Valterra Platinum is inviting applications from unemployed candidates for its Engineering Learnership Programme (18.2) in Rustenburg. The programme provides structured off-the-job and workplace training in various engineering trades within the mining industry. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain practical technical experience, with completion of the programme resulting in a nationally recognised Artisan qualification.

Programme: Engineering Learnership Programme (18.2 – Unemployed)
Business Entity: Africa – Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)
Discipline: Engineering
Location: Rustenburg Process – PMR, BMR, Convertor Plant (CP) and Waterval Smelters (WVS)
Programme Type: Learnership / Artisan Training
Closing Date: 30 September 2026

Available Learnerships

A total of 16 learnership opportunities are available across the Rustenburg Process operations:

• Fitter: 5
• Boilermaker: 4
• Electrician: 4
• Rigger: 1
• Instrument Mechanician: 1
• Millwright: 1

Positions by Operation

PMR

• Fitter × 1
• Boilermaker × 1
• Electrician × 1
• Instrument Mechanician × 1

BMR

• Fitter × 2
• Boilermaker × 1
• Electrician × 1
• Millwright × 1

Convertor Plant (CP)

• Fitter × 1
• Boilermaker × 1
• Electrician × 1

Waterval Smelters (WVS)

• Fitter × 1
• Boilermaker × 1
• Rigger × 1
• Electrician × 1

What the Programme Offers

The Engineering Learnership Programme includes:

• Structured off-the-job training.
• Workplace-based training.
• Practical exposure within the engineering environment.
• Completion of the programme leading to a nationally recognised Artisan qualification.

Minimum Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the applicable minimum requirements.

Matric / Technical Matric Route

• Matric or Technical Matric.
• Mathematics — minimum 40%.
• Physical Science — minimum 40%.
• English — minimum 40%.

Mathematics Literacy is not accepted for this route.

N2 Route

Applicants may have N2 or higher, with subjects relevant to the specific trade.

Boilermaker

Relevant subjects include:

• Plating & Structural Steelwork or Welders Theory.
• Plating Structural & Steelwork Drawings.
• Mathematics.
• Engineering Science.

Millwright

Relevant subjects include:

• Electrical Trade Theory, Electrotechnology or Electrotechnics.
• Fitting Trade Theory / Mechanotechnology.
• Industrial Electronics or Engineering Drawings.
• Mathematics.
• Engineering Science.

Electrician

Relevant subjects include:

• Electrical Trade Theory, Electrotechnology or Electrotechnics.
• Industrial Electronics or Engineering Drawings.
• Mathematics.
• Engineering Science.

Mechanical Fitter

Relevant subjects include:

• Fitting Trade Theory, Mechanotechnology or Mechanotechnics.
• Engineering Drawings / Draughting.
• Mathematics.
• Engineering Science.

Instrument Mechanician

Relevant subjects include:

• Instrument Trade Theory or Industrial Instrument.
• Industrial Electronics.
• Mathematics.
• Engineering Science.

Rigger

Relevant subjects include:

• Rigging Trade Theory.
• Engineering Drawings / Draughting.
• Mathematics.
• Engineering Science.

NCV Route

Applicants may also have:

• NCV Level 4 in an appropriate trade.
• All subjects must have been passed with a minimum 40%.

Required Documents

Applications must be accompanied by:

• Updated CV.
• Certified copies of all relevant qualifications.
• Copy of South African ID.
• Proof of residence for applicants from host communities.

For applicants from host communities, the proof of residence must have a stamp from the relevant tribal office or municipality. All required documents must be uploaded as part of the application. The documents may be attached as one document.

Host Community Applicants

Valterra Platinum states that first preference will be given to relevant applications from host communities. Applicants from host communities should therefore ensure that their proof of residence is included and meets the specified requirements.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is aimed at unemployed candidates who meet the educational requirements for one of the listed engineering trades. Candidates interested in pursuing an artisan career in the mining and processing industry can apply for the trade relevant to their qualifications.

What Valterra Platinum Offers

Valterra Platinum states that the programme provides an opportunity to join a performance-focused environment committed to:

• Meaningful work.
• Learning, development and progression.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Diversity and innovation.
• Safe operations.

The company also states that it is an equal opportunities employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.

How to Apply

Applications must be completed online through the official job advert. Applicants must ensure that all required documents are uploaded with their application. Incomplete applications may be declined. Valterra Platinum states that applications are being reviewed as they are received.

Application: Use the official Valterra Platinum job advert and select the online application option.

Important Information

• This is an 18.2 – Unemployed Engineering Learnership Programme.
• Applicants must meet the minimum academic requirements for the relevant trade.
• Mathematics, not Mathematics Literacy, is required for the Matric/Technical Matric route.
• Required documents must be uploaded with the application.
• Host community applicants must include appropriately stamped proof of residence.
• Incomplete applications may be declined.
• The closing date is 30 September 2026.

Disclaimer

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Closing Date: 30 September 2026

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