De Beers Opens 2026 Engineering Learnerships

De Beers Opens 2026 Engineering Learnerships – Apply Before 20 March

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Thousands of South African youth looking for technical careers now have a new opportunity. The global diamond company De Beers Group has officially opened applications for its 2026 Engineering Learnership Programme at Venetia Mine in Musina, Limpopo.

This four-year artisan development programme offers unemployed youth the chance to gain formal training and practical workplace experience while working toward becoming qualified engineering artisans.

But interested applicants will need to act fast – applications close on 20 March 2026.

Engineering Learnership Programme 2026 Overview

The programme forms part of a structured QCTO Occupational Qualification training programme designed to develop skilled artisans in critical engineering trades.

Successful candidates will sign a Section 18.2 Learnership Contract, combining classroom learning with hands-on technical training.

Training will take place at the De Beers accredited training centre in Randfontein, with workplace experience completed at Venetia Mine in Limpopo.

Available Engineering Learnership Trades

Applicants can apply for one of the following artisan trades:

  • Boilermaker
  • Instrument Mechanician
  • Electrician
  • Fitter and Turner
  • Diesel Mechanic
  • Transportation Electrician (Auto Electrician)
  • Rigging

Applicants must clearly indicate the trade reference number when submitting their application.

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Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the learnership, applicants must have:

Grade 12 with:

  • Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy)
  • Physical Science
  • English
  • Minimum 40% pass in all subjects

Applicants must also have one of the following qualifications:

  • N2 Certificate with 4 relevant trade subjects
    OR
  • NCV Level 3 with at least 40% in Mathematics and relevant subjects

Additional Requirements

Applicants must also:

  • Be willing to travel outside Limpopo for training
  • Obtain a Red Ticket medical fitness certificate
  • Pass criminal record checks and qualification verification
  • Complete psychometric and technical assessments

Transport to the training centre will be sponsored by the company.

Skills and Competencies Needed

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings
  • Good communication skills in English
  • Ability to work independently and in teams
  • Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to safety and performance standards

Documents Required for Application

Applications must include:

  • Updated CV
  • Certified copies of qualifications
  • Certified copy of South African ID
  • Proof of residential address
  • Municipality or Tribal Council letter confirming local residency (not older than 3 months)

⚠️ Important: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Preference for Local Applicants

According to De Beers Group Employment Equity policy, preference may be given to applicants from:

  • Blouberg Municipality
  • Musina Municipality
De Beers Opens 2026 Engineering Learnerships

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online through the official application portal for the De Beers Venetia Mine Engineering Learnership Programme 2026.

Click here to apply for De Beers Venetia Mine Engineering Learnerships 2026

 Closing Date: 20 March 2026

Applicants are advised to submit their applications before the deadline to avoid missing this opportunity.

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