Company: Seriti
Division: New Vaal Colliery
Reference Number: NVC071/26GS
Location: Vereeniging, Gauteng (New Vaal Colliery, Free State Host Communities)
Job Type: Contract Learnership
Experience Level: Entry Level
Industry: Mining & Metals
Department: Engineering
Closing Date: 21 July 2026
Posted: 07 July 2026
Engineering Learnership Opportunity at Seriti
Seriti is inviting applications for its Engineering Learnership 18.2 programme at New Vaal Colliery. This opportunity is designed for individuals who want to qualify as artisans in the mining industry through structured training and practical workplace experience.
Successful learners will receive training to become qualified artisans in one of the following engineering trades:
- Diesel Mechanic
- Auto Electrician
Available Learnership Disciplines
Diesel Mechanic Learnership
Training includes:
- Diesel Trade Theory
- Engineering Science
- Engineering Drawing
- Mathematics
Auto Electrician Learnership
Training includes:
- Electrical Trade Theory
- Industrial Electronics
- Engineering Science
- Mathematics
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) and Physical Science with a minimum E symbol (40%), plus two relevant N2 trade subjects; or
- N2 Certificate with four relevant trade-related subjects.
- Relevant trade theory subjects for the discipline applied for.
- Minimum 40% (E symbol) in all required subjects (F symbols will not be accepted).
- Valid K53 driver’s licence.
- Ability to obtain a Certificate of Fitness.
- Willingness to undergo psychometric assessments.
- Ability to work shifts, standby duties and call-outs.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify faults independently.
- Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate initiative.
Advantageous
Preference may be given to candidates with:
- Previous mining industry experience.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following certified documents (certified within the last three months):
- Updated CV (PDF format)
- South African ID
- Grade 12 and/or N2 qualifications
- Valid driver’s licence
- Proof of residence
Important Information
- Clearly indicate the trade you are applying for.
- Applicants must have no criminal record.
- Preference will be given to qualifying applicants from the New Vaal Colliery host communities.
- Proof of residence is compulsory.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Employment Equity principles will apply.
- Applications not responded to within 30 days after the closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful.
- Use Google Chrome when submitting your online application to ensure documents upload correctly.
Why Apply?
This Engineering Learnership offers an opportunity to:
- Gain practical mining industry experience.
- Receive artisan training in a high-demand engineering trade.
- Build a career as a qualified Diesel Mechanic or Auto Electrician.
- Develop technical skills in one of South Africa’s leading mining companies.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements should submit their application before the closing date of 21 July 2026.
Your application must include the following certified documents (certified within the last three months):
- Updated CV (PDF format)
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Certified copies of your Grade 12 and/or N2 qualifications
- Certified copy of your valid K53 driver’s licence
- Proof of residence
Important:
- Clearly state whether you are applying for the Diesel Mechanic or Auto Electrician learnership.
- Preference will be given to applicants from the New Vaal Colliery host communities, and proof of residence is compulsory.
- Ensure all required documents are attached, as incomplete applications may not be considered.
- Use Google Chrome when completing the online application to ensure your documents upload successfully.
Application Deadline: 21 July 2026
