Lonmin Learnership Opportunities for 2023/2024

If you’re looking to embark on an enriching learning journey and gain valuable hands-on experience, the Lonmin Learnership Opportunities for 2023/2024 might be your ideal path.

Lonmin has come a long way. It originated in the 1900s as a Rhodesian Mining company. Lonmin was formerly part of a British platinum mining group, and they first started mining in the bushveld of South Africa. It is still registered as a London office; however, their Operational Headquarters is situated in Johannesburg, South Africa. Their main mining concerns are situated within Marikana and Limpopo. They are known to be producers of the platinum group of metals and offers great Lonmin Learnerships opportunities.

Each year this company offers learnerships to a variety of communities within South Africa. Individuals from these community’s aid in their strategy to combat poverty, reduce unemployment and aid in creating skilled workers. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are invited to apply?if they meet all stipulated requirements.

The company provides practical training, as well as theoretical teachings, done by experts in each field. The duration will depend on the field of expertise you decide to follow. Successful candidates will be required to sign a legally binding contract for the duration of the learnership, or as is agreed upon by the company and the selected candidate.

Theoretical training will consist of about 40% of the learnership. Each stage will consist of structured learning components, done by accredited learning institutes. This has been proven to be thoroughly effective for the company, as well as the learner. Workplace training will make up the other 60% of the learnership. This will be structured in accordance to the standards as determined by the learning units. It also includes structured work (hands-on) training, completed within the workplace.

The company may include accommodation, pension fund, and medical aid, at its own discretion. Learners will receive a monthly stipend. Meals and transport will not be covered by the company, and candidates are thus required to ensure that they have own transport. Lonmin is an equal opportunity employer, they aim to assist in stabilizing the economy of South Africa, while also providing skilled workers within all scarce fields.

Lonmin Learnerships Available

There are numerous learnerships made available yearly, some of these include the following options:

• Rock Engineer
• Electrical Engineer
• Chemical Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Diamond Processing
• Jewelry Manufacturing
• Diesel Mechanics
• Administration
• Human Resources
• Financing
• Metallurgy
• Instrumentation
• Analytical Chemistry
• Rigger
• Fitting and Turning
• Boiler-making
• Welding

Requirements

Candidates must include a detailed curriculum vitae with contact details, contactable references, as well as any information they feel may be pertinent to their application.? Please also include certified copies of all relevant certificates, ID documentation and proof of address no older than three months.? Candidates must be permanent South African residents and citizens.

Most candidates will also be required to have the following:

• Matric / Grade 12 or NQF 4
• Must have Mathematics and Science with pass rate on Standard Grade 60% or higher and on Higher Grade 50% or higher
• Proficient in English, read, write and speak
• Great hand-and-eye coordination
• Skilled in using MS Office ? Computer literate
• Be self-motivated and a team player
• Flexibility with a commitment to learn, but moreover willingness to work
• No sensory restriction

Practically Orientated with Numerical Skills.

• Must have a step-by-step procedural approach to all duties.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Follow instructions and procedures.

Duties may include:

• Candidates will be required to apply their expertise and skills, as well as knowledge of technology
• They must complete all the phases, of the development program, in allocated time frame
• You must ensure that objectives of each task are met and thoroughly understood.
• They must deliver results as is expected from them.
• Candidates must be able to adapt and respond to any changes accordingly.
• They must be able to cope with stress, pressure, and setbacks.
• You must be able to assist other team members in completing tasks.
• Report as well as communicate with team members, and seniors.
• Achieve all goals?and objectives.
• Promote and support a positive work environment.
• Build and maintain relationships within the work environment.
• Perform tasks in accordance with safety standards.
• Adhere to all regulations set by the mining authority and senior management.

Lonmin Learnerships Application

Learnerships online applications process are only made available once the company opens their applications. Candidates can enquire from their University Campus Career center for open learnerships or contact Lonmin offices. For any additional information, candidates can send an inquiry to Lonmin using their contact page.

Will the learner be paid?

There is a specified minimum learner allowance that must be paid to unemployed learners in a learnership. This is not a salary but covers expenses like travel and meals. Again, you should contact the relevant SETA for more information.

Note: The amount paid as a learner allowance depends on the SETA, type of learnership and the level of qualification. The allowances and conditions are agreed to with each learner before the commencement of the learnership.

How long does it ta ke to complete a learnership?

Learnerships will last as long as it takes to complete the qualification. This means that if the duration of the qualification is two years, then the learnership will last for that period of time.

What does a learner receive on completion?

During the learnership, learners will be required to complete assignments, tasks and practical tests and projects. They will be formally assessed in the classroom and workplace.

If all these assignments are completed successfully, they will be awarded an NQF-registered qualification, that is recognised nationally. They will receive a certificate stating the qualification and the area of skill development.

What is required to enter into a learnership?

If you are accepted you will need to sign two legal documents:

1. Learnership Agreement: this is an agreement signed by you, the organisation employing you, and the education and provider offering the theoretical training component of the learnership. This agreement clearly outlines the rights and responsibilities of all three parties.

2. Employment contract: this is a contract you will sign with the employ er, which is only valid for the time period of the learnership.

Will I get a job after completing the learnership?

Employment is not guaranteed, but once you have successfully completed your learnership, you will be in a much better position to market yourself as you will now have both work experience and theoretical training. You may also be in a better position to start your own business and generate an income that way.

Can a learnership be terminated ?

Yes, a learnership can be terminated under certain circumstances:

An employer can terminate the contract of a learnership if:

• The duration specified in the learnership agreement has expired;

• The employer and learner have agreed in writing to terminate the learnership agreement, or if there is no such agreement, the SETA t hat registered the agreement approves the termination; or

• The learner is fairly dismissed for a reason related to the learners conduct or capacity as an employee.

For more information, contact the SETA that manages the learnerships in the field in which you are interested.

Who is eligible for a learnership?

Learnerships are available for young people who have completed school, college or learning at other training institutions. You must be older than 16 and younger than 35 to be eligible for a learnership. Unemployed South Africans can only participate in a learnership if there is an employer prepared to provide the required work experience.

How to participate in a learnership?

By now you have already put some thought into your career path, and as a result you will be able to identify a learnership that will support your career goals.Your career path should be in fluenced by your interests, skills and strengths. The responsibility rests with you to investigate and research the different learnership options. You should find out as much as you can, including information on the criteria and requirements for entering a learnership.

What are the entry requirements?

Different learnerships have different entry requirements. We recommend that you contact the provider of the learnership for full details on the specific requirements for the learnership of your choice. For many learnerships, the minimum entry requirement is a National Senior Certificate or National Certificate: Vocational, but there may be more specific subject requirements or even skills requirements such as computer literacy.

What are the benefits for learners?

• You may have better employment opportunities after completing a learnership;

• You have a fixed-term employment contract for the duration of the learnership;

• Learnerships improve on the job performance so you are able to do things relevant to the job;

• You obtain a nationally-recognised qualification that is relevant to the sector; and

• You earn a learner allowance for the duration of the learnership.

How much does a learnership cost?

Learnerships are generally funded by a relevant SETA. Since the cost of learnerships varies across SETAs and types/levels of qualifications, you should contact the relevant SETA for more information.

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