High-tech mining. Precision instruments. Formal trade certification.
ASSMANG has opened applications for its 18.2 Instrumentation Mechanician Learnership at Black Rock Mine — and the deadline is 1 March 2026.
ASSMANG Pty Ltd is offering an Instrumentation Mechanician Engineering Learnership (18.2) at Black Rock Mine in the Northern Cape. Applicants must hold N6/T6/S4 qualifications with specific engineering subjects. The program is MQA-accredited and includes unit standards, practical mining experience, and a formal trade test.
If you want to work with industrial control systems, electronics, and mining automation — this is your pathway.
This is not general labour.
It’s a technical artisan trade.
Where Is the Learnership Based?
Black Rock Mine Operations is located approximately 80km north-west of Kuruman in the Northern Cape.
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Contract: Internship / Learnership
Remuneration: Market-related
EE Status: Open to All
Closing Date: 1 March 2026
Advert Reference: assmn_000733
This is an on-site mining engineering opportunity.
What Does the Instrumentation Mechanician Learnership Include?
The learnership is structured under the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA).
Here’s how it works:
- Training is based on registered unit standards
- Competency credits are added to your name on the MQA database
- After completing all unit standards, you receive a certificate
- A formal trade test must be completed
You will gain hands-on experience with:
- Industrial instrumentation
- Digital and electronic control systems
- Mining plant automation
- Equipment calibration and maintenance
This trade is critical for modern mining operations.
What Are the Minimum Requirements?
This is a high-level technical program.
Strict subject requirements apply.
Required Qualification:
N6 / T6 / S4 with the following subjects:
- Mathematics (Not Mathematical Literacy)
- Strength and Structure of Materials
- Industrial / Digital Electronics (Instruments only)
- Industrial Instruments; Electrotechnics
Additional Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Mathematics & Science required)
- N2/N3 Engineering Studies
- English literacy
- Good communication skills
- Pass Technical Test Battery Assessment
- Obtain Dover “B” Symbol
- Code B/EB Driver’s License (Advantageous)
Certified copies of all qualifications must be submitted with your CV.
Why Is This Trade Valuable?
Instrumentation Mechanicians are responsible for:
- Monitoring plant systems
- Ensuring production efficiency
- Preventing costly breakdowns
- Maintaining safety standards
Mining is becoming more automated.
That means demand for skilled instrumentation artisans is rising.
Completing this learnership positions you for long-term technical growth in mining and heavy industry.
How Do You Apply?
Applications must be submitted online through the official ASSMANG recruitment portal.
Important:
- Closing date: 1 March 2026
- Upload certified qualifications and updated CV
- Do not pay any fees
- Only apply via the official ASSMANG careers page
Legitimate mining learnerships never charge application fees.
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Final Thoughts
If you already hold N6/T6/S4 with the required technical subjects, this is a serious engineering opportunity.
Instrumentation is a precision trade.
Mining automation is expanding.
And deadlines are fixed.
Prepare your certified documents and apply before 1 March 2026 to secure your chance at Black Rock Mine.
