Valterra Platinum Mine is inviting unemployed South Africans to apply for its Engineering Learnership Programme (18.2) for the 2026 intake. This programme offers hands-on technical training and real workplace exposure in a high-performance mining environment, helping learners develop scarce engineering and artisan skills while contributing to safe and responsible mining operations.
Location: Thabazimbi, Limpopo
Closing Date: 25 February 2026
About Valterra Platinum Mine
Valterra Platinum Mine operates within South Africa’s established mining sector, specialising in the extraction and production of platinum group metals (PGMs)—essential materials used in automotive manufacturing, jewellery, and advanced industrial technologies.
The operation plays a key role in:
- Economic development and job creation
- Skills transfer and technical training
- Maintaining high standards of safety, sustainability, and responsible mining
About the Engineering Learnership Programme
The Engineering Learnership Programme (18.2) is designed to prepare learners for artisan and technical careers within mining and engineering environments.
Successful learners will:
- Train under experienced artisans and technical specialists
- Gain exposure to real mining operations
- Develop practical competencies that enhance long-term employability
- Build a foundation for careers in mining, engineering, and heavy industry
What the Programme Offers
Learners at Valterra Platinum Mine benefit from:
- Meaningful work in a values-driven, high-performance culture
- Market-aligned rewards and recognition
- Structured learning, development, and career progression pathways
- A workplace that respects diversity and inclusion
- Strong emphasis on safe operations and compliance
- Exposure to modern mining technologies and processes
Available Engineering Learnership Trades (2026)
Applicants may apply for one of the following trades:
- Learnership – Electrician
- Learnership – Boilermaker
- Learnership – Mechanical Fitter
- Learnership – Diesel Mechanic
- Learnership – Measurement Control & Instrumentation
- Learnership – Auto Electrical
- Learnership – Millwright
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following qualification pathways:
Option 1: Matric
- Grade 12 with Mathematics (not Maths Literacy), Physical Science, and English
- Minimum 40% pass in all subjects
Option 2: N3 or Higher (Trade-Specific)
Applicants must have relevant N3 subjects aligned to the chosen trade:
- Boilermaker: Plating/Welders Theory; Structural & Steelwork Drawings
- Electrical: Electrical Trade Theory; Industrial Electronics or Engineering Drawings
- Diesel Mechanic: Diesel/Motor Trade Theory; Engineering Drawings
- Mechanical Fitter: Fitting Trade Theory; Engineering Drawings
- Instrument Mechanician: Instrument Trade Theory; Industrial Electronics
- Auto Electrician: Motor Electrical Trade Theory; Industrial Electronics
- Millwright: Electrical & Fitting Trade Theories; Engineering Drawings or Industrial Electronics
Option 3: NCV
- NCV Level 4 in a relevant trade
- Minimum 40% pass in all subjects
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must upload the following:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of all relevant qualifications
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Proof of residence (for host community applicants), stamped by a tribal office or municipality
Tip: Combine all documents into one attachment before uploading.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online.
👉 Apply here for Valterra Platinum Mine Engineering Learnership Opportunities 2026
Important Application Notes
- Applications are reviewed as they are received
- Incomplete applications will be declined
- Early applications are encouraged to improve selection chances
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply for the Valterra Engineering Learnership?
Unemployed South Africans who meet the Matric, N3, or NCV trade requirements.
Where is the learnership based?
The programme is based in Thabazimbi, Limpopo.
What qualification does this learnership lead to?
The learnership provides trade-related competencies aligned with artisan development pathways.
Can I apply for more than one trade?
Applicants should apply for the trade that best matches their qualifications.
Is mining experience required?
No prior mining experience is required; structured training is provided.
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