Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, invites suitably qualified South African applicants to apply for the Artisan Learnership Programme 2026 at the Platreef Mine near Mokopane in Limpopo.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 15 September 2026 at 23:59
Learnership Location: Ivanplats Platreef Mine, near Mokopane, Limpopo, South Africa
Ivanplats Artisan Learnership Programme 2026
Ivanplats is offering artisan learnership opportunities as part of the development of its Platreef mining project in Limpopo.
The programme will provide candidates with structured training towards recognised trade qualifications relevant to technical roles required by the mine.
Successful candidates may participate in the programme for a maximum period of:
3 years
or until they obtain the relevant trade qualification, whichever happens first.
Available Artisan Learnerships
The programme covers the following trades:
- Boilermaker
- Diesel Mechanic
- Fitter and Turner
- Instrumentation
- Mechanical Fitter
- Millwright
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
Grade 12 / Matric
with:
Mathematics – minimum 60%
and
Physical Science – minimum 60%
Applicants must also have an:
N2 qualification in Engineering Studies
and at least:
2 years’ working experience as an Artisan Assistant
Additional Programme Requirements
Candidates must be prepared to work both underground and on surface as required by the mining operation.
Applicants must also:
- Pass the relevant medical fitness examination.
- Be willing to undergo the required capability assessments.
- Be willing to participate in mining-related workplace training.
- Meet the requirements associated with the relevant artisan trade.
Learnership Duration
Successful candidates will be enrolled in the artisan learnership programme for a maximum period of:
3 years
or until the candidate receives the applicable trade qualification, whichever occurs first.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must attach the following documents:
- Updated CV.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- South African identity document.
- Letter from the relevant Tribal Authority / Induna.
Applicants should ensure that all required documents are included before submitting the application.
Who Will Receive Preference?
Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding the Ivanplats Platreef Mine.
Women are also encouraged to apply.
Applications are open to:
South African citizens
and
Permanent RSA residents
How to Apply for Ivanplats Artisan Learnerships 2026
Applications must be submitted online.
Click here to apply for Ivanplats Artisan Learnerships 2026
The supplied advertisement also directs applicants to www.ivanhoecommunities.com for applications.
Applicants should submit their applications before the closing date because late applications will not be considered.
Learnership Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
15 September 2026 at 23:59
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Important Reference Number Note
The vacancy page is listed as:
Artisan Learnership – REF: IVP-HRD-2620
However, the body of the supplied advertisement states:
ARTISAN LEARNERSHIPS – REF: IVP-HRD 2612
Applicants should therefore check the official application page carefully and use the reference displayed on the live Ivanplats recruitment system when submitting their application.
Important Application Notes
Candidates must be willing to work in underground and surface mining environments and must successfully complete the required medical fitness and capability assessments.
If applicants do not receive feedback from Ivanplats within 14 days after the closing date, they should consider their applications unsuccessful.