If you are an unemployed young person living in or around Msukaligwa Local Municipality (Ermelo) and interested in building a career in construction, infrastructure development, or technical trades, this opportunity could be one of the strongest entry-level pathways available right now.
The National Youth Service (NYS) Programme under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) is recruiting 30 participants for a structured technical training and workplace experience programme linked to the construction of the Ermelo Labour Centre.
This programme offers:
- Practical construction skills training
- An accredited qualification pathway
- Workplace exposure
- A daily stipend
- Exit support and starter tools after completion
Most importantly, it creates a real stepping-stone into the built environment sector, which remains one of South Africa’s most accessible employment entry points for youth without experience.
Quick Overview
Programme: National Youth Service (NYS) Technical Training & Work-Integrated Learning Programme
Project: Construction of Ermelo Labour Centre
Total Intake: 30 participants
Programme Duration: 9–12 months
Qualification: Learnership in Building and Civil Construction
NQF Level: Level 3
SAQA ID: 65409
Stipend: R150 per day (includes transport allowance)
Location: Msukaligwa Local Municipality (Ermelo)
Target Age: 18–35 years
Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Application Submission: Department of Employment and Labour (Ermelo) or Msukaligwa Local Municipality offices
Programme Structure: Two Training Streams Available
The opportunity is divided into two components depending on your education level.
Part A: Learnership Programme (15 Participants)
Qualification:
Learnership in Building and Civil Construction (BCC)
Details:
- NQF Level 3 qualification
- SAQA ID: 65409
- Duration: 12 months
- Combines theory and practical workplace training
Training includes exposure to:
- Civil works
- Bricklaying
- Carpentry
- Painting
- Plastering
- Paving
- General construction techniques
This pathway is ideal if you want to become:
- A construction artisan assistant
- A site worker
- A paving technician assistant
- A bricklaying trainee
- A carpentry trainee
It is also a strong stepping-stone toward artisan development programmes.
Part B: Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Placement Programme (15 Participants)
This stream is designed for students who already completed their theoretical studies and need workplace experience to graduate.
Target group:
Students from:
- Universities
- Universities of Technology
- TVET Colleges
Fields include:
- Civil Engineering
- Building
- National Diploma (ND) Civil Engineering
Duration: 12 months workplace placement
Participants must provide proof from their institution confirming they require in-service training.
This pathway is especially valuable because many students struggle to find WIL placements required for graduation.
Stipend Provided
Participants will receive: R150 per day
This stipend includes:
- Training attendance allowance
- Transport support
- Practical training participation support
While this programme is not a permanent job, it is a funded learning pathway with accredited outcomes and exit opportunities.
Who Should Apply
You should apply if you are:
- Between 18 and 35 years old
- Unemployed
- Not currently studying
- Living within Msukaligwa Local Municipality
- Interested in construction or technical skills
- Ready to participate for 9–12 months
Preference will be given to youth living near the project location.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed youth aged 18–35
- Have a valid South African ID
- Have at least Grade 12 qualification
OR
- Be a TVET student needing workplace training
- Be a university student requiring WIL placement
Applicants must also:
- Not be studying currently (except WIL candidates)
- Not be employed
- Be willing to attend full-time training
- Be available immediately after appointment
Documents Required When Applying
Applicants must submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Completed application form
- Certified ID copy
- Certified qualification copies
- Municipal proof of residence
Additional requirement for WIL applicants:
- Letter from institution confirming need for in-service training
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Where to Collect Application Forms
Application forms are available at:
Msukaligwa Local Municipality (Ermelo)
and
Department of Employment and Labour
14 Declerck Street
Ermelo
Applications must be submitted at:
Department of Employment and Labour (DOEL) Ermelo
Selection Criteria
Selection follows EPWP transformation targets:
- At least 85% from previously disadvantaged backgrounds
- At least 50% women participation
- At least 1% persons with disabilities
- At least 1% ex-offenders
These targets help ensure fair access to training opportunities across communities.
Important Notes Applicants Must Understand
This programme:
- Is not a permanent job
- Is a structured training opportunity
- Includes both classroom and workplace learning
- Leads to accredited outcomes
- Supports long-term employment readiness
Applicants must also be available immediately after selection.
If you are not contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Edupstairs Advice for Applicants
This programme is especially valuable if you want to enter:
construction
civil engineering support careers
artisan development pathways
municipal infrastructure work
To improve your chances:
Prepare certified documents early
Write a simple but clear CV
Apply before the deadline
Submit proof of residence from municipality
Because the intake is only 30 participants, early application matters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Is this a permanent job?
No. It is a funded training programme with practical experience and certification.
- Will I receive a qualification?
Yes. Learnership participants receive an NQF Level 3 qualification.
- Do WIL applicants receive certification?
WIL applicants receive workplace completion confirmation required for graduation.
- Can TVET students apply?
Yes, especially those needing workplace experience.
- Is accommodation provided?
No accommodation details are included in the advert.
- Can I apply if I live outside Ermelo?
Preference is given to Msukaligwa Local Municipality residents.
CLOSING DATE: 30 APRIL 2026
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- This opportunity is a training programme and not permanent employment.
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