Hesto Harnesses Bursary South Africa 2026 🎓 is now open for applications! The programme offers full or partial funding to eligible matriculants and tertiary students pursuing studies in various technical and business-related fields.
About Hesto Harnesses
Industry: Automotive Sector
Category: Education and Training
Location: Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal
Hesto Harnesses manufactures wiring harnesses for the Automotive Industry from its factory in Stanger, located 90km north of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Established in 1989, Hesto is a subsidiary of Metair Investments Limited, a company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).
Today, Hesto is the largest employer in the Stanger/Ilembe region with over 5,000 employees — and a projected growth of up to 7,000 staff in the coming years.
About the Bursary Programme
The Hesto Harnesses Bursary Programme 2026 aims to support students by providing full or partial funding towards their studies at recognised tertiary institutions in South Africa.
Funding opportunities are available in the following fields:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
- Electronics
- Industrial Engineering
- Human Resources
- Supply Chain Management
- Finance
- Operations Management
- Information Technology
Minimum Requirements ✅
- Matric with a minimum overall average of 60%.
- Current tertiary students must maintain an average of 60% or higher.
- Submit an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Provide certified copies of your ID document.
- Include your Grade 11 year-end results and 3rd term Matric results.
- Submit your current qualification’s results statement on your institution’s letterhead.
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the above criteria can apply online via the official Hesto Harnesses application portal.
Listing reference: hesto_000363
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 21 November 2025
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Ensure that all required documents are clear and certified (not older than 6 months).
- Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who can apply for the Hesto Harnesses Bursary?
Matriculants or current tertiary students studying in South Africa with a minimum 60% average.
2. What fields of study are funded?
Mechanical, Electrical (LC), Electronics, Industrial Engineering, HR, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations Management, and IT.
3. What documents are required?
Certified ID copy, academic transcripts, CV, Grade 11 and Matric results, and proof of tertiary results.
4. How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted online via Hesto’s official portal before the closing date.
5. When is the closing date?
21 November 2025.