FLSmidth is offering a six-month Business Administration learnership in Gauteng, giving Matriculants a paid entry point into a global engineering and services company. No prior experience is needed, just a Grade 12 certificate and an interest in office support, customer service or data management. Applications close on 28 August 2026.
About the Programme
FLSmidth is a global engineering company supplying equipment and services to the mining and cement industries, with a significant operational footprint in South Africa. As part of its commitment to skills development, the company runs a structured Business Administration learnership designed to introduce young South Africans to professional office environments while they earn a nationally recognised qualification.
This learnership matters because it opens a door that is often closed to school leavers without a tertiary qualification. Working inside an international engineering firm gives learners exposure to real business processes, professional communication standards and the kind of digital office skills that employers across every sector are looking for. It is a genuine stepping stone from Matric into the formal workplace.
What Is Covered / What You Will Learn
- Training in digital office tools, record keeping and inter-departmental coordination
- Practical experience in reception, data capture and general administration
- Development of professional communication and customer service skills
- A monthly stipend for the duration of the six-month programme
- Possible placement into administration, reception or data-capture roles after completion
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Matric (Grade 12) certificate or higher
- South African citizen or permanent resident
- Open to any gender
- Interest in office support, customer service or data management
- Willing to work at one of the Gauteng sites, including Chloorkop, Stormill or Constantia
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Required Documents
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Updated CV
- Proof of residence
How to Apply
- Go to the FLSmidth careers portal and locate the 2026 Business Administration Learnership listing.
- Download the PDF application and read the full eligibility checklist.
- Gather your certified Matric certificate, ID copy and updated CV.
- Complete the application form in full.
- Attach all required PDF documents to your application.
- Submit your application through the official portal before 28 August 2026.
- Keep the acknowledgement email as proof of your submission.
Closing Date
The closing date for the FLSmidth Business Administration Learnership is 28 August 2026. No late applications will be accepted.
Why It Matters
Every year, hundreds of thousands of young South Africans finish Matric with no clear next step, and youth unemployment continues to sit far above the national average. Learnerships like this one are one of the few structured, paid routes into the working world for school leavers who are not going straight into tertiary study.
A six-month placement inside an international engineering company gives learners a monthly income while they train, a recognised qualification once they complete the programme, and the kind of workplace reference that makes the next job application easier. For many young people, this is the first real chance to build a professional track record.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous work experience to apply?
No. This learnership is designed for Matriculants with no prior work experience.
Is the learnership available outside Gauteng?
No. The advertised positions are based at FLSmidth sites in Chloorkop, Stormill or Constantia in Gauteng.
Will I receive a stipend?
Yes, learners receive a monthly stipend while completing the six-month programme. The exact amount is confirmed during the application process.
What happens after the learnership ends?
Completion of the programme may lead to placement in administration, reception or data-capture roles, depending on business needs and performance.
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