Apply for the Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnership Programme 2027 at Amandelbult. Opportunities available in Electrician, Boilermaker, Fitter, Diesel Mechanic, Millwright and more. Closing date: 31 August 2026.
Valterra Platinum is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for its Engineering Learnership Programme 2027 (18.2 Unemployed) at Amandelbult. This exciting programme offers practical workplace experience combined with structured institutional training, leading to a nationally recognised artisan qualification.
Formerly known as Anglo American Platinum, Valterra Platinum is one of the world’s leading producers of platinum group metals (PGMs). This learnership is ideal for candidates looking to build a rewarding career in the mining and engineering sector.
Programme Details
- Company: Valterra Platinum
- Programme: Engineering Learnership Programme 2027 (18.2 Unemployed)
- Location: Amandelbult Operations, South Africa
- Job Type: Learnership
- Industry: Mining & Engineering
- Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Available Learnership Opportunities
Successful applicants will be placed in one of the following artisan trades:
- Electrician (2 Positions)
- Boilermaker (3 Positions)
- Mechanical Fitter (4 Positions)
- Diesel Mechanic (2 Positions)
- Heavy Equipment Mechanic (2 Positions)
- Measurement Control & Instrumentation (1 Position)
- Auto Electrician (1 Position)
- Millwright (2 Positions)
- Rigger (2 Positions)
What the Programme Offers
Participants will receive:
- Structured off-the-job theoretical training
- Practical workplace experience
- Mentorship from experienced artisans
- Exposure to modern mining operations
- Nationally recognised artisan qualification upon successful completion
- Opportunity to develop technical and workplace skills
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Mathematics (Not Mathematical Literacy)
- Physical Sciences
- English
- Minimum 40% in all the above subjects
AND
Either:
- N2 Certificate (or higher) with all four required subjects passed according to the relevant trade
OR
- NCV Level 4 in the appropriate engineering trade with a minimum of 40% in all subjects.
Trade-Specific N2 Requirements
Boilermaker
- Plating/Welders Theory
- Plating Structural & Steelwork Drawings
Electrician
- Electrical Trade Theory
- Industrial Electronics or Engineering Drawings
Diesel Mechanic
- Diesel or 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 Trade Theory
- Fitting Trade Theory
- Engineering Drawings or Industrial Electronics
Rigger
- Rigger Trade Theory
- Engineering Theory
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Diesel or Motor Trade Theory
- Engineering Drawings
Required Documents
Applicants must upload:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of all qualifications
- Proof of residence (for applicants from host communities), stamped by the relevant municipality or tribal authority
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Preference
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from host communities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online on the official Valterra Platinum Career Portal
On the Valterra Platinum Career Portal scroll down the portal and click Engineering Learnership Programme 2027 Amandelbult to proceed with the application process.
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Prepare your updated CV, academic qualifications, and supporting documents before applying.
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- Last Reviewed: August 2026
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