Genet Mineral Processing Opens Learnerships in Four Artisan Trades for 2026

Who can apply

• No. Candidates must also have completed N2 with the relevant trade subjects.
• The school requirements include a National Senior Certificate with Mathematics and Physical Science at 40% or higher. An N3 qualification provides an alternative for the Mathematics and Physical Science criteria.
• However, the N3 alternative does not remove the requirement for completed N2 studies with the subjects relevant to your selected trade.
• Mathematical Literacy does not meet the Mathematics criterion.

Documents you will need

• Identity document
• Grade 12 certificate
• Relevant N2 and N3 results, where applicable
• Proof of residence, including an affidavit
• Your curriculum vitae should include your current telephone number, email address, qualifications and relevant technical subjects.
• Also, check that every attachment opens correctly. Clear filenames such as “Name-Surname-N2-Results” can help identify your documents.
• Genet will not consider incomplete applications or applications that do not meet the requirements.
• Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: List the two required N2 subjects for your chosen trade directly beneath your qualification in your curriculum vitae. Then attach the results that support them. This makes the connection between your studies and the learnership easy to see.

How to apply

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

Full details

Genet Mineral Processing has opened 2026 learnership opportunities in fitting, electrical work, diesel mechanics and boilermaking. Candidates need Grade 12 and completed N2 studies with subjects relevant to their chosen trade. Applications close on 14 September 2026, with preference for employee dependants and residents of specified communities around its operations.

For candidates who have completed technical college studies, these opportunities offer a route towards practical skills development in an industrial environment.

However, choosing the correct trade matters. Your N2 subjects must match the learnership requirements, and your application must include certified supporting documents and proof of residence.

What are the main learnership details?

• Company: Genet Mineral Processing
• Available trades: Fitter, Electrician, Diesel Mechanical and Boilermaker
• Minimum education: Grade 12 and completed N2 studies with the required technical subjects
• Mathematics requirement: At least 40%, excluding Mathematical Literacy, or an N3 qualification
• Physical Science requirement: At least 40%, or an N3 qualification
• Selection process: Assessments for shortlisted candidates and a required medical examination
• Application method: Email
• Closing date: 14 September 2026

Which subjects do you need for each Genet learnership?

Although the four trades share the same general school requirements, each requires a different combination of N2 subjects.

Therefore, check your actual results before choosing a learnership.

Fitter Learnership

Candidates must have completed N2 with:

• Engineering Drawing
• Fitter Trade Theory

When preparing your curriculum vitae, list these subjects clearly under your technical qualifications.

Electrician Learnership

Candidates must have completed N2 with:

• Industrial Electronics
• Electrical Trade Theory

An engineering qualification title alone does not show whether you meet these requirements. Include your results so the recruitment team can identify the relevant subjects.

Diesel Mechanical Learnership

Candidates must have completed N2 with:

• Engineering Drawing
• Diesel Trade Theory

Use Diesel Mechanical Trade Learnership in your application subject line, as specified for this opportunity.

Boilermaker Learnership

Candidates must have completed N2 with:

• Plater Steel and Structural Drawing
• Plating Trade Theory

Before submitting, check that your supporting results clearly show both required subjects.

Does Grade 12 alone meet the requirements?

No. Candidates must also have completed N2 with the relevant trade subjects.

The school requirements include a National Senior Certificate with Mathematics and Physical Science at 40% or higher. An N3 qualification provides an alternative for the Mathematics and Physical Science criteria.

However, the N3 alternative does not remove the requirement for completed N2 studies with the subjects relevant to your selected trade.

Mathematical Literacy does not meet the Mathematics criterion.

Which applicants will receive preference?

Genet gives preference to employee dependants and residents of the following communities:

• Phola
• Ogies
• Wilge
• Empumelelweni
• Witbank
• Balmoral
• Klipfontein Farm
• Arbor
• KwaGuqa
• Kendal
• Ackerville
• Lynnville
• Hlalanikahle
• Klarinet
• Bronkhorstspruit
• KwaMhlanga

Applicants must provide proof of residence, including an affidavit.

Your residential address on your curriculum vitae does not replace these supporting documents. Therefore, prepare your residence paperwork alongside your academic records.

Which documents must candidates prepare?

Prepare a brief curriculum vitae and certified copies of the required supporting documents:

Your curriculum vitae should include your current telephone number, email address, qualifications and relevant technical subjects.

Also, check that every attachment opens correctly. Clear filenames such as “Name-Surname-N2-Results” can help identify your documents.

Genet will not consider incomplete applications or applications that do not meet the requirements.

Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: List the two required N2 subjects for your chosen trade directly beneath your qualification in your curriculum vitae. Then attach the results that support them. This makes the connection between your studies and the learnership easy to see.

What happens during the selection process?

Shortlisted applicants will undergo a series of assessments.

In addition, candidates must successfully pass the required medical examination.

Meeting the academic requirements does not guarantee selection. Keep your contact details accurate and monitor your messages so you can respond to any assessment instructions.

Are the stipend and programme duration confirmed?

The learnership notices do not specify a stipend amount or programme duration.

Candidates should confirm these terms directly with Genet when discussing a placement. This will help them plan for travel, accommodation and other practical commitments.

How should applications be submitted?

Email your brief curriculum vitae and certified supporting documents to:

[email protected]

Use the subject line that matches your chosen trade:

• Fitter: Genet Learnership: Fitter Trade Learnership
• Electrician: Genet Learnership: Electrician Trade Learnership
• Diesel Mechanical: Genet Learnership: Diesel Mechanical Trade Learnership
• Boilermaker: Genet Learnership: Boilermaker Trade Learnership

Before sending your email:

1. Match your selected trade to your N2 subjects.
2. Check that you have attached every required document.
3. Confirm that your supporting copies are certified.
4. Include your proof of residence and affidavit.
5. Review the subject line and recipient address.
6. Send your application before 14 September 2026.
7. Keep a copy of the sent email and attachments.

The application instructions state that candidates who receive no feedback within eight weeks should regard their applications as unsuccessful.

What are the frequently asked questions?

Can I qualify with Grade 12 only?

No. You must also have completed N2 with the subjects required for your chosen trade.

Is Mathematical Literacy accepted?

Mathematical Literacy does not meet the Mathematics criterion. The requirements allow Mathematics at 40% or higher, or an N3 qualification.

Must I submit proof of residence?

Yes. Your application must include proof of residence, including an affidavit.

Is a medical examination required?

Yes. Candidates must successfully pass the required medical examination.

When do applications close?

Applications for all four trades close on 14 September 2026.

Final Thoughts

The Genet Mineral Processing learnerships 2026 offer four technical pathways for candidates with the required school qualifications and N2 subjects.

Start by matching your academic results to the correct trade. Then prepare your certified documents, residence affidavit and email subject line carefully.

A complete application should make your qualifications easy to assess and reach Genet before 14 September 2026.

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