FLSmidth invites suitably qualified South African applicants to apply for the Apprenticeship Programme 2026 in Kempton Park, Gauteng.
Apprenticeship Application Closing Date: 18 November 2026
Apprenticeship Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Full-time
Job Requisition ID: R31526
About the FLSmidth Apprenticeship
FLSmidth is offering an apprenticeship opportunity for candidates who want to build a career in a technical trade environment.
Successful candidates will form part of the Europe, Middle East and Africa regions and mining team and will gain exposure to a multinational working environment.
The apprenticeship combines structured training with practical workplace experience and is aimed at developing technical skills, teamwork, safety awareness and quality workmanship.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have either:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics or Technical Mathematics and English, with at least Level 3 or 40% or higher; or
- N3 Mechanical qualification.
Applicants should note that Mathematical Literacy will not be considered.
Advantageous Experience
Previous exposure to or experience in a technical environment will be advantageous.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should have:
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Willingness to learn.
- Interest in developing technical skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Commitment to quality standards.
- Commitment to safety standards.
- Positive attitude.
- Self-motivation.
- Interest in building a career in a technical trade.
Documents Required
Applicants must include the following with their application:
- Updated CV.
- Copy of qualifications.
- Copy of South African ID.
FLSmidth also advises applicants to exclude unnecessary personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children and photographs from application documents.
Selection Process
Suitable candidates may be subjected to personal suitability checks, including:
- Criminal record checks.
- Citizenship checks.
- Qualification verification.
- Employment verification.
FLSmidth may review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Employment Equity
FLSmidth is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official FLSmidth careers portal.
Click here to apply for FLSmidth Apprenticeship 2026
Applicants should ensure that their CV, qualifications and ID are uploaded before submitting the application.
Important Application Information
Applicants should ensure that:
- They meet the Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requirement.
- Mathematical Literacy is not submitted as a substitute.
- Their qualification documents are attached.
- Their ID is attached.
- Their CV is complete and up to date.
- They apply before the closing date.
- They apply as early as possible because applications may be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Closing Date
18 November 2026
Late applications may not be considered.