Sibanye Stillwater Learnerships 18.2 Vacancies 2026 (Multiple Trades) Apply Now

Apply for Sibanye-Stillwater Learnerships 18.2 vacancies 2026 in mining trades. Gold & Platinum operations. Closing dates 30 Jan–5 Feb 2026.

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Sibanye-Stillwater invites suitably qualified South African candidates to apply for various Learnerships 8.2 opportunities across its Gold West Wits and Platinum Operations. These learnerships are offered on a temporary employment basis and provide valuable workplace exposure in the mining and engineering environment.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to achieving employment equity. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification requirements:

Option 1: N2 Qualification

  • N2 Mathematics
  • N2 Engineering Science
  • N2 Engineering Drawings
  • N2 Rigger Trade Theory

Option 2: NCV Level 4

  • Electrical Infrastructure Construction (Electrical & Instrumentation), or
  • Engineering and Related Design (all other trades)
  • Minimum 40% pass mark for all subjects

Option 3: Grade 12

  • Mathematics
  • Physical Science
  • Engineering Drawings / Engineering Graphic Design
  • Relevant trade theory
  • Minimum 40% pass mark for all subjects

Additional Requirements

  • Medically fit to work in the specific business area
  • Clear security screening record
  • Valid driver’s licence (where applicable)

Advantageous Experience

  • Previous exposure or experience in an engineering or mining environment

Key Responsibilities

Programme Participation

  • Demonstrate understanding of the learnership objectives and tasks
  • Complete all learnership modules within the prescribed timeframe
  • Escalate queries or challenges related to programme completion

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

  • Comply with legal, safety, and company requirements
  • Perform all work according to required standards and training
  • Attend SHE meetings as required
  • Identify and report hazardous situations
  • Participate in on-the-job risk assessments
  • Use prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE)

Reporting

  • Compile developmental progress reports
  • Report obstacles, inconsistencies, and improvement opportunities
  • Communicate ideas and recommendations effectively

Stakeholder & Team Relations

  • Build and maintain effective working relationships
  • Support team members in task execution
  • Promote a positive and productive work environment
  • Maintain clear two-way communication

Values & Organisational Culture

  • Actively support a values-based organisational culture
  • Participate in organisational development initiatives
  • Contribute to positive culture change initiatives

ESG & Responsible Mining

  • Align with responsible mining principles
  • Support compliance with:
    • World Gold Council Responsible Gold Mining Principles (RGMPs)
    • Together for Sustainability (eTfS) initiatives

Available Learnerships 18.2 Opportunities

Gold West Wits Operations (Closing Date: 30 January 2026)

  • Learnerships 18.2 Rigger Ropesman
    Reference: KLF 0067865
  • Learnership 18.2 Plating
    Reference: KLF 0067871
  • Learnership 18.2 Fitting
    Reference: RUL 0067994
  • Learnership 18.2 Rigger Ropesman
    Reference: RUL 0067998
  • Learnership 18.2 Plating
    Reference: RUL 0067999
  • Learnership 18.2 Electrical
    Reference: RUL 0068000

Platinum Rustenburg Operations

  • Learnerships 18.2 Rigger Ropesman
    Reference: RPM 0068079
    Closing Date: 03 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Fitting
    Reference: KND 0067362
    Closing Date: 03 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Plating
    Reference: KND 0067358
    Closing Date: 04 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Plating
    Reference: RPM 0067359
    Closing Date: 04 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Diesel Mechanic
    Reference: KND 0067364
    Closing Date: 04 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Instrumentation Mechanician
    Reference: RPM 0067366
    Closing Date: 04 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Diesel Mechanic
    Reference: RPM 0067365
    Closing Date: 05 February 2026

Platinum Marikana Operations

  • Learnerships 18.2 Rigger Ropesman
    Reference: WPL 0068080
    Closing Date: 03 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Plating
    Reference: WPL 0067360
    Closing Date: 04 February 2026
  • Learnership 18.2 Fitting
    Reference: WPL 0067363
    Closing Date: 04 February 2026

Employment Type

  • Employee Type: Temporary
  • Programme Type: Learnership 18.2
  • Industry: Mining and Engineering

Important Application Information

  • Applications must be submitted online via the Sibanye-Stillwater Recruitment Portal
  • Applicants must create a profile before applying
  • Apply for one learnership per application
  • Ensure the correct reference number is selected
  • Late or incomplete applications will not be considered

If you do not receive feedback within the stipulated period after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Selection Process

  • Pre-screening and psychometric assessments may form part of the process
  • Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview
  • If you do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful

Employment Equity

Sibanye-Stillwater is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities.

Enquiries

  • HR Contact Person: Polelo Matloga
  • Recruitment Contact Person: Papie Matlala
  • Recruitment Contact Number: 011 278 9745

Apply Now: Sibanye-Stillwater Learnerships 18.2 Opportunities 2026

These learnerships offer an excellent opportunity to gain practical mining and engineering experience with one of South Africa’s leading mining companies.

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