Rand Water invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme: NQF Level 5 for 2026.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 11 June 2026
Learnership Location: Glenvista, Gauteng, South Africa
Rand Water Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme 2026
Rand Water is offering a Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme: NQF Level 5 for young South Africans who are currently unemployed and want to gain practical workplace experience.
Rand Water is one of the biggest water utilities in the world and supplies quality potable water to millions of people in South Africa’s economic heartland.
This learnership forms part of Rand Water’s commitment to employment creation, skills development and the production of scarce and critical skills in line with the National Skills Development Strategy.
Learnership Details
Company: Rand Water
Programme: Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme: NQF Level 5
Reference Number: RAN260529-1
Portfolio: Strategic Human Capital
Job Type Classification: Contract
Location: Glenvista, Gauteng
Site: Rietvlei
Country: South Africa
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must not be employed.
Applicants must not be enrolled with any institution for a qualification and must not be registered in any other learnership programme.
Applicants must not have a completed post-matric qualification. Rand Water states that failure to disclose post-matric qualifications will result in disqualification.
Applicants who already have a post-matric qualification must not apply, as they will not be considered.
Applicants must have Matric / Grade 12 with the following subjects:
Mathematics with a minimum of Level 4 or higher, or Maths Literacy with a minimum of Level 5 or higher, together with Physical Science at a minimum of Level 4 or higher.
Alternatively, applicants must have Mathematics with a minimum of Level 4 or higher, or Maths Literacy with a minimum of Level 5 or higher, together with Business Studies at a minimum of Level 4 or higher.
Applicants must be South African citizens and must have a valid South African ID.
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35, in line with the NSDSIII.
Required Documents
The following documents must accompany your application:
Certified copy of your South African ID document.
Certified copy of your Matric certificate.
SAQA / NLRD verification report.
Updated CV.
Applicants must submit or attach a SAQA / NLRD verification report, which can be obtained from the SAQA website under the SAQA Verifications Service, Extract from the NLRD.
Primary Duties
Successful applicants will be expected to manage office records, filing systems and correspondence.
They will prepare reports, letters and official documents, and handle incoming and outgoing mail.
Learners will communicate professionally with the public, clients and internal staff.
They will also respond to queries, complaints and requests for information while maintaining good customer service standards.
Other duties include assisting with meeting planning, preparing schedules, taking minutes during meetings and monitoring the progress of departmental projects and programmes.
Learners will also ensure that work is aligned with public service policies and procedures.
Office and Administration Duties
Successful candidates will be expected to follow government regulations and ethical standards.
They must maintain integrity and accountability in all tasks.
Learners will use Microsoft Word, Excel, email and office systems.
They will capture data, maintain electronic records, prepare presentations and work with spreadsheets.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitude
Applicants should have knowledge of Rand Water’s mandate and its contribution to the water sector.
Candidates must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Applicants must also be self-motivated and results-driven.
Who Should Apply?
This learnership is suitable for unemployed South African youth who have completed Matric but do not have a completed post-matric qualification.
It is a good opportunity for young people who are interested in administration, public service, office support, customer service and records management.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Rand Water Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme 2026.
Applicants must apply online before the closing date and ensure that all required supporting documents are attached.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Rand Water Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme 2026 is 11 June 2026.
Late applications may not be considered, so applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Final Thoughts
The Rand Water Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme 2026 is a valuable opportunity for unemployed youth who want to gain workplace experience in administration and public service.
Applicants who meet the requirements should submit their applications before 11 June 2026.