internationally. Hatch is looking for candidates studying towards or holding a BSc or BEng in Electrical Engineering, with an academic average of at least 65% and no more than 12 … Read more

Candidates interested in developing practical tyre-fitting and vehicle-service skills can apply for the Bridgestone Tyre Serviceman Learnership. The opportunity provides hands-on exposure to tyre fitting, wheel removal and installation, tyre and tube repairs, rim inspections, tyre-pressure maintenance and the safe operation of tyre-handling equipment. Applicants need a Grade 12 National Certificate and a valid South African Code 08 … Read more

Engineering students who need practical workplace experience to complete their qualifications can apply for the Nestlé Engineering In-Service Trainee opportunity. Nestlé is offering a 12-month Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme within its Engineering Team, giving students an opportunity to turn their academic studies into practical experience within a global food and beverage business. The programme is specifically aimed … Read more

Transnet is offering a Trainee Controller Learnership for candidates interested in developing technical skills within South Africa’s petroleum pipeline environment. Unlike a conventional office-based controller position, this programme involves training on specialised pipeline equipment and operational systems used to move petroleum products safely and efficiently through the pipeline network. The Trainee Controller will be developed across areas … Read more

Northam Platinum’s Booysendal operation is offering new Learnership (18.2) opportunities for 2026, creating training pathways for candidates interested in mining, mineral processing and engineering-related careers. Three programmes are available: Mining, Metallurgy and Auto Electrician, each carrying its own reference number and qualification requirements. The opportunities are particularly important for candidates trying to enter the mining sector through … Read more

For engineering students who have completed their theoretical studies but still need workplace-based P1 and P2 training to meet their academic requirements, finding the right placement can be one of the final hurdles before completing a qualification. The CSIR, in partnership with CHIETA, is offering Work Integrated Learning opportunities in Pretoria specifically for students who need this … Read more

For engineering graduates, completing a qualification is only the beginning of the transition into professional practice. The next challenge is applying engineering theory to live equipment, production systems, process performance and operational problems where decisions have real consequences. Manufacturing environments can provide exactly that kind of exposure, particularly for graduates interested in understanding how engineering … Read more

Qualifying as an artisan is an important achievement, but newly trade-tested candidates can still face the challenge of building enough workplace experience to compete for permanent artisan positions. Transnet’s latest Work Integrated Learning opportunity is designed specifically for this stage of a young artisan’s career, giving recently qualified carpenters structured exposure to real maintenance and … Read more

For newly qualified plumbers, completing a trade test is a major milestone, but securing meaningful workplace experience after qualification can still be difficult. Transnet’s latest Work Integrated Learning opportunity is designed specifically for that transition: it targets young people who have already completed their apprenticeship and qualified with a trade test but have very limited … Read more