Gold Fields Mining Learnership Programme 2026 Available – Grade 12 required. The South Deep Gold Mine is recruiting and offering aspiring employees and/or prospective Applicants from within our Host Communities interested in pursuing a career in Mining, the opportunity to enter into a formal Learner Miner Learnership programme.
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Category: Learnerships
Closing Date: 26/08/2026
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF 4) or equivalent qualification, being an N3 (with two languages passed)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a mining operation
Key Competencies
- Abide by all health and safety rules/regulations applicable on the mine
- Undergoing technical training as prescribed by MQA/ DMRE during the Training Programme
- Maintain consistent performance as per scheduled technical evaluation cycles
- Take personal accountability for driving own career development and initiating developmental discussions
- Actively engage with HRD and technical oversight team to obtain feedback
- Adhere to the company`s conditions of employment, policies and code of conduct
- Promoting teamwork and being an effective team member
- Abide by the values of South Deep Gold Mine, i.e., Safety, Respect, Collaboration and Responsibility
- Proficient in English oral and written communication skills
Duties and Responsibilities
- Consistently apply safe work practices in accordance with prescribed standards, procedures, and site requirements
- Identify, report, and escalate any safety, health, environmental, risk conditions, incidents, or accidents to the immediate supervisor for corrective action
- Assist artisans with execution of daily maintenance work
- Handle, clean, and store tools used in a safe manner
- Ensure good housekeeping in workshops, areas of maintenance, and general areas around the Plant
- Report any hazards or risks exposing the health and safety of fellow employees
- Perform standby duties when required
How to Apply
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