AFRISAM LEARNERSHIP 2026: CREATING SOUTH AFRICA’S FUTURE ARTISANS
Applications have opened for AfriSam’s 18.1 Artisan Development Learnership – 2026 Intake. AfriSam is South Africa’s most respected leader in construction materials. This exciting new development is focused on enthusiastic young South African citizens who have an interest in engineering, technical trades, and want to create a sustainable future through developing new skills. AfriSam has an excellent proven track record in both construction and the delivery of positive social change through the development of South Africa’s scarce and critical skills, a positive contribution to the industry, and the uplifting of the nation.
The purpose of the AfriSam Learnership Programme is to assist a learner in progressing equally in both theory and practice. The Programme is structured to provide a learner the opportunity to become a qualified artisan, and to gain practice in a real industry work environment. This is the perfect programme for someone who wants to gain more than just book knowledge, and is willing to commit to a learning journey.
The AfriSam Learnership’s Benefits
The 18.1 Artisan Development Learnership is a combination of the 18.1 Artisan Development Learnership and the Artisan Integrated Competency Programme, which is an artisan development programme. The Programme is designed to provide two of the primary elements of an artisan development programme.
Learners can participate in practical on-the-job training directly in AfriSam’s operations. With the help of professionals, learners obtain experience, develop workplace discipline, and learn the application of theory in practical engineering activities.
This dual process increases employability and does not just enhance technical competencies.
Who Can Apply?
AfriSam seeks dedicated, self-motivated, safety-and-health oriented individuals interested in building a career in the engineering and artisan field. Applicants should meet the minimum criteria below:
A National Senior Certificate with Mathematics and Physical Science, or
An N2 Engineering Certificate
A certified South African ID copy
An up-to-date CV or resume outlining educational and related experience
Completed internal application form
A drivers license will be an extra advantage
Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee entry, selection will be based on motivation, merit and AfriSam’s values and operational requirements.
Why Work with AfriSam?
AfriSam is more than just a cement and construction materials company. It is a company deeply committed to social change and community upliftment through skills development. Participants in the learnership program gain the following:
– access to a well-established and structured industrial setting.
– nationally recognized artisan development training.
– guidance and support from seasoned specialists in the industry.
– the ability to access opportunities for employment in engineering and other technical disciplines
For most previous participants, learnerships have been transformative and have been instrumental in securing permanent jobs, furthering their studies or starting their own businesses in the technical field.
Application Process
The application process for the AfriSam Learnership 2026 is easy, but requires accuracy. Interested parties will have to submit their applications by email.
Application Email: ulco.recruitment@za.afrisam.com
Email Subject: Ulco 18.1 Learnership – Trade of Preference
It is recommended that applicants specify the trade they prefer and indicate the trade they prefer and attach the completed the checklist of required documents to the email. Applications that are not completed will not be considered, therefore you must ensure that everything is included.
Date Applications are Due: 02 February 2026
Failure to submit completed applications before the deadline will result in the application being rejected. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline.
Building a Skilled South Africa
The AfriSam 18.1 Artisan Development Learnership is not just a training programme, but a way to develop economic empowerment and national skills. AfriSam is investing in the youth to develop a skilled workforce that will be able to contribute to South Africa’s growth in infrastructure and and industry.
This learnership is an opportunity to achieve something great if you have the desire, focus and drive to pursue a technical career. Apply now and take a step to building South Africa – one skill to the next.
