Implats – Engineering Learnership – Boilermaking

If you’ve completed an N2 or NCV Level 4 in Boilermaking and you’re ready to turn theory into hands-on plant experience, this learnership is worth a look. Impala Platinum Refineries (Implats) is offering an Engineering Learnership – Boilermaking in Springs, Gauteng, structured to build the practical skills needed to progress toward artisan certification.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a structured artisan learnership designed to develop boilermaking capability through workplace exposure and guided training in an industrial mining/refining environment. The programme is intended to build the skills and workplace competence required to progress toward a recognised trade test outcome.

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll receive structured on-the-job training and practical exposure that supports your development as a boilermaking artisan, including fabrication, maintenance and repair work aligned to the programme scope.

• Receive structured on-the-job training in a real industrial environment
• Build a foundation in fabrication, maintenance and repair practices
• Gain exposure to structural steel fabrication and installation
• Support maintenance and repair of plant equipment
• Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Work safely and efficiently in a production-driven environment

Note: This is a learnership programme and does not guarantee permanent employment unless the employer confirms otherwise.

Eligibility requirements

• Completed N2 or NCV Level 4 Certificate in Boilermaking
• N2 subjects must include Mathematics, Engineering Science, Structural Steel Drawing, and Plater Trade Theory
• Basic understanding of boilermaking trade principles
• Medical fitness to work at both BMR and PMR plants

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Qualifications (N2 or NCV Level 4)
• Statement of results
• Clear contact details (phone + email)

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About the sponsor

Implats is a fully integrated producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with mining operations and refining/processing facilities in Southern Africa and Canada. The group’s metals are supplied into a range of industrial and technology-related end markets. Read more about Implats on the Implats Website

Quick tips for applicants

• Make sure your N2/NCV Boilermaking proof and statement of results are clear and readable.
• If you have workshop exposure (school practicals, projects, short courses), add it under “Practical experience”.
• Keep all documents in one combined PDF if the portal requires it.
• Submit before 11 March 2026.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Uploading incomplete documents (missing ID, qualifications, or results)
• Submitting unclear scans/photos instead of a readable PDF
• Applying without the required N2 subjects or NCV Level 4 Boilermaking proof
• Waiting until the last day and missing the closing date

Scam warning (important)

Never pay a fee to apply. Use only official Implats application channels and double-check the website domain before uploading personal documents.

How this opportunity was verified

Verified by us on 07 March 2026 by checking the official Implats careers listing for Engineering Learner: Boilermaking and confirming sponsor background on Implats’ official website.

How to apply

1. Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
2. Prepare your CV, ID, qualifications and statement of results.
3. Submit your application through the official route before 11 March 2026.