Impala Platinum Holdings Limited is inviting engineering students to apply for its Boilermaker Engineering Learnership Programme, a long-term artisan training opportunity that prepares learners for careers in the mining and refinery sector.
The programme will be hosted at Impala Platinum Refineries in Springs, Gauteng, where learners will complete structured technical training and workplace experience over 42 months.
Applications close on 11 March 2026, with the programme scheduled to begin in August 2026.
Training Programme for Future Mining Artisans
The engineering learnership is designed to help develop qualified boilermaker artisans who can support operations within the mining and refining industry.
Participants will work in a real industrial environment while learning the practical skills required to pass the Boilermaker Trade Test Certificate administered under the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA).
The programme combines classroom-based technical knowledge with workplace training.
Duration: 42 months
Programme start date: August 2026
Location: Springs, Gauteng
Department: Human Resources – Training and Development
What Learners Will Be Trained In
The learnership focuses on technical and practical engineering work used in refinery and mining plants.
Learners will gain experience in:
- Structural steel fabrication and installation
- Maintenance and repair of plant equipment
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Fabrication techniques used in refinery environments
- Safe work practices in industrial production plants
This training prepares learners for long-term careers in engineering maintenance and heavy industrial operations.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following academic requirements.
Completed N2 Certificate or NCV Level 4 in Boilermaking
N2 subjects must include
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Structural Steel Drawing
- Plater Trade Theory
Applicants must also
- Demonstrate understanding of boilermaking trade principles
- Be medically fit to work in refinery plant environments
Programme Benefits
Successful applicants will gain practical training inside one of South Africa’s major mining companies.
Participants will receive:
- Structured artisan workplace training
- Exposure to refinery and mining operations
- Technical engineering skills development
- Preparation for the Boilermaker Trade Test
- Industry experience that supports long-term employment
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following documents as one combined PDF file.
- Updated CV
- Copy of South African ID
- Qualifications
- Statement of results
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official Impala Platinum recruitment platforms.
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Applicants should ensure all documents are combined into a single PDF before submission.
Important Notes
- Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete psychometric assessments.
- If applicants do not receive feedback within 30 days after the closing date, they should consider their application unsuccessful.
- Impala Platinum supports employment equity and may give preference to designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act.
- The company also warns applicants that no payment is ever required during the recruitment process.
Application Deadline
Closing date: 11 March 2026
Engineering students who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the deadline.