Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnership Programme 2027 Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

Valterra Platinum is inviting applications for its Engineering Learnership Programme for 2027. This is a unique opportunity for unemployed South Africans to gain valuable hands-on experience and expand their technical knowledge within the exciting mining industry.

The programme is structured to provide comprehensive training, including both off-the-job and practical workplace experience. Successful completion will lead to a nationally recognised Artisan qualification, opening doors to a fulfilling career in engineering.

Available learnership opportunities include: Electrician, Boilermaker, Mechanical Fitter, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Measurement Control & Instrumentation, Auto Electrical, Millwright, and Rigger.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for the Engineering Learnership Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate with a minimum 40% pass in:
• Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy)
• Physical Science
• English
• OR N2 Certificate or higher with all four subjects passed, including:
• Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Plus specific subjects as per the chosen discipline:
• Boilermaker: Plating/Welders Theory and Plating Structural & Steelwork Drawings.
• Electrical: Electrical Trade Theory and Industrial Electronics, or Engineering Drawings.
• Diesel Mechanic: Diesel or Motor Trade Theory and Engineering Drawings.
• Mechanical Fitter: Fitting Trade Theory and Engineering Drawings.
• Instrument Mechanician: Instrument Trade Theory and Industrial Electronics.
• Auto Electrician: Motor Electrical Trade Theory and Industrial Electronics.
• Millwright: Electrical and Fitting Trade Theories, Engineering Drawings or Industrial Electronics.
• Rigger: Rigger Trade Theory and Engineering Theory.
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic: Diesel or Motor Trade Theory and Engineering Drawings.
• OR NCV Level 4 Certificate in an appropriate trade, with all subjects passed with a minimum 40% pass.

Key Responsibilities

Participants in the Engineering Learnership Programme will:

• Undergo structured training, combining theoretical learning with practical workplace experience.
• Actively participate in both off-the-job training modules and hands-on tasks within the mining environment.
• Work towards developing the skills and knowledge required for a nationally recognised Artisan qualification.
• Gain valuable technical expertise and practical experience in their chosen engineering discipline.

How to Apply

The application deadline is 31 August 2026.

To apply for the Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnership Programme, please follow these steps:

• Visit the official application portal by clicking this link: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ValterraPlatinum1/744000141207146-engineering-learnership-programme-2027-amandelbult?trid=2d92f286-613b-4daf-9dfa-6340ffbecf73
• Follow the instructions on the portal to complete your application.
• The system provides an option to create and download a professional-looking CV using the details you enter.