UMngeni-uThukela Water Graduate Engineering Programme 2026

UMngeni-uThukela Water is recruiting engineering graduates for a three-year development programme in KwaZulu-Natal. The programme offers Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering streams and aims to develop technical knowledge towards professional registration with ECSA.

Read this first

The programme has openings in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Select the field that matches your qualification.
Applications are submitted by email to ntGraduates@uuw.co.za.
Shortlisted applicants may undergo a competency assessment or security clearance and must produce an original certificate.

At a glance

Employer	UMngeni-uThukela Water
Opportunity	graduate programme
Location	KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Minimum education	Advanced Diploma, BSc or BEng in the relevant discipline: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Experience	No prior experience requirement stated
Industry	Water services and engineering
Duration	Three years
Last checked	2026-10-31
Closing dates	See each location below

What you will do

Complete three years of experiential training with uMngeni-uThukela Water.
Develop technical knowledge through the programme, with the aim of progressing towards professional engineer registration with ECSA.
Demonstrate the proficiencies determined by ECSA for professional registration.

Skills and qualities to highlight

Results-oriented approach
Teamwork
Customer focus
Knowledge of engineering principles and ability to apply them
Ability to communicate well at all levels
Ability to plan and organise workloads effectively

Minimum application requirements

Hold an Advanced Diploma, BSc or BEng in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Hold a valid, unendorsed driver’s licence.
Apply for the engineering stream that matches your qualification.

Documents to prepare

Application
CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Proof of residence

About UMngeni-uThukela Water

UMngeni-uThukela Water is a state-owned entity involved in water management and is the largest supplier of bulk potable water in KwaZulu-Natal. It provides water supply and sanitation services to other water services institutions in its service area. Visit the official UMngeni-uThukela Water website.

Common application mistakes

Choose the discipline that matches your qualification: Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Check that your driver’s licence is both valid and unendorsed.
Include your CV, certified copies of your qualifications and proof of residence with your application.
Send your application to ntGraduates@uuw.co.za by 6 November 2026.
If shortlisted, be prepared for a competency assessment or security clearance and to produce your original certificate.

Scam warning

Do not pay for an application, interview or promised placement. Use the verified application links below. Never share banking PINs, passwords or one-time PINs with a recruiter.

How this opportunity was checked

The role details, application route and employer information were checked against official sources. Use the Apply Here link for the full requirements and application instructions.

How to apply

Select the engineering discipline that matches your qualification: Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Check that you hold an Advanced Diploma, BSc or BEng in that discipline and a valid, unendorsed driver’s licence.
Prepare your application, CV, certified copies of your qualifications and proof of residence.
Email the documents to ntGraduates@uuw.co.za.
Submit your application by 6 November 2026. If shortlisted, be ready to undergo a competency assessment or security clearance and produce your original certificate.

Learnership Resources and Guides

Join our free TELEGRAM channel and never miss a Learnership again.

Join our free Telegram channel