ArcelorMittal Production Learnership 2026 🔧🏭 — ArcelorMittal South Africa is offering a 36-month Production Learnership at its Vanderbijlpark operations for South African youth who have completed Grade 12. This structured learnership trains process operators in steel manufacturing — combining institutional learning with on-the-job training to build practical skills and industry experience.
About ArcelorMittal South Africa
ArcelorMittal South Africa is part of the global ArcelorMittal group and is the largest steel producer on the African continent. With production capacity in the millions of tonnes, the company supplies flat and long steel across hundreds of grades to local and international markets. ArcelorMittal is committed to safety, sustainability, and developing the next generation of industrial skills.
ArcelorMittal will never ask applicants to pay for learnership placements. Beware of scams requesting money for training opportunities.
Position Summary
- Listing reference: arcmt_000846
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Location: Vanderbijlpark
- Contract: Fixed-term Learnership Agreement (36 months)
- Remuneration: Learnership allowance (market related)
- Closing date: 31 January 2026
ArcelorMittal uses a recorded interview platform (Wamly) in its recruitment process — check your email regularly and submit any invited recordings by the deadline.
Learnership Overview
The Production Learnership trains candidates as process operators. Learners will follow a competency-based curriculum with classroom instruction and extensive practical work at the Vanderbijlpark plant. Regular assessments and progress reviews ensure learners meet skills outcomes. The programme includes training costs, institutional fees, PPE, personal insurance and a learnership allowance.
Completion of the learnership does not automatically guarantee permanent employment, but it substantially improves job prospects within the steel and manufacturing sectors.
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizen
- Grade 12 certificate with minimum results:
- English: 45%
- Mathematics: 40% OR Mathematical Literacy: 50%
- Ability to obtain security clearance (clean criminal record)
- Willingness to undergo a medical examination if shortlisted
Preference will be given to South African youth under 35 years.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted strictly online. Prepare certified copies of your ID and Matric results and have your CV ready before starting the application.
Make sure you upload: certified ID copy, Matric certificate or latest results (certified), CV and any relevant qualifications. Security clearance documentation will be requested if shortlisted.
Important Notes & Deadlines
- By applying you consent to the use of your personal information for recruitment and reporting.
- Successful candidates must undergo a medical examination and security clearance.
- Do not pay anyone offering guaranteed placement — ArcelorMittal does not charge applicants.
- If you have not heard back by the end of February 2026, consider your application unsuccessful.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply?
South African citizens with a complete Grade 12 meeting the minimum subject requirements.
2. What is the duration of the learnership?
The programme runs for 36 months combining institutional and practical workplace training.
3. Is a learnership allowance paid?
Yes — learners receive an allowance during the programme; details are market related.
4. Do I need to attend a recorded interview?
Possibly — ArcelorMittal uses Wamly for one-way recorded interviews. If invited, submit the recording by the deadline.
5. What if I don’t hear back?
If no feedback is received by end of February 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful.