Harmony Gold Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Learnership Programme Vacancies. The closing date for applications is the 14 October 2025.
What Is the Harmony Gold Learnership Programme 2025/2026?
Harmony Gold is a big mining company that’s been working in South Africa for a long time. They’re now looking for young people who want to learn about mining and engineering. The Learnership Programme gives you a chance to get real work experience on a mine, together with classroom learning that is useful in the job market.
About Harmony Gold
Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited is one of the largest gold producers in South Africa and 12th worldwide. The company also mines in Papua New Guinea. Besides making gold, Harmony Gold invests a lot in teaching skills. They believe that education can help communities grow, which is why they run this Learnership Programme.
The Learnership Fields
You can choose one of these trades to focus on:
- Rigger – Lifts and moves heavy equipment safely.
- Boilermaker / Plater – Builds and repairs metal tubes and plates used in mining equipment.
- Instrument Mechanician – Works on the machines that monitor and control the mine.
These trades are essential for running a mine and offer long‑term job prospects.
What You Need to Apply
To be considered, you must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Finish Matric (Grade 12) or a Technical Matric.
- Have an N2 Certificate with the right trade theory subjects.
- Have a qualification that matches the trade you want.
- Understand English well—reading, writing, and speaking.
- Hold a valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
- Pass a health check for the mining job.
- Work well with other people; teamwork is important.
- Be ready to work long hours and on standby if needed.
- Follow company rules and keep the workplace safe.
How the Selection Works
Harmony Gold cares about fairness. After you send in your application, the team will:
- Do a medical fitness test at the Harmony Gold Occupational Health Centre.
- Invite you to a formal interview for the final decision.
If you don’t get any reply after three months from the closing date, it means your application was not successful.
How to Send in Your Application
Send a clear, sealed email to the Harmony Gold recruitment office:
- Email: jabulile.velaphi@harmony.co.za
Attach the following documents (make sure each copy is readable and officially certified):
- Copy of your South African ID.
- Your Matric certificate.
- Your N2 Certificate or other relevant trade qualification.
- A detailed CV.
- A short cover letter that tells them which learnership field you are applying for.
Only applications that arrive by the deadline will be considered.
Why This Learnership Is Worth It
A place in this programme is more than just a training job. You’ll join a well‑structured mentorship program, get hands‑on experience, and learn skills that are in demand in mining and engineering. The work you learn today can lead to a stable and rewarding career that helps the country’s economy grow.
Next Steps
If you match the eligibility requirements and are ready to start learning in mining or engineering, apply by the 14 October 2025 deadline. Don’t miss the chance to join Harmony Gold and kickstart a future you’ll be proud of.