Afrimat Industries is recruiting a Graduate in Training Mechanical Engineer in Lichtenburg, North West. Applicants need Grade 12, a BSc Mechanical Engineering degree and a valid driver’s licence, and must be medically fit for the role.
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- The role is based in Lichtenburg, North West.
- You must be medically fit under the Mine Health and Safety Act and the company’s medical fitness standards.
- Applications from designated groups and historically disadvantaged students receive priority consideration.
At a glance
| Employer | Afrimat Industries (Pty) Ltd |
| Opportunity | trainee |
| Location | Lichtenburg, North West, South Africa |
| Minimum education | BSc Mechanical Engineering degree |
| Experience | No prior experience requirement stated |
| Industry | Mining and materials |
| Last checked | 2026-10-31 |
| Closing date | 30 November 2026 |
What you will do
- Complete Afrimat’s engineering intern programme.
- Assist with maintenance improvement projects across Afrimat.
- Attend site meetings to understand operational conditions.
- Assist with improving the maintenance and availability of mining equipment.
Skills and qualities to highlight
- Mechanical engineering principles
- Knowledge of mechanical and electronic equipment and engineering principles in the heavy machinery industry
- Theoretical knowledge of process plant and equipment optimisation
- Technical knowledge for root cause failure analysis investigations
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to communicate complex ideas verbally and in writing
- Self-driven attitude and willingness to learn
Minimum application requirements
- Grade 12
- BSc Mechanical Engineering degree
- Valid driver’s licence
- Medical fitness under the Mine Health and Safety Act and Afrimat’s medical fitness standards
Documents to prepare
- CV
- Certified ID copy
About Afrimat Industries (Pty) Ltd
Afrimat is a mid-tier mining and materials company that supplies construction materials, industrial minerals and bulk commodities. This graduate-in-training role is based at Afrimat Industries in Lichtenburg and supports engineering and maintenance work related to mining equipment. Visit the official Afrimat Industries (Pty) Ltd website.
Common application mistakes
- Submit your CV and certified ID copy together in one file; the file must not exceed 3 MB.
- Use the application form on the vacancy page rather than sending your application by email.
- Complete the required contact and location fields and provide the required consent.
- Do not omit the certified ID copy from the combined file.
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How this opportunity was checked
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How to apply
- Open the Afrimat vacancy page for the GIT Mechanical Engineer position.
- Prepare your CV and certified ID copy and combine them into one file no larger than 3 MB.
- Complete the application form, including the required name, contact number, email address, province and city fields.
- Upload the combined file, provide the required consent and submit the form.
- Submit your application by 30 November 2026.
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Application closing date
Closing date: 30 November 2026