Gold Fields Learner Miner Learnership 2026 – South Deep Gold Mine | Grade 12 Required
Are you interested in starting a career in the mining industry? Gold Fields South Deep Gold Mine is offering an opportunity for aspiring employees and prospective applicants from its host communities to participate in a formal Learner Miner Learnership Programme.
The opportunity is based at South Deep Gold Mine in Westonaria, Gauteng, and is designed to provide practical, work-based training that helps learners develop the technical and workplace skills required for a career in mining.
The programme is administered through the Human Resource Development Department and offers learners an opportunity to gain practical exposure while developing their knowledge and understanding of safe mining operations.
Learner Miner Learnership Details
- Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
- Mine: South Deep Gold Mine
- Position: Learner Miner
- Job Grading: NG
- Department: Human Resource Development
- Location: Westonaria, South Deep, Gauteng
- Job Type: Learnership
- Date Posted: 18 August 2026
- Closing Date: 26 August 2026
About the Learnership
South Deep Gold Mine is inviting suitable candidates who are interested in pursuing a career in mining to enter into a formal Learner Miner Learnership Programme.
The programme provides practical, work-based training intended to help learners adapt to the world of work and develop skills that can improve their future employability.
Learners will be expected to participate in technical training, workplace activities, safety programmes, assessments, and other development activities throughout the learnership.
Host Community Requirement
This opportunity has a specific focus on applicants from South Deep’s host communities.
To qualify as an applicant from a host community, you must either:
- Be a resident of one of the listed host communities; or
- Have successfully completed Grade 12 / Matric at a school located within one of the listed host communities.
The host communities specified in the vacancy are:
- Bekkersdaal
- Zuurberkom
- Thusanang
- Hillshaven
- Westonaria
- Poortjie
- Simunye
- Kalbasfontein
- Jachtfontein
Applicants should carefully consider this requirement before applying.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 or an equivalent qualification.
- Alternatively, an N3 qualification with two languages passed.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a mining operation.
- Must be declared medically fit for the position and working environment.
- Must successfully complete the required risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre.
- Must pass the required Heat Tolerance Screening test.
- Must successfully complete any additional assessments or tests required to determine suitability for employment.
The medical and other suitability requirements are important because mining environments can involve specific occupational health and safety risks.
Key Competencies
Successful learners will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, learning, teamwork, and professional conduct.
Key competencies include:
- Following all applicable mine health and safety rules and regulations.
- Participating in technical training prescribed by the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) and Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE).
- Maintaining consistent performance during scheduled technical evaluation cycles.
- Taking personal responsibility for career development.
- Participating in developmental discussions.
- Engaging with the Human Resource Development and technical oversight teams.
- Receiving and applying feedback.
- Following company conditions of employment, policies, and code of conduct.
- Working effectively as part of a team.
- Supporting a positive team environment.
- Upholding the values of South Deep Gold Mine.
- Communicating effectively in spoken and written English.
South Deep Values
Learners will be expected to demonstrate the values of:
- Safety
- Respect
- Collaboration
- Responsibility
These values form an important part of working effectively and safely within the mining environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
During the programme, learners may be required to perform a range of practical duties under appropriate supervision.
Responsibilities include:
- Consistently applying safe working practices.
- Following prescribed standards, procedures, and site requirements.
- Identifying and reporting safety, health, environmental, and operational risks.
- Escalating incidents and accidents to the appropriate supervisor.
- Participating in risk assessments with an Artisan before work is carried out.
- Assisting Artisans with daily maintenance activities.
- Handling tools safely.
- Cleaning and storing tools correctly after use.
- Maintaining good housekeeping in workshops.
- Keeping maintenance areas clean and organised.
- Maintaining good housekeeping in general areas around the plant.
- Reporting hazards that could affect the health and safety of employees.
- Performing standby duties when required.
Learners will be expected to follow instructions and work under the appropriate supervision while developing their practical skills.
Medical and Safety Requirements
Mining is a safety-sensitive industry. Applicants must therefore be able to meet the occupational health requirements applicable to the position.
Candidates who progress through the recruitment process will be required to undergo a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and complete a Heat Tolerance Screening test, together with any other assessments considered necessary.
Applicants should only apply if they understand and are prepared to meet these requirements.
Employment Equity
Gold Fields is committed to advancing its Employment Equity (EE) strategy through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
The company states that Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and persons with disabilities may apply.
Selection will take place in accordance with the company’s recruitment and Employment Equity requirements.
Documents Required
Applicants are specifically advised that all required documentation must be uploaded to the online application in order to be considered for shortlisting.
Candidates should ensure that their documents are clear, accurate, and available before starting the application process.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Learner Miner opportunity is: 26 August 2026
Because the closing date is approaching, eligible candidates are encouraged to complete their applications before the deadline.
Important Recruitment Notice
Gold Fields states that its Code of Conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.
Applicants should therefore never pay anyone in exchange for a job, interview, application, or recruitment assistance.
If you experience difficulties while applying or require assistance with the application process, the vacancy provides the following Recruitment Hub contact number: 011 411 1387
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should apply through the official Gold Fields recruitment platform for the Learner Miner position.
When applying, make sure that:
1. You meet the host community requirements.
2. You meet the educational and experience requirements.
3. Your required documentation is ready.
4. All documents are uploaded with your online application.
5. Your personal and contact information is accurate.
6. You submit your application before 26 August 2026.
Final Note
The Gold Fields South Deep Learner Miner Learnership 2026 offers eligible candidates from the specified host communities an opportunity to gain practical work-based mining experience and develop technical and workplace skills.
However, applicants must pay particular attention to the host community requirement, Grade 12/N3 qualification requirement, minimum two years’ mining experience, and medical fitness requirements before applying.
Closing Date: 26 August 2026