Engineering Learnerships at Valterra Platinum offers an exciting opportunity for unemployed South Africans who want to build a career in the mining and engineering industry. This artisan learnership programme is ideal for individuals who have completed the required engineering qualifications and are eager to gain practical workplace experience while working towards a nationally recognised artisan qualification. Successful learners will receive structured off-the-job and workplace training across various engineering disciplines.
Position Details
- Company: Valterra Platinum
- Programme: Engineering Learnership Programme 2027 (18.2 Unemployed)
- Employment Type: Learnerships
- Industry: Mining / Engineering
- Business Unit: Africa – Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)
- Location: Amandelbult Operations, South Africa
- Duration: Learnership Programme
- Salary: Learnership Allowance (where applicable)
- Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants for the Engineering Learnerships should have:
- Grade 12 (Matric) with:
- Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) – minimum 40%
- Physical Science – minimum 40%
- English – minimum 40%
- N2 or higher qualification with all four required subjects passed for the relevant engineering trade
OR - NCV Level 4 in the relevant trade with all subjects passed (minimum 40%)
- South African ID
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of all relevant qualifications
- Proof of residence stamped by the relevant municipality or tribal authority (for host community applicants)
Available Learnerships
The programme includes opportunities in the following trades:
- Electrician (2)
- Boilermaker (3)
- Mechanical Fitter (4)
- Diesel Mechanic (2)
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic (2)
- Measurement Control & Instrumentation (1)
- Auto Electrician (1)
- Millwright (2)
- Rigger (2)
Skills Required
Successful candidates for the Engineering Learnerships should demonstrate:
- Technical aptitude
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Time management
- Mechanical reasoning
- Analytical thinking
- Adaptability
- Accountability
- Work ethic
- Commitment to quality
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful learners for the Engineering Learnerships will:
- Complete structured classroom and workplace training
- Participate in practical engineering activities
- Learn trade-specific technical skills
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures
- Complete assessments and practical evaluations
- Work alongside experienced artisans and mentors
- Develop the competencies required to qualify as an artisan
- Maintain accurate training records
- Adhere to company policies and programme requirements
Why Apply
Joining Valterra Platinum offers you the opportunity to:
- Earn a nationally recognised artisan qualification
- Gain valuable hands-on mining industry experience
- Learn from experienced engineering professionals
- Build a strong foundation for a long-term engineering career
- Work for one of the world’s leading platinum producers
- Develop technical and workplace skills in a professional environment
Important Information
- Closing Date: 31 August 2026
- This is an 18.2 Unemployed Learnership Programme.
- Applicants must submit all required supporting documents.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Preference will be given to applicants from host communities.