A promising learnership journey – Rand Water is inviting applications for the Horticulture Learnership Programme (NQF Level 2) based at the Rietvlei site in Glenvista, Gauteng. The programme combines classroom learning with practical workplace exposure to build entry-level horticulture skills focused on site maintenance and plant production activities.
At a glance
- Sponsor/Employer: Rand Water
- Opportunity type: Learnership / Internship
- NQF level: NQF Level 2
- Portfolio: Strategic Human Capital
- Location: Rietvlei Site, Glenvista, Gauteng, South Africa
- Reference number: RAN260216-5
- Closing date: 27 February 2026
- Last verified: 17 February 2026
What this opportunity is
This is a structured learnership that blends classroom learning with hands-on workplace training in horticulture. You’ll learn practical skills related to plant production and maintaining horticultural sites, while completing assignments, assessments, and a practical logbook as part of the programme.
About the sponsor
Rand Water is a South African water utility that supplies potable water at scale to customers in Gauteng and surrounding areas. The organisation also supports skills development and employment creation through training initiatives aligned to national skills priorities. Check out the source: https://www.randwater.co.za/aboutus.php
Duties and responsibilities
- Assist with operation and maintenance of horticultural sites and plant production areas.
- Monitor plant growth and health conditions.
- Conduct basic soil preparation and planting activities.
- Assist with maintenance of tools, equipment, and irrigation systems.
- Participate in plant propagation, watering, and fertilising processes.
- Attend classes and participate in discussions and programme activities.
- Complete assignments, projects, assessments, and a practical logbook as required.
What you’ll learn / gain
- Practical, entry-level horticulture skills (plant care, propagation, watering and fertilising).
- Workplace exposure to horticultural site maintenance and plant production activities.
- Experience completing a training logbook, assessments, and structured learning tasks.
Note: This opportunity does not guarantee permanent employment unless the official listing explicitly states otherwise.
Eligibility requirements
Education
- Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy and Life Science (minimum Level 3 in all required subjects).
Experience
Not stated — check the official listing for any additional requirements.
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Other requirements
- Must be unemployed.
- Must not be enrolled at any institution for a qualification and must not be registered in any learnership programme.
- Must not have a completed post-matric qualification (non-disclosure may lead to disqualification).
- South African citizen with a valid SA ID.
- Age: 18–35.
- Must submit/attach a SAQA/NLRD verification report (extract from the NLRD).
- Employment Equity may apply (preference may be given to females and/or people with disabilities, as stated).
Documents to prepare
These documents must accompany your application (as stated in the listing):
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- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- SAQA / NLRD verification report (extract from the NLRD)
- Updated CV (PDF recommended)
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying while employed or while registered for another qualification/learnership.
- Not disclosing a post-matric qualification (the listing warns this can lead to disqualification).
- Uploading unreadable documents (blurry photos instead of clear PDFs).
- Forgetting the SAQA/NLRD verification report upload.
- Submitting uncertified copies where certified copies are required.
- Waiting until the final hours on closing day (portals can get busy).
Scam warning and how to confirm legitimacy
Do not pay to apply. Rand Water warns applicants to be cautious of fraud and states that no money or “reward” is expected from applicants. If you’re unsure, confirm via Rand Water’s official channels and report suspicious activity to the Rand Water hotline (as stated in the listing).
How this opportunity was verified
- We reviewed the official Rand Water eRecruit listing and captured the key details (reference RAN260216-5).
- We confirmed the closing date (27 February 2026) and required documents (including the SAQA/NLRD verification report).
- We kept the official Rand Water eRecruit listing as the only application route in this post.
Closing date
27 February 2026
How to apply
- Open the official application link (blue button below).
- Create an account / log in on the Rand Water eRecruit portal.
- Search for reference RAN260216-5 if needed.
- Upload all required documents (ID, proof of residence, Matric certificate, SAQA/NLRD report, CV).
- Submit before 27 February 2026.