The Sibanye-Stillwater Learnership Programme 2026 is a structured mining training opportunity designed for unemployed South Africans and community members who want to build careers in mining, engineering, and technical trades. Learners receive both classroom-based education and practical on-site experience at the company’s operations and training academy.
About the Sibanye-Stillwater Learnership
Sibanye-Stillwater offers learnerships to develop mining and technical skills through formal study and workplace training. These programmes are delivered through the company’s in-house academy and operational sites in regions such as Gold West Wits, Rustenburg, and Marikana.
Learners gain:
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Practical mining and engineering skills
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Workplace experience in real operations
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Nationally recognised mining qualifications
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Exposure to underground and surface mining
Types of Sibanye Learnerships
Typical learnership streams include:
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Learner Miner / Mining Official
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Engineering Trades (Fitting, Plating, Electrical)
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Rock Breaker / Underground Mining
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Metallurgy & Processing
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Technical and vocational programmes
Different streams have different entry requirements (Grade 9, Grade 10, or Grade 12 depending on role).
Minimum Requirements (2026 intake)
Most 2026 mining learnerships require:
Academic
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Grade 12 with:
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English ≥ 60%
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Mathematics ≥ 60%
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Physical Science ≥ 60%
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OR Grade 9/10 for entry-level mining roles
Other requirements
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Medically fit for mining environment
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Clear criminal record
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South African citizen
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Willing to work underground / mining conditions
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Reside near mining labour-sending areas
These criteria align with Gold West Wits learnership requirements.
Learnership Locations
Sibanye-Stillwater training is usually offered at:
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Gold West Wits (Gauteng)
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Rustenburg Platinum operations (North West)
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Marikana Platinum mines
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Company training academy (West Rand)
