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This is a current vacancy. Whether you are an experienced In-Service Trainee IT or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in De Aar. The team hires on merit and across communities in Northern Cape.
What This Role Involves
The In-Service Trainee IT vacancy forms part of how the De Aar branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the in-service training side of the business moving forward.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the in-service training team in Northern Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in De Aar also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Day in the Life
Your day starts with a quick check-in with your mentor and a review of the tasks you’ll shadow or own. You spend time observing experienced colleagues, asking questions and trying small pieces of work yourself. As the day progresses, you capture notes for your logbook, attend team huddles and contribute where you can. The mix of structured learning, real workplace exposure and supportive feedback helps you turn classroom theory into skills you can actually use.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in De Aar.
Equally, the De Aar office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
About De Aar
Beyond that, the role is based in De Aar, in the Kathu iron ore belt. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across De Aar and the broader Northern Cape region.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in De Aar, Northern Cape.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around De Aar.
About the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the in-service training side of the business inside out. The De Aar group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Core Functions
- Provide feedback to your mentor on learning gaps and goals
- Complete assessments and submit deliverables on time and to standard
- Comply with all company policies, codes of conduct and safety rules
- Support transformation and youth-development objectives of the organisation
- Capture data, prepare reports and assist with departmental administration
- Complete structured training modules and submit reflections to your mentor
- Attend on-site and online learning sessions linked to your qualification
Minimum Requirements
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Good verbal and written communication skills appropriate to the role
- Available to commit to the full duration of the in-service placement
- Legally entitled to work in South Africa for the duration of the placement
- Available for the full duration of the placement
- Strong work ethic and professional behaviour at all times
- Commitment to youth-development and transformation objectives
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.