Right now Andru Mining is offering a chance for members of the local community to start a career in mining. The Blasting Assistant Learnership 2026 closes on 09 July 2026, so if you are looking for practical experience, act quickly.
What is the Blasting Assistant Learnership?
Andru Mining will take on 10 learners for a four‑month programme at the Kalgold Operation, South Africa. It is a short‑term, hands‑on training role, not a permanent job, but it gives you a real glimpse of life in an open‑pit mine.
Who can apply?
- Resident of the recognised local communities around Kalgold (verification required)
- Matric (Grade 12) or an equivalent qualification
- Able to obtain a Certificate of Fitness (Red Ticket)
- Clean criminal record
- Pass the Dover Test
- Valid driver’s licence
- Willing to work in different shifts
- Good communication and basic business understanding
What you will learn and gain
- Mining safety procedures
- Workplace discipline and teamwork
- Effective communication on site
- Practical blasting support duties
- Experience of shift work
- Understanding of mining operational processes
These skills improve your chances of future employment in the mining sector.
How to apply – step by step
- Update your CV. Make sure it is clear and includes your contact details.
- Gather the required documents:
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copy of your Grade 12 certificate (or equivalent)
- Copy of your valid driver’s licence
- Any additional paperwork requested by your local community structures
- Print or save a single PDF that combines your CV and the documents.
- Take the PDF to the Tribal Office before the closing date.
- Do not hand your CV directly to Andru Mining staff and never pay anyone to submit your application.
Tips to improve your chances
- Check that your driver’s licence is current; an expired licence will disqualify you.
- Prepare for the Dover Test by practising concentration exercises and reading instructions carefully.
- Make sure your Certificate of Fitness can be issued quickly; schedule the medical exam early.
- Ask a community leader to confirm your residency status before you apply.
- Proofread your CV – simple typos can create a bad first impression.
Next steps
Submit your complete CV package to the Tribal Office before 09 July 2026. Late submissions will not be considered. This learnership can be a stepping stone into the mining industry; take the first step today.
