MRTT Learnership opportunity for the Youth of Identified Areas within Nkangala District Municipality

MRTT has published a notice for Building & Civil Construction (Painting) learnership opportunities linked to the Nkangala District Municipality area. Below is a practical checklist and application guide so you can apply correctly.

At a glance

  • Notice link: MRTT (official notice download/page)
  • Opportunity type: Bricklaying (x20), Carpentry (20) and Painting (15)
  • Training Venue: MRTT Ekandustria Training Centre and Emalahleni Training Centre
  • Number of opportunities: x25 (as per notice)
  • Stipend/salary: Not stated on the notice (confirm before accepting any offer)
  • Closing date: 25 February 2026
  • Last verified: 19 February 2026

What this opportunity is

This is a learnership recruitment notice for bricklaying, carpentry and painting-related roles intended to place eligible candidates into structured training and workplace exposure. Exact intake criteria are set out in the notice.

Who it’s for

  • Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements, with minimum requirement of Grade 11, as stated on the official notice.
  • Candidates who can supply CV, ID and certified documents and follow the application method stated in the notice.
  • Applicants in/near the eNkangala, Rethabiseng, Dark City, Zithobeni and Cullinan communities (refer to the official notice).

What you’ll do / learn

  • Practical painting and site-readiness skills appropriate to housing/construction projects.
  • Workplace discipline and basic OHS awareness (typical for site-based learnerships).
  • Structured training aligned to the learnership scope described in the notice.

Application checklist

  • Certified copy of South African ID.
  • Updated CV.
  • Proof of residence (the notice requires local applicants).
  • Certified copy of Matric/NCV/TVET results (or highest qualification).
  • Any prior short-course certificates relevant to painting/construction (optional).
  • Use the correct subject line/reference number (if stated on the notice).

How this opportunity was verified

  • Official notice link checked on 19 February 2026: MRTT portal.
  • Closing date captured from the notice as 25 February 2026.
  • Scam check: no fees should be paid; only use contacts on the notice.

Scam warning

  • Do not pay for forms or “processing”.
  • Avoid unofficial middlemen—use only contacts in the notice.
  • If contact details differ from the notice, verify first.

How to apply

  • Open the official notice on the MRTT Portal
  • Read the eligibility section carefully and confirm you meet the minimum requirements.
  • Prepare your documents (certified where required).
  • Submit exactly as instructed in the notice and keep proof of submission.