# Exxaro Belfast Coal Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships 2026

> Exxaro Belfast Coal is offering Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships for 2026 in Belfast, Mpumalanga.

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Last updated: 2026-11-05

Learnership

Exxaro Belfast Coal is offering Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships for 2026 in Belfast, Mpumalanga. The programme is for unemployed youth who live within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality and want to build technical and artisan skills in the mining industry. Applications close on 17 November 2026.

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Exxaro Belfast Coal Section

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Provider

Exxaro Belfast Coal Section

Closing date

17 Nov 2026

Province

- [Mpumalanga](https://bursaryza.co.za/province/mpumalanga)

Level

Matric

Value

Accommodation

Monthly allowance

Fields of study

Engineering

Commerce/Business

IT/Computer Science

Health Sciences/Medicine

Science

Fast answer

Exxaro Belfast Coal Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships 2026 is a learnership offered by Exxaro Belfast Coal Section in Mpumalanga. Applications close on 17 Nov 2026.

## Who can apply

- Be unemployed youth.
- Reside within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality.
- Meet the qualification requirements for the trade they are applying for.
- Applicants living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

## How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to Exxaro Belfast Coal Section - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Always verify the details on the official page before applying - closing dates, eligibility and required documents can change without notice. This page summarises publicly available information to help you decide.

## Full details

Exxaro Resources is inviting unemployed youth who live in the Emakhazeni Local Municipality to apply for the Section 18.2 Engineering Learnership Programme 2026 at Belfast Coal in Mpumalanga.

Closing date for applications: 17 November 2026

Where: Belfast, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Business unit: Exxaro Belfast Coal

Programme: Section 18.2 Engineering Learnership

## About the Exxaro Belfast Coal engineering learnership

Exxaro Belfast Coal offers engineering learnerships for unemployed youth who want to grow their technical and artisan skills in mining.

The programme has places in Diesel Mechanics, Fitting and Machining, and Electrical Engineering.

You must live within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality to apply. This is an important requirement.

## Learnership places available

These places are advertised:

### Diesel Mechanic, X1

Keyword to use: Diesel Mech

You need Grade 12, NCV Level 4 or N2, with four passed subjects that include:

- Diesel or Motor Trade Theory.
- Engineering Science.
- Engineering Drawing.
- Mathematics.

## Fitting and Machining, X2

Keyword to use: Mechanical Fitter

You need Grade 12, NCV Level 4 or N2, with four passed subjects that include:

- Fitting Theory.
- Engineering Science.
- Engineering Drawing.
- Mathematics.

## Electrical, X1

Keyword to use: Electrical

You need Grade 12, NCV Level 4 or N3, with four passed subjects that include:

- Electrical or Motor Electrical Trade Theory.
- Engineering Science.
- Engineering Drawing or Industrial Electronics.
- Mathematics.

## How many places

The individual positions are:

- Diesel Mechanic, X1
- Fitting and Machining, X2
- Electrical, X1

Together, these add up to four positions.

The source also mentions Engineering Learnership x3, which does not match the individual post numbers. Confirm the final number of places directly with Exxaro.

## Who can apply

You must:

- Be unemployed youth.
- Live within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality.
- Meet the qualification requirements for the trade you choose.

Applicants living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

## Selection process

You may be asked to go through:

- Application screening and verification.
- Psychometric assessment.
- Interviews.
- Medical assessment.

Passing the selection process does not guarantee you a place.

## Documents to prepare

Get these supporting documents ready:

- Updated CV.
- South African ID.
- Matric certificate, where it applies.
- N2 or N3 certificates, where they apply.
- NCV Level 4 certificate, where it applies.
- Academic statement of results.
- Proof of residence within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality.

The source does not say whether documents must be certified, so check this before you submit.

## How to apply

Applications must be sent by email.

Use the email address given with the full listing for Exxaro Belfast Coal.

There is also an online application option for the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships 2026.

Put the keyword for your trade in the email subject line.

Suggested subject lines:

- Diesel Mech
- Mechanical Fitter
- Electrical

Only apply for the trade that matches your qualifications.

## Important application information

Please note that:

- You must live within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality.
- Mathematics is compulsory for the advertised trades.
- Check that your subjects match the trade requirements.
- The programme is aimed at unemployed youth.
- Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- The stipend or salary was not stated.

If you have not heard back within 60 days after the closing date, treat your application as unsuccessful.

## Closing date

17 November 2026

Send your application in before the deadline.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships 2026?

The Exxaro Belfast Coal Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships 2026 is a learnership offered by Exxaro Belfast Coal Section for South African students and applicants interested in Engineering, Commerce/Business, and IT/Computer Science. Exxaro Belfast Coal is offering Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships for 2026 in Belfast, Mpumalanga. The programme is for unemployed youth who live within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality and want to build technical and artisan skills in the mining industry. Applications close on 17 November 2026. You can read the full details, eligibility criteria, and application steps on this page before you apply.

### Who qualifies for the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section learnership?

To qualify for the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section learnership, applicants generally need to meet a few key conditions. These include Be unemployed youth., Reside within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality., and Meet the qualification requirements for the trade they are applying for.. It is open to applicants at Matric and TVET level. Read every requirement carefully on the official listing, because meeting all of them improves your chances of being shortlisted.

### When does the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section learnership close?

According to our sources, the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section learnership closes on 17 November 2026. We last checked this listing on 11 November 2026. We always recommend verifying the closing date on the official listing, as providers sometimes extend or bring forward their deadlines.

### What documents do I need to apply?

Our sources do not list the exact documents required for the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section learnership, so treat the following as a typical guide rather than a confirmed list. Most South African applications ask for a certified copy of your ID, your matric certificate or latest results, an academic transcript, and proof of household income. Confirm the precise document checklist on the official listing before submitting, because requirements vary between providers.

### How do I apply for the Exxaro Belfast Coal Section learnership?

Applications must be submitted by email. Email: Belfast.SoftSkills@exxaro.com Click here to apply for Exxaro Belfast Coal Section 18.2 Engineering Learnerships 2026 Applicants should use the relevant keyword in the email subject line. Suggested subject lines: Diesel Mech Mechanical Fitter Electrical Applicants should ensure that they apply for the trade that matches their qualifications. Apply early and keep a copy of any reference number or confirmation you receive, in case you need to follow up.

## Sources

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Deadline

6 days left

Closes 17 Nov 2026

### Do you qualify?

Check each requirement before you apply.

Be unemployed youth.

Reside within the Emakhazeni Local Municipality.

Meet the qualification requirements for the trade they are applying for.

Applicants living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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