Vhembe District Municipality Invites Unemployed Youth to Apply for Wastewater Learnership Programme (X400 Posts) – Closing Date: 23 May 2025
Are you a young person living in the Vhembe District and looking for a chance to start your career? Here’s a golden opportunity. The Vhembe District Municipality is offering a huge learnership programme for 2025. They are looking for 400 unemployed youth to join their Wastewater and Water Services Learnership Programme.
This programme is a great way to get hands-on experience, gain qualifications, and improve your chances of finding a full-time job in the future. Whether you finished Grade 10 or higher, this is your chance to learn and earn. The closing date to apply is 23 May 2025, so don’t wait too long!
What Is This Learnership Programme About?
This learnership is all about giving young people the skills to work in water services. You’ll get training in Wastewater, Water Reticulation, and Process Control. The goal is to help you become work-ready while learning things that are important for keeping clean water flowing in our communities.
The programme has two types of learnerships, each with 200 spots available:
1. Water and Wastewater Reticulation Services (X200 Posts)
- Qualification Offered: FET Certificate Level 4
- Location: Vhembe District Municipality
- Who Should Apply: Young people with Grade 10. Maths and Science are a plus.
- Also Accepted: Level 2 Occupational Certificate holders.
2. Water and Wastewater Process Control (X200 Posts)
- Qualification Offered: National Certificate Level 3
- Location: Vhembe District Municipality
- Who Should Apply: Youth with at least Grade 10. Maths and Science are beneficial.
- Also Accepted: People with a Level 2 Occupational Certificate.
Who Can Apply? (Minimum Requirements)
To apply for either learnership, you must meet these basic requirements:
- You must live in the Vhembe District
- You must have completed at least Grade 10
- Subjects like Mathematics and Science will be an added advantage
- If you have a Level 2 Occupational Certificate, you can still be considered
This programme is especially great if you’re eager to learn, have no job, and want to get experience that can open doors in the water and sanitation sector.
Documents You Must Submit
Make sure to prepare and submit these documents:
- A detailed CV (with your contact info and school/work background)
- A certified copy of your ID document
- Certified copies of your qualifications
- A proof of residence (to show you live in the Vhembe District)
Important: Make sure all copies are certified within the last 3 months.
How and Where to Apply
Applications must be hand-delivered to:
Vhembe District Municipality
Registry Office, Thohoyandou
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:45 AM – 16:30 PM
You’ll need to bring your documents and drop them off in person during these hours.
Important Note:
If you already applied for this learnership in the past, do not apply again. Your previous application is still being considered.
Why This Is a Big Deal
This is one of the largest youth learnership programmes in Limpopo, with 400 positions available. Not only will you get a qualification, but you’ll also gain practical skills that employers are looking for.
If you’ve struggled to find a job, don’t miss this chance to take the first step towards a better future.
Contact Info for Questions
If you have questions or need more details, please contact the Municipal Manager at the Vhembe District Municipality offices during business hours.
Final Words: Apply Now Before It’s Too Late
Opportunities like this don’t come around often. With 400 posts open, the Vhembe District is giving many young people a chance to rise. If you meet the requirements, get your documents ready and apply before 23 May 2025.
Don’t wait until the last day. Act now and be part of the future of water services in South Africa.