Glencore Eastern Chrome Mines is looking for people who want to learn real engineering skills in the mining world. The company is offering the Engineering Artisan Learnership Programme 2026. If you’re interested in becoming a diesel mechanic, electrician, or any of the other hands‑on jobs in mining, this is a chance to get a formal certificate and real work experience. The final date to apply is 20 February 2026.
What the Program Looks Like
The learnership blends classroom learning and on‑site training. Students will study at approved Glencore training centres and then go to active mining sites to practice what they’ve learned. The goal is to earn an Occupational Trade Certificate that follows the standards set by MQA SETA. This means the training is recognized across South Africa, and you’ll have a solid qualification when you finish.
Trades You Can Train In
You can pick from several in‑demand artisan fields. These are the jobs that keep a mine running:
- Diesel Mechanic
- Instrumentation Technician
- Electrician
- Fitter
- Millwright
- Boilermaker
- Auto Electrical
All of these roles are key for maintaining equipment and keeping underground production on track.
Why Join This Learnership?
By joining, you will:
- Get a structured path to become a certified artisan
- Learn the theory and then test it out on real machines and tools
- Work inside a mining environment, which is a unique and challenging setting
- Receive guidance from experienced workers who have done this before
The program is designed so that, by the end, you will know both the concepts and how to apply them safely in a mining context. Having a recognised trade certificate makes you highly employable in many industrial jobs across South Africa.
Who Should Apply?
The learnership is for people who:
- Want a stable, long‑term career in engineering trades
- Prefer doing hands‑on work over just reading books
- Are curious about working in mines
- Have passed some technical subjects or hold a Grade 12 pass with English, Maths, and Physical Science
- Are ready to commit to a structured training schedule
If you are disciplined, good with machines, and care about safety, this program could be a good fit.
What You Need to Meet the Basic Rules
You can qualify in a few different ways:
- Finish Grade 12 with English, Maths, and Physical Science.
- Reach a Level 3 National Certificate Vocational (NCV) that includes Maths and a technical subject.
- If you’re still in school, a Grade 10 pass with four engineering subjects plus maths works, especially if you want to become a Millwright – in that case you’ll need fitting and electrical theory too.
After you meet one of these, you must pass a simple aptitude test, go through a short interview, and show you’re medically fit to work underground. Mining places high safety standards, so the test checks that you can work safely in a risky environment.
How to Apply
Ready to start? Click here to send your application to the Glencore Eastern Chrome Mines Engineering Artisan Learnership Programme 2026.
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Before you send the email, make sure you have:
- A recent CV
- Copies of your academic certificates
- Any proof of technical training you already have
Send your application before the 20 February deadline. If you don’t hear back after that date, your application will be considered unsuccessful.
Wrap‑Up
This program gives you a clear path to become a certified artisan. It mixes study and hands‑on work, and it prepares you for jobs that are in high demand in the mining sector. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, learn real skills, and build a future in engineering trades, Glencore Eastern Chrome Mines has a spot for you in 2026. For more details, visit the main page at Glencore Eastern Chrome Mines.