Rand Water Operations Learnership 2025: How to Apply
Rand Water is currently inviting applications for its Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Operations Learnership Programme, an NQF Level 2 initiative designed to empower and equip South African youth with valuable skills.
The programme provides 25 learnerships and is accessible to young people who match the conditions set by Rand Water, one of the world’s leading water companies.
About Rand Water
Rand Water, founded in 1903, has a long history of delivering safe drinking water to more than 12 million South Africans, mainly in Gauteng, the country’s economic heartland. Operating in a region with no naturally sustainable water supplies, Rand Water has depended on inventive engineering solutions to provide water effectively.
This learnership programme is consistent with the organization’s objective to alleviating skill shortages, promoting economic growth, and furthering the National Skills growth Strategy (NSDS III).
Programme Overview
The Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Operations Learnership Programme is an internship that aims to offer participants with practical and theoretical understanding of running and maintaining water and wastewater treatment facilities. Participants will also receive experience in quality control, laboratory work, and equipment maintenance.
The training will take place at Rand Water’s Rietvlei location in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and will involve classroom instruction, hands-on practice, and a variety of activities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Rand Water Operations Learnership Programme, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Unemployed Status: Applicants must not be working or enrolled in any other educational institution or learnership program.
- Educational Background: Candidates must have a Grade 12 certificate in Mathematics and Physical Science with a minimum level of 3 in each.
- Age Range: To meet the NSDS III targets, applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Qualification Restrictions: Applicants who already hold a post-matriculation qualification will not be accepted. To avoid disqualification, candidates must reveal any qualifications they hold.
- SA Citizenship: Applicants must be South African citizens with a valid SA ID.
- Verification: An SAQA/NLRD verification report, available on the SAQA website, must accompany the application.
Documents Required
To apply for this learnership, applicants must provide the following documents:
- A certified copy of their ID.
- Proof of residence.
- A certified copy of their Matric Certificate.
- SAQA/NLRD verification report.
- A comprehensive CV.
Key Responsibilities
The Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Operations Learnership Programme aims to give learners with practical experience and academic knowledge in the following areas:
- Operating and maintaining water and wastewater treatment plants.
- Monitoring water and wastewater quality parameters.
- Conducting basic laboratory tests.
- Maintaining equipment and instruments.
- Sampling and analysing water and wastewater.
- Completing classwork, assignments, and projects.
- Participating in discussions and practical activities.
- Writing evaluations and keeping a practical diary to monitor progress.
Skills and Attributes
Successful candidates should have a basic understanding of numeracy and communication, as well as abilities in:
- Communication and teamwork.
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Time management and organizational skills.
Adaptability and flexibility
Candidates should also have a good attitude, a desire to better themselves, and respect for their colleagues and the business. They must also show initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn in a dynamic setting.
Application Deadline
Interested individuals must submit their applications by June 9, 2025. Applications must be full and contain all necessary papers in order to be evaluated.
Location:
- Country: South Africa
- Province: Gauteng
- City: Johannesburg
- Site: Rietvlei
How to Apply
Eligible applicants who match the requirements should prepare their documentation and apply via Rand Water’s approved methods. Remember that applications that are incomplete or erroneous will not be evaluated.
This learnership offers a unique chance to contribute to the critical water and wastewater treatment business while learning useful skills.
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