Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme 2026: Searching for Applicants with Basic Computer Literacy
About Tharisa
Tharisa is an established mining company headquartered in South Africa, with operational footprints extending across South Africa and Zimbabwe. It occupies a prominent position in the global mining sector as a leading producer of chrome concentrates and platinum group metals (PGMs). The company operates through a fully integrated business model that covers the entire value chain, from mining and mineral extraction to mineral processing and the marketing of final products. Its core mining activities are based in South Africa’s Bushveld Complex, one of the world’s most significant geological regions, renowned for its abundant reserves of PGMs and chrome ore.
Tharisa places strong emphasis on sustainable and responsible mining practices, striving to reduce its environmental footprint while simultaneously contributing to economic development and social progress in surrounding communities. Beyond its operational focus, the company is actively involved in community development programmes, with investments directed toward education, healthcare, housing, and skills development initiatives.
About the Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme 2026
Tharisa is searching for individuals who would like to obtain practical work exposure within the mining industry through their Graduate-in-Training programme. The Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme is designed to offer recently qualified graduates the opportunity to gain practical exposure to a professional working environment through a fixed-term contract lasting two years.
Through the Tharisa Minerals Graduate-in-Training (GIT) programme, participants are given a structured opportunity to develop essential business skills within the mining sector. The programme also provides meaningful exposure to their chosen field of expertise while supporting the development of critical workplace and industry-related competencies.
The Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme is available for the following disciplines:
- Information Technology (GIT26-IT)
- Employee Relations (Human Resources) (GIT26-ER)
- Mechanical Engineering (GIT26-MCE)
- Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering (GIT26-M/CE)
For application purposes, please kindly take note of the Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme 2026’s Reference Number: GIT0085DM.
Eligibility Criteria
Do you think you meet the eligibility criteria for the Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme? If yes, you are encouraged to apply without delay. Before submitting your application, carefully review the eligibility requirements for this opportunity, as they will be used to evaluate your suitability. If you are unsure, you can compare your qualifications against the criteria listed below. Meeting all the specified requirements will greatly improve your chances of being shortlisted and moving forward in the selection process.
The Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme Eligibility Criteria are as follows:
- Apply only if you are a South African citizen
- Ensure that you are medically fit before applying
- Prioritise applicants from local communities or labour-sending areas
- Note that no accommodation will be provided
- Hold a National Diploma or Degree in one of the listed fields of study to qualify as a Graduate Intern
- Apply only if you are a recent graduate with no prior work experience
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Possess basic computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office
- Show willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate within a team
- Be prepared to work in a mining or industrial environment.
Application Instructions
Apply online: Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme 2026.
Please follow the application instructions below:
- Use the Google Chrome browser when accessing the online application system to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted experience
- Fill in all required sections on the portal with accurate, current, and complete information that matches your latest personal details
- Thoroughly review your application before submitting it to verify that all details are accurate, as the entire selection committee will assess the information provided. Any false or misleading information may adversely impact your application
- By submitting your application, you acknowledge and authorize the selection committee to collect, process, and use your personal information for registration and administrative purposes
- Ensure that your application is submitted only through the designated official online portal
- Applications submitted by fax, hand delivery, or through any method other than the official portal will not be accepted or reviewed
- Follow all prescribed submission instructions to help maintain a fair, transparent, and efficient selection process.
Closing Date
Applications for the Tharisa Graduate-in-Training Programme must be submitted before the closing date on 27 May 2026.
The selection committee strictly adheres to all application deadlines and will not review or accept any submissions received after the official closing date. Applications submitted late will not be acknowledged or included in the registration process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible. Applying in advance provides sufficient time to review, update, and complete all necessary documentation. It is highly recommended that applicants prepare and finalize their submissions well before the deadline.
Tharisa reserves the right to proceed with or discontinue appointments at any stage of the recruitment process. Decisions made by the selection committee are final and are not subject to appeal or dispute.
Company Details
Telephone Number: +27 11 996 3500
