Learnership Opportunities offer a valuable opportunity for unemployed youth who want to gain accredited training and practical experience within the construction and agricultural sectors. Learnership Opportunities are suitable for young people who are motivated to develop workplace skills, strengthen their employability, and gain hands-on industry knowledge through structured learnership programmes. These programmes aim to support youth development and skills upliftment within the Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality. Successful applicants will participate in a 12-month learnership programme starting in June 2026, where they will receive both theoretical and practical training in Building and Civil Construction or Mixed Farming Systems.
Position Details
- Programme: MRTT Learnership Opportunity
- Company: Mpumalanga Regional Training Trust (MRTT)
- Employment Type: 12-Month Learnership
- Location: Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality, Mpumalanga
- Training Start Date: 8 June 2026
- Number of Beneficiaries: 66
- Closing Date: 29 May 2026
Learnership Programmes Available
Building and Civil Construction NQF Level 3 – Painting
- Venue: Wakkerstroom Community Hall
- Positions Available: 22
Building and Civil Construction NQF Level 3 – Carpentry
- Venue: Volksrust Community Hall
- Positions Available: 22
Mixed Farming Systems NQF Level 2 – Plant and Animal Production
- Venue: Amersfoort Community Hall
- Positions Available: 22
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for Learnership Opportunities, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old
- Minimum qualification of Grade 11
- Must live within the identified municipality areas
- Willingness to complete the full learnership programme
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Interest in construction, agriculture, or skills development
- Must submit all required supporting documents
Skills Required
Candidates applying for Learnership Opportunities should possess the following skills and competencies:
- Communication skills
- Teamwork abilities
- Willingness to learn
- Practical and technical interest
- Time management skills
- Reliability and commitment
- Physical fitness for practical work
- Problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude
Key Duties And Responsibilities
Learnership Opportunities duties include the following:
- Attend theoretical and practical training sessions
- Gain hands-on experience in construction or farming systems
- Participate in all scheduled learning activities
- Complete assessments and practical assignments
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures
- Work effectively within a team environment
- Develop technical and industry-related skills
- Maintain professionalism throughout the programme
Why Apply
Learnership Opportunities provide unemployed youth with practical skills training and workplace exposure within growing industries.
Benefits Include:
- Accredited training opportunities
- Practical workplace experience
- Improved employability skills
- Exposure to construction and agricultural industries
- Community-based learning opportunities
- Career development for unemployed youth
Important Information
- Applications are only open to youth living within the identified municipality areas
- Certified supporting documents must be submitted
- Incomplete applications may not be considered
- The learnership programme will run for 12 months
- Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted
How To Apply
Applications can be submitted to the following administration units:
- Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality – Wakkerstroom Administration Unit
- Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality – Volksrust Administration Unit
- Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality – Amersfoort Administration Unit