Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Inspector Learnerships 2026

Documents you will need

• Recent Z83 Application for Employment form.
• Comprehensive and detailed CV.
• At least three contactable references.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents.
• Certified documents requested at the interview stage must not be older than six months.

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to Department Mineral And Petroleum - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR), through the Mine Health and Safety Inspectorate, is looking for qualifying South African graduates to apply for the Learner Inspector Programme 2026 / 2027 to 2028 / 2029.

Closing date for applications: 20 November 2026

Where: Pretoria Head Office, Gauteng, South Africa

Number of posts: 2

Monthly stipend: R8 174.75

About the DMPR Learner Inspector Programme

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is offering training for graduates who want to build practical skills in the Mine Health and Safety Inspectorate.

The programme is for graduates in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Mining Engineering who meet the academic requirements for future Government Certificate of Competency or Mine Managers Certificate of Competency pathways.

Available Learner Inspector opportunities

Mine Health and Safety Learner Inspector, Engineering, X1

Reference number: DMPR/LIP/2026/001

Location: Pretoria Head Office

Stipend: R8 174.75 per month

You must have one of the following:

• National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current); or
• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

You must also have completed the qualifying subjects needed to be accepted as a candidate for the Government Certificate of Competency (GCC).

Special requirement

Because the work includes underground work, you must have a:

• Valid Certificate of Fitness.

Mine Health and Safety Learner Inspector, Mining Engineering, X1

Reference number: DMPR/LIP/2026/002

Location: Pretoria Head Office

Stipend: R8 174.75 per month

You must have:

• National Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering.

You must also have completed the qualifying subjects needed to be accepted as a candidate for the Mine Managers Certificate of Competency (MMC).

Special requirement

Because the work involves going underground, you must have a:

• Valid Certificate of Fitness.

Who should apply?

The programme suits South African graduates who:

• Have completed a relevant engineering qualification.
• Meet the subject requirements for the GCC or MMC pathway.
• Are interested in mine health and safety.
• Are willing and able to work underground.
• Have a valid Certificate of Fitness.

Documents you need

You must submit:

• A recent Z83 Application for Employment form.
• A full and detailed CV.
• At least three references you can be contacted through.

Only shortlisted candidates will need to send certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents.

Certified documents requested at the interview stage must be no older than six months.

Important Z83 rules

Your Z83 form must be:

• Fully completed.
• Accurate.
• Legible.
• Honest.
• Signed.
• Dated.

If you apply for more than one post, you must submit a separate Z83 form for each position.

If more than one position is listed on a single application form, only the first position indicated may be considered.

How to apply

You can apply online through the official DMPR e-Recruitment system.

Use the apply link for the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Learner Inspector Programme 2026 / 2027.

Create a user profile, complete your personal information and set up login details before you apply.

You can also post or courier your application to:

The Director-General, Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Private Bag X59, Pretoria, 0001

You can also hand deliver your application to:

Trevenna Campus, corner of Meintjies and Francis Baard Street, Pretoria

Always quote the reference number for the post you are applying for.

Enquiries

For general enquiries, contact:

Ms N Sam

Mr S Ngcaweni

Selection process

Shortlisted and successful candidates may be checked for the following:

• Personnel suitability.
• Criminal record.
• Citizenship.
• Financial and asset records.
• Qualifications.
• Employment history.
• Security clearance.

You may also need to give consent under the POPI Act so the Department can complete the screening.

Important application information

Please note that:

• Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
• If required documents are not sent, your application may not be considered.
• You need a separate Z83 for each post.
• Only shortlisted candidates will get correspondence.
• The Department can decide not to fill any advertised post.

If you have not heard back within three months after the closing date, you can treat your application as unsuccessful.

Closing date

20 November 2026

Please send your application before the deadline.

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Apply for the DMPR Learner Inspector Programme 2026 / 2027 in Pretoria. Two posts are open to Electrical, Mechanical and Mining Engineering graduates at R8 174.75 per month. Closing date: 20 November 2026.

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