SANRAL Learnership 2025: Road Maintenance Skills

SANRAL Learnership 2025
Want to build a career in road maintenance? The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) offers a 12-month learnership for unemployed youth in Butterworth, Eastern Cape (Mnquma Local Municipality). Gain hands-on skills and a stipend while working on vital infrastructure. Apply by 13 June 2025.
What Is the SANRAL Learnership?
SANRAL, managing South Africa’s 22,197 km national road network, runs this learnership to train youth in road maintenance. Based in Butterworth, you’ll learn practical skills like road repair and safety, earning an NQF-aligned certificate to boost your employability.
What You’ll Do
- Perform road maintenance tasks (e.g., patching, cleaning drains)
- Operate tools and equipment for road repairs
- Ensure safety compliance on work sites
- Attend training sessions for technical skills
- Support community road safety initiatives
Why Apply?
- Paid Stipend: Earn ~R3,000–R5,000/month based on attendance
- Qualification: Get an NQF certificate in roadworks
- Job Prospects: 50%+ of learners find work in construction or public works
- No Experience Needed: Matric or less is enough
- Inclusivity: Focus on youth (18–35) from Mnquma
Are You Eligible?
You qualify if you:
- Are a South African citizen with a valid ID
- Are 18–35 years old and unemployed
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric) or lower (Grade 10–11 accepted)
- Live in Mnquma Local Municipality (proof required)
- Haven’t done a SANRAL learnership before
How to Apply
- Collect application forms from Mnquma Local Municipality offices or SANRAL’s Butterworth site
- Submit:
- Completed application form
- Certified ID copy (not older than 6 months)
- Certified Matric certificate or school report
- Proof of residence (municipal letter)
- Deliver to Mnquma Municipality or SANRAL offices by 13 June 2025
- No response within 21 days means you didn’t make it
- Questions? Contact SANRAL at info@sanral.co.za
Where’s It Going?
Work in Butterworth, gaining skills for roles like road worker or site supervisor. Past learners have joined SANRAL projects or local municipalities. With infrastructure investment rising in 2025, your skills will be in demand.
Does It Work?
SANRAL’s learnerships train hundreds yearly, with many securing jobs due to practical training. The programme’s community focus and stipend make it a solid start for unemployed youth.

Apply Now
Deadline is 13 June 2025. Verify details on www.sanral.co.za to avoid scams. Apply today to pave your future.
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