Are you a Young South African looking to start a career in the mining industry?
You now have a great opportunity, do not miss it.
The De Beers Group has opened applications for the Venetia Engineering Learnership Programme 2026 at the Venetia Mine in Musina, Limpopo.
About De Beers
De Beers Group is one of the world’s leading diamond companies with operations in several countries. The company has been operating since 1888 and plays a major role in the global diamond industry.
The Venetia Mine is South Africa’s most valuable diamond mine and is currently undergoing a major underground expansion project.
This learnership programme offers unemployed youth the chance to gain formal artisan training and practical experience in various engineering trades.
Successful candidates will complete a four-year structured learnership that combines classroom training with practical workplace experience.
The closing date for applications is 20 March 2026.
Available Engineering Learnership Trades
Applicants can apply for training in the following trades:
Boilermaker
Instrument Mechanician
Electrician
Fitter and Turner
Diesel Mechanic
Transportation Electrician (Auto Electrician)
Rigger
These programmes lead to a QCTO Occupational Qualification and prepare learners to qualify as artisans in the mining industry.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the learnership, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Grade 12 with:
Mathematics (not Maths Literacy)
Physical Science
English
Minimum 40% pass in all subjects
Applicants may also qualify with:
N2 certificate with relevant engineering subjects, OR
NCV Level 3 with Mathematics and related engineering subjects.
Additional Requirements
Candidates must also:
Be able to travel for training outside Limpopo
Pass a mine medical fitness test (Red Ticket)
Pass psychometric and technical assessments
Pass SAPS criminal record verification
Applicants must also provide proof that they are from the Blouberg or Musina Municipalities.
Training and Programme Structure
Successful learners will receive:
Formal training at the accredited training centre in Randfontein
On-the-job training at Venetia Mine
A four-year fixed-term learnership contract
This programme provides valuable experience in one of South Africa’s largest mining infrastructure projects.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
Updated CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Certified copy of ID
Proof of residential address
Municipality or Tribal Council confirmation letter proving local residence
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Tips for the applicants:
Make sure your CV is saved as pdf at a limit of 10MB , active email address.
Prepare a message to the Hiring Team (Let the company know about your interest working there)
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online before the 20 March 2026 deadline and ensure that all documents are submitted with the application.
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