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The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources invites qualified applicants to apply for its Learner Inspector Programme vacancies. The closing date for applications is 20 November 2026.
What the programme is about
The Learner Inspector Programme gives fresh South African graduates a chance to learn on the job inside the Mine Health and Safety Inspectorate. It is a paid learnership that runs from 2026 to 2029 and prepares you for a future Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) or Mine Managers Certificate of Competency (MMC).
- Where you will work: Pretoria Head Office, Gauteng, South Africa
- Number of places: 2
- Monthly stipend: R 8 174.75
Who can apply
You should have finished a degree or national diploma in one of the following areas:
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
You also need to have taken the required subjects that count toward a GCC or MMC and be ready to work underground.
Special requirement
Because the job involves going underground, you must hold a valid Certificate of Fitness before you start.
Two learnership positions
| Ref. No. | Position | Qualification needed | Stipend (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMPR/LIP/2026/001 | Mine Health & Safety Learner Inspector – Engineering | National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or Mechanical Engineering | R 8 174.75 |
| DMPR/LIP/2026/002 | Mine Health & Safety Learner Inspector – Mining Engineering | National Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering | R 8 174.75 |
Who should think about applying?
- You are a South African graduate with an engineering qualification.
- You meet the subject rules for the GCC or MMC route.
- You are interested in mine health and safety.
- You are okay with working underground and have a Certificate of Fitness.
Documents you must send
- A recent Z83 Application for Employment form (one form for each position).
- A detailed CV that shows your education and any work experience.
- At least three references you can be contacted about.
If you make it to the interview stage, you will need to bring certified copies of all qualifications. Those copies must be dated within the last six months.
How to fill out the Z83 form correctly
- Complete every field – no blanks.
- Write clearly and legibly.
- Check that all information is true.
- Sign and date the form.
If you want to apply for both positions, submit a separate Z83 form for each. Only the first position listed on any single form will be considered.
How to apply
Online (recommended):
- Go to the official DMPR e‑Recruitment portal: https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za/
- Create a user profile and set your login details.
- Fill in your personal information, upload the Z83 form, CV and references.
- Quote the correct reference number (001 or 002) when you submit.
By post or courier:
The Director-General
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Private Bag X59
Pretoria
0001
South Africa
By hand delivery:
Trevenna Campus
Corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street
Pretoria
South Africa
Questions you can ask
- Ms N Sam – 012 444 3722
- Mr S Ngcaweni – 012 444 3021
What happens after you apply?
Shortlisted candidates will go through several checks:
- Suitability and background checks
- Criminal record verification
- Citizenship confirmation
- Financial and asset review
- Qualification and employment verification
- Security clearance
You may also be asked to give consent under the POPI Act so the department can run these checks.
If you do not hear back within three months after the closing date, treat the outcome as unsuccessful.
Remember: the deadline to submit your application is 20 November 2026. Prepare your documents now, follow the steps above, and you could start a rewarding career in mine health and safety.