EASTC Technocentric Varsity, in partnership with the Department of Employment and Labour through the Labour Activation Programme (LAP), invites South African youth to apply for Engineering and Trade Learnerships/Skills Programmes in Gauteng.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 22 August 2025 at 12:00 (midday)
Learnership Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa
Open Programmes (Trades)
- Electrician
- Plumber
- Boilermaker
- Civil Construction
- Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration
- Welding
Welding Learnership (200 Beneficiaries) – 12 Months
Requirements
- Grade 11 with Mathematics or minimum Level 4 in Mathematical Literacy.
Documents & General Criteria
- Certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID, CV, and qualifications.
- Must reside in Gauteng Province.
- No age restrictions.
- People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Building & Civil Construction Skills Programme (300 Beneficiaries) – 13 Months
Requirements
- Grade 9. Preference given to applicants with relevant trade experience.
Documents & General Criteria
- Certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID, CV, and qualifications.
- Must reside in Gauteng Province.
- No age restrictions.
- People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Learnership (200 Beneficiaries) – 12 Months
Requirements
- Grade 11 with Mathematics or minimum Level 4 in Mathematical Literacy.
Documents & General Criteria
- Certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID, CV, and qualifications.
- Must reside in Gauteng Province.
- No age restrictions.
- People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Plumbing – Plumbing Hand Skills Programme (300 Beneficiaries) – 13 Months
Requirements
- Grade 9. Preference given to applicants with relevant trade experience.
Documents & General Criteria
- Certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID, CV, and qualifications.
- Must reside in Gauteng Province.
- No age restrictions.
- People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Electrical Learnership (200 Beneficiaries) – 12 Months
Requirements
- Grade 11 with Mathematics or minimum Level 4 in Mathematical Literacy.
Documents & General Criteria (All Programmes)
- Certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID, CV, and qualifications.
- Must reside in Gauteng Province.
- No age restrictions.
- People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
- Hand Delivery: 43 Maxwell Street, Kempton Park, Gauteng
- Email Applications: projects@eastc.co.za
Note: Ensure your documents are correctly certified (within 3 months). Late, incomplete, or uncertified applications may be disqualified.
Why Apply?
- Structured technical training plus on-the-job experience.
- Pathway into scarce-skilled trades.
- Inclusive opportunity with no age limit and strong encouragement for persons with disabilities to apply.
Important Dates & Tips
- Closing date: 22 August 2025, 12:00.
- Submit one clear PDF per document where possible (ID, CV, qualifications, proof of residence if available).
- Use a clear subject line for email: “[Trade] Learnership Application – Your Name” (e.g., “Welding Learnership Application – Thabo Mokoena”).