South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership 2025-2026: Looking for Applicants with Grade 12/NQF 4/Equivalent Qualification

About South Deep Gold Mine
South Deep Gold Mine is an global mining company that is based in several countries all over the world, including South Africa. Based in the Witwatersrand Basin, just south-west of Joburg, South Deep Gold Mine is a hub of profits and international relations to distribute their acquired minerals. The company is currently in high ranks with their massive mineral reserve, which contains approximately 32,8 million ounces of gold deposits. In simpler terms, the company as accommodate almost 100 000 bars of pure gold bullion. The main operations sits right near the epicenter of commercial business, making the company easily accessible by their fellow clients and stakeholders.

South Deep Gold Mine takes pride in their legacy of becoming one of the world’s largest miner and producer of gold. However, this great task requires great concise efforts that prioritizes accountability and upmost responsibility. As South Deep Gold Mine deals with a crucial natural resource, the company has taken the initiatives to implement sustainable actions to support their business practices. Employees are given quality safety measures and are given the proper education to reduce any amount of impact that are to happen within the surrounding areas of their operations. With a massive production rate, strategic location, and proactive efforts, South Deep Gold Mine is home to optimistic prospects in the future.

About the South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership 2025-2026
South Deep Gold Mine is offering a Mining Learnership for interested South Africans who wish to know the international industry and attain a working foundation. The South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership is designed to provide participants with a structured learning experience that combines both theoretical assessments and practical working sessions. Learners will be required to perform a list of responsibilities under a real-time company setting with the assistance of professional training providers.

The South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership is both an internal and external programme that welcomes passionate members of society. Learner wills be introduced to a team of mining experts that actively work together to maintain a strong foundation and synergy between clients, communities, shareholders, stakeholders, and of course, the general public. As a learner, your contributions to the company during your learning process will be greatly valued by fellow colleagues. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be equipped with the necessary skills to face an industry such as this. Moreover, you will be transformed into a highly respectable asset in the eyes of your future employers.

Eligibility Criteria
Candidates interested in the South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership should display several qualities that make them the ideal pick for the programme. Before signing up for the learnership, participants must fulfill the eligibility criteria that comes with this programme. Each of these items will determine whether you have what it takes to fully commit to the learnership. To guarantee a successful application, candidates are advised to meet all of these qualifications. Failure to do so might put your applications in a negative spotlight under the eyes of the selection committee.

The South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership Eligibility Criteria are as follows:

1. Basic Requirements

• Obtain a Grade 12 (NQF 4) certificate or an equivalent N3 qualification with passes in at least two languages
• Gain a minimum of two years’ work experience in a mining operation
• Undergo a medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and be declared medically fit for the role and working environment, including passing a Heat Tolerance Screening and any additional required assessments
• Reside in one of the designated Host Communities: Bekkersdal, Zuurberkom, Thusanang, Hillshaven, Westonaria, Poortjie, Simunye, Kalbasfontein, or Jachtfontein
• Ensure you have successfully completed Grade 12 or matric at a school located within one of the listed Host Communities.

2. Personal Attributes

• Comply with all health and safety regulations and procedures applicable on the mine site
• Participate in all required technical training as outlined by MQA/DMRE during the training programme
• Maintain steady and reliable performance throughout scheduled technical evaluation cycles
• Take full responsibility for your own career development by initiating growth discussions and planning your progress
• Engage proactively with the HRD and technical oversight team to receive constructive feedback and guidance
• Follow all company policies, employment conditions, and the code of conduct without exception
• Support teamwork efforts and contribute effectively as a dependable team member
• Uphold and live by the values of South Deep Gold Mine: safety, integrity, respect, responsibility, innovation, and collaborative delivery
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in both spoken and written English communication.

Application Instructions
Apply online: South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership 2025-2026.

If you have met all of the qualifications above, please prepare these following documents for your application dossier:

• Your most recent Curriculum Vitae
• Legitimate proof of residence
• Valid copies of your recent qualifications
• A brief cover letter indicating the learnership that you are registering for.

Candidates must provide complete application dossiers with all of the documentation above. Failure to do so will cause your application to immediately be disqualified. Additionally, you documents should also correctly reflect your current conditions and qualifications.

Once your application dossier is all set, please send it to the provided email address for the Attention: Emmanuel Bolosha.

Applications must be sent via email only. Candidates discovered to be making their submissions through other methods, such as hand delivery or fax, will not be entertained by the selection committee.

Closing Date
Applications for the South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership must be sent before the closing date on 14 August 2025.

The selection committee has absolute zero tolerance towards late applications. Candidates found to be making their submissions past the deadline will not be acknowledged.

Please be kindly informed that Gold Fields exercise diversity and equity in their working environment. Additionally, preference will be offered to internal candidates.

Committee Details
Should you have any further enquiries or concerns regarding the South Deep Gold Mine – Mining Learnership, do not hesitate to reach out to Emmanuel Bolosha through the provided contact information below.

Telephone Number: +27 11 411 1115