Learnership Overview
Rand Water is offering a Horticulture Learnership Programme that combines practical workplace experience with structured classroom learning. Learners will assist in maintaining horticultural sites and plant production areas, monitor plant health, prepare soil and plant crops, and help maintain tools and irrigation systems.
About Rand Water
Rand Water is one of the largest water utilities globally, providing potable water of superior quality to 12 million people in South Africa's economic heartland. Established in 1903, it has a proud history of delivering consistent water supply to a growing economy. Johannesburg benefits from innovative solutions designed to meet its water supply challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting in the operation and maintenance of horticultural sites and plant production areas.
- Monitoring plant growth and health conditions.
- Conducting basic soil preparation and planting activities.
- Assisting in the maintenance of tools, equipment, and irrigation systems.
- Participating in plant propagation, watering, and fertilizing processes.
- Attending classes as part of the learnership programme.
- Completing assignments and projects as required.
- Writing assessments and maintaining a practical logbook to evaluate knowledge and understanding.
Minimum Requirements
- Applicants must not be employed or enrolled in any other institutions or programmes.
- Must not possess a completed post-matric qualification.
- Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics/Math Literacy and Life Science (minimum of Level 3 in all subjects).
- Must be a South African citizen with a valid SA ID.
- Aged between 18 and 35 years, in line with the NSDSIII.
For additional information or to apply, please visit the official application page once available.