The EWSETA Water & Wastewater Learnership 2026 is a government-funded training programme that prepares unemployed youth for careers in water treatment, sanitation, and wastewater management. It combines classroom learning with practical workplace experience at municipal water treatment plants.
📌 Learnership Overview
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Programme: National Certificate – Water & Wastewater Process Control
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SAQA ID: 60190 / 61709
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NQF Level: Level 2–4 (depending on programme provider)
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Duration: 9–12 months
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Stipend: ± R3,000 per month
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Target: Unemployed South African youth
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Sector: Water treatment, sanitation, environmental services
This qualification prepares learners to work in municipal water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, and environmental services departments.
🎓 What You Will Learn
During the learnership you will gain both theoretical training and practical experience in areas such as:
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Water purification and treatment systems
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Wastewater and sewage treatment processes
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Water quality testing and monitoring
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Plant operations and pump systems
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Safety standards and environmental compliance
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Sampling and laboratory testing of water
These skills are needed in municipalities to ensure safe drinking water and proper sanitation systems.
✅ Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants usually must:
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Be a South African citizen
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Age 18 – 34 years
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Be currently unemployed
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Have Grade 10 or Matric
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Have a valid South African ID
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Be willing to complete 12 months training
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Preferably live near the training municipality
📄 Documents Required
Prepare these documents before applying:
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Updated CV
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Certified copy of ID
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Certified Matric certificate (or Grade 10/11)
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Proof of residence
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Any additional qualifications
Incomplete or unclear documents may lead to disqualification.
📍 Possible Training Locations
EWSETA programmes are offered through municipalities and training partners in different areas such as:
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Mpumalanga – Thembisile Hani Local Municipality
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Limpopo – Mopani District Municipality
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KwaZulu-Natal – Impendle Municipality
📩 How to Apply
Option 1 – Email Application
Send your documents to:
learnership@lwi.co.za
Subject line example:
Application: Water & Wastewater Process Control Learnership 2026
Option 2 – Online Application Form
Apply here:
👉 https://forms.gle/Mk2c6PifUUQo1u2C6
Option 3 – Email for other programmes
Some providers accept applications via:
admin@eminencebs.co.za
💼 Career Opportunities After Completion
After finishing the learnership, you can work as:
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Water Process Controller (entry level)
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Wastewater Plant Operator
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Water Treatment Plant Assistant
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Water Quality Technician
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Environmental Services Trainee
These jobs are in demand because clean water and sanitation services are essential in every municipality.
