Mining & Resources Learnership

De Beers Venetia Mine Engineering Learnership 2026

De Beers Group offers a four-year Section 18.2 engineering learnership for youth from the Venetia mine host communities (Blouberg/Musina, Limpopo), training Boilermakers, Instrument.

By GoCareers Teamβ€’

Apply for the De Beers Venetia Mine Engineering Learnership

Provider: De Beers Group β€’ Limpopo & Randfontein

Program Overview

Program Details

Provider:De Beers Group
Sector:Mining & Resources
Duration:Approximately 4 years (Section 18.2 learnership contract / QCTO Occupational Qualification)
Level:NQF Level 4
Stipend:De Beers learner stipend
Location:Limpopo & Randfontein
Intake:Annual intake (2026 cycle closed 20 March 2026) - watch the official De Beers careers portal

Key Benefits

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

Entry Requirements

  • βœ“Grade 12/Matric with Pure Mathematics (not Maths Literacy), Physical Science, and English, minimum 40% in each (alternatives: N2 with relevant trade subjects, or NCV Level 3 with min 40% in Mathematics)
  • βœ“Permanent resident of Musina or Blouberg Local Municipality, Limpopo (for Section 18.2 host-community places)
  • βœ“Willing and able to relocate to the Randfontein training centre (company-sponsored transport provided)
  • βœ“Must pass a medical fitness examination ('Red Ticket') and SAPS criminal background check
  • βœ“Must pass technical/trade and psychometric assessments during selection

Career Opportunities

On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

Learner Miner
Artisan (Red Seal)
Fitter & Turner
Electrician
Boilermaker
Plant Operator

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 De Beers Group 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

VERDICT: Program is real and active as a recurring annual intake; the 2026 cycle (ref REF77097M, 10 positions: 9 Section 18.2 unemployed-youth + 1 Section 18.1 internal) ran with a closing date of 20 March 2026, now PAST. The official De Beers job-detail page for the posting now returns "No Job data are available for…

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 De Beers Group careers portal to submit your application.

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