Rand Water Water and Wastewater Treatment Learnership Programme 2026
About Rand Water
Rand Water is one of the largest water utilities globally, supplying high-quality potable water to over 12 million people in South Africa’s economic heartland. Established in 1903, Rand Water has a proud history of reliable water supply. Due to Johannesburg’s lack of proximity to a sustainable river, Rand Water has developed innovative engineering solutions to ensure consistent water delivery. The organisation is committed to employment creation and skills development aligned with national development strategies.
Learnership Overview
Programme Details
The Water and Wastewater Treatment Learnership Programme combines classroom-based training with practical workplace experience at operational facilities in Johannesburg, South Africa. This learnership equips learners with essential skills in:
- Water treatment processes
- Wastewater management
- Safety standards
- Plant operations
- Laboratory testing and sampling
The programme offers recognised qualifications and enhances career prospects within the water services sector.
Available Learnerships
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Operations Learnership
- Water and Wastewater Reticulation Services Learnership
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in operating and maintaining water and wastewater treatment plants
- Monitor water and wastewater quality parameters
- Conduct basic laboratory tests
- Assist in maintaining equipment and instruments
- Participate in sampling and analysis processes
- Attend classes and complete assignments and practical logbooks
- Write assessments to evaluate knowledge gained
Minimum Requirements
- Unemployed South African citizen aged between 18 and 35 years
- Must not be enrolled in any institution or registered for another learnership
- No completed post-matric qualification (non-disclosure leads to disqualification)
- Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Physical Science, minimum Level 3 in all required subjects
- Valid South African ID document
Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Commitment to learning and self-improvement
- Respect for colleagues and supervisors
- Willingness to take initiative
Required Documents
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- SAQA / NLRD verification report (available from the SAQA website via SAQA Verifications Service – Extract from the NLRD)
- Updated CV