The ArcelorMittal Production Learnership 2026 is a valuable skills-development opportunity for young South Africans who are interested in building a long-term career in the manufacturing, engineering, and heavy industry sector. ArcelorMittal South Africa is one of the largest steel producers on the African continent and plays a critical role in supplying steel to industries such as mining, construction, rail, automotive, and infrastructure development.
This learnership is based in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, and offers structured workplace exposure combined with theoretical training over a 36-month period. The programme is designed to equip learners with practical production, safety, and technical skills that are highly relevant to industrial environments linked to mining and engineering value chains.
Applications for the 2026 intake close on 31 January 2026, making this an important opportunity for eligible candidates to apply before the deadline.
About the Production Learnership Programme
The ArcelorMittal Production Learnership focuses on entry-level industrial and technical skills development. Learners are trained in real production environments where steel manufacturing processes take place. This includes exposure to large-scale machinery, quality control systems, workplace safety standards, and operational procedures used in heavy industry.
The programme follows a work-integrated learning model, meaning learners spend time both in classroom-based learning and on-the-job training. This ensures that participants gain practical experience while also understanding the theory behind industrial production processes.
Upon completion, learners are better positioned to pursue further artisan training, technical roles, or employment opportunities within manufacturing, mining support industries, and engineering operations.
Fields Offered in the Learnership
The Production Learnership generally covers fields related to manufacturing and industrial operations, including:
- Production Operations
- Manufacturing Processes
- Basic Engineering Practices
- Industrial Safety and Risk Control
- Quality Control and Inspection
- Materials Handling and Plant Operations
- Technical Production Support
These fields are relevant to individuals who want to work in factories, plants, mines, processing facilities, and engineering environments.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the ArcelorMittal Production Learnership 2026, applicants are typically required to meet the following criteria:
- South African citizenship
- A valid South African ID document
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
- Mathematics and/or Mathematical Literacy
- Physical Science is an advantage but not always compulsory
- Willingness to work in an industrial environment
- Good communication skills
- Ability to follow safety rules and procedures
- Strong interest in manufacturing or engineering careers
Preference may be given to unemployed youth, especially those from communities surrounding Vanderbijlpark, in line with transformation and skills-development objectives.
Duration and Stipend
The learnership runs for 36 months, making it a long-term programme aimed at meaningful skills transfer. Learners usually receive a monthly stipend, which helps cover basic living and transport costs during the training period. The exact stipend amount is determined by the company and relevant SETA guidelines.
Why This Learnership Is Important
South Africa’s manufacturing and mining sectors depend heavily on skilled production workers and technically trained employees. This learnership helps address the national skills shortage by preparing young people for real workplace demands. It also provides exposure to a world-class industrial environment, which strengthens employability even beyond ArcelorMittal.
🔗 Apply here (Production Learnership 2026):
https://arcelormittalsa.ci.hr/applicant/index.php?controller=Listings&method=view&listingid=17cb14c3-c451-49d9-8978-a5274845e39d
Closing Date Reminder
📅 Closing Date: 31 January 2026
📍 Location: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Applicants are encouraged to prepare certified copies of their documents and apply well before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.