Engineering & Manufacturing Learnership

BMW Group SA Apprenticeship 2026

A 3-year technical apprenticeship at BMW\'s Rosslyn plant near Pretoria, with Mechatronics and Autotronics streams that qualify learners as Millwrights and Transportation Electricians.

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Apply for the BMW Group SA Apprenticeship

Provider: BMW Group South Africa (Plant Rosslyn) β€’ Rosslyn, Pretoria

Program Overview

Program Details

Provider:BMW Group South Africa (Plant Rosslyn)
Sector:Engineering & Manufacturing
Duration:3 years
Level:NQF Level 4
Stipend:BMW apprentice stipend
Location:Rosslyn, Pretoria
Intake:Annual intake - online applications typically open in October for a March start; watch the official BMW Group careers portal

Key Benefits

  • βœ“NQF Level 4 accredited qualification
  • βœ“Real workplace experience with a recognised employer
  • βœ“Stipend: BMW apprentice stipend
  • βœ“Mentorship and structured on-the-job training
  • βœ“Strong pathway toward permanent employment

Entry Requirements

  • βœ“Grade 12/Matric with Mathematics (pure, not Maths Literacy) >= 50%
  • βœ“Physical Science >= 50% (or alternative: NQF Level 4 / N3 in Engineering Studies with Maths >= 50% and Engineering Science >= 50%)
  • βœ“Valid driver's licence
  • βœ“Supporting documents: ID, Matric certificate or N3 qualification, and CV
  • βœ“Advantageous: Nated/N-level Engineering studies with relevant trade theory

Career Opportunities

On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

Qualified Artisan
Process Operator
Production Technician
Maintenance Technician
Quality Controller
Assembly Specialist

How to Apply

1

Check the requirements

Confirm you meet every entry requirement before you apply.

2

Prepare your documents

Certified ID, matric certificate / qualifications, CV and any supporting documents.

3

Apply online

Submit your application via the official BMW Group South Africa (Plant Rosslyn) careers portal.

4

Assessments & interview

Shortlisted candidates complete assessments and interviews.

5

Placement

Successful learners sign a learnership agreement and begin the programme.

⚠️ Good to Know

STATUS: Recurring annual program, currently active. BMW Group SA runs apprenticeships every year. Multiple sources state the Plant Rosslyn apprenticeship opens online applications in October each year with a March start. A separate BMW SA dealer-network apprentice intake was open April-May 2026 (closed 15 May 2026 per…

β€’ Only shortlisted candidates are typically contacted β€” check the official portal for the latest intake dates.

β€’ Learnerships are aimed at unemployed South African youth; preference is often given to candidates from designated groups.

β€’ Beware of scams β€” GoCareers never charges for applications, and neither do legitimate employers.

Ready to apply?

Head to the official BMW Group South Africa (Plant Rosslyn) careers portal to submit your application.

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