Drakenstein Municipality, an equal opportunity employer, in partnership with the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA), invites eligible unemployed local youth (18–30 years old) to apply for the MERSETA Funded Technical Programmes for 2025–2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 11 August 2025
Internship Location: Marula Platinum Mine, Limpopo, South Africa Date for Emailed Applications: 15 August 2025 at 23:59
Closing Date for Hardcopy Applications: 15 August 2025 at 15:30
Location: Drakenstein Municipality, Civic Centre, Bergriver Boulevard, Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa
Available Learning Programme
OFO Code: 2021-653101
Programme Type: Apprenticeship
Qualification Title: Occupational Certificate: Automotive Mechanic
Qualification Code: 97990
Number of Learners Required: 12
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Mathematics or Mathematics Literacy (Pass result)
- Aged between 18 and 30 years
- Permanently residing in the Drakenstein Municipal area
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following:
- Personal cover letter
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of ID, qualifications/results, and academic record (certification not older than 3 months)
- Municipal account letter or municipal utility bill as proof of residence
Preference Will Be Given To
- Women
- People with disabilities permanently residing in Drakenstein Municipality
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted via email or hand-delivered:
Email Applications: MechanicalAppies@drakenstein.gov.za
Hand Deliver To:
Drakenstein Municipality
Civic Centre, Bergriver Boulevard
Paarl, 7646
Human Resources – Training and Development Section
Contact Persons:
- Mrs. Alana Cupido – 021 807 4685
- Ms. Celeste Erenstzen – 021 807 7787
Important:
- Only one application per applicant will be considered.
- Do not send original certificates.
- Failure to submit all required documents will result in automatic disqualification.
- Applicants who do not receive feedback by 31 October 2025 should consider their application unsuccessful.