Rand Water invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Learnership Programme 2026. If you are passionate about water services, environmental sustainability and technical operations, this learnership could be your entry into the water and sanitation sector.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 27 February 2026
Learnership Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
About Rand Water
Rand Water is one of the largest water utilities in the world, supplying high-quality potable water to over 12 million people in South Africa’s economic heartland. Since 1903, Rand Water has maintained a proud history of reliable water supply. Because Johannesburg is not built near a major sustainable river, innovative engineering solutions have been developed over the years to ensure consistent water delivery. Rand Water is committed to employment creation and skills development aligned with national development strategies
Learnership Overview
The Water and Wastewater Treatment Learnership Programme combines:
- Classroom-based training
- Practical workplace experience at operational facilities
Learners will gain essential skills in:
- Water treatment processes
- Wastewater management
- Safety standards
- Plant operations
- Laboratory testing and sampling
This programme provides recognised qualifications and improves career prospects in the water services sector.
Learnerships Open for Applications
The following programmes are available:
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Operations Learnership
- Water and Wastewater Reticulation Services Learnership
Key Responsibilities
Successful learners will:
- Assist in operating and maintaining water and wastewater treatment plants
- Monitor water and wastewater quality parameters
- Conduct basic laboratory tests
- Assist in maintaining equipment and instruments
- Participate in sampling and analysis processes
- Attend classes as part of the learnership
- Complete assignments and practical logbooks
- Write assessments to evaluate knowledge gained
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet all the following criteria:
- Must be unemployed
- Must not be enrolled in any institution or registered for another learnership
- Must not have a completed post-matric qualification
(Failure to disclose post-matric qualifications will result in disqualification) - Must have Matric (Grade 12) with:
- Mathematics
- Physical Science
- Minimum Level 3 in all required subjects
- Must be a South African citizen with a valid SA ID
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old (in line with NSDSIII)
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Commitment to learning and self-improvement
- Respect for colleagues and supervisors
- Willingness to take initiative
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Certified copy of SA ID
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- SAQA / NLRD verification report
(Available from the SAQA website via SAQA Verifications Service – Extract from the NLRD) - Updated CV
Ensure all documents are clear and certified.
How to Apply
Required Documents:
- A certified copy of the ID document
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of Matric Certificate
- SAQA / NLRD verification report (Obtainable from SAQA website » SAQA Verifications Service » Extract from the NLRD)
- CV
