AfriSam – Engineering bursary (Mechanical or Electrical)

The AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd Zeekoewater Quarry is inviting applications for an Engineering Bursary (Mechanical or Electrical). This opportunity is aimed at talented, high-performing full-time students who have strong academic results, good behavioural standards, and require financial assistance.

At a glance

Sponsor/host: AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd

Opportunity type: Engineering bursary (Mechanical or Electrical)

Location: Zeekoewater Quarry, Mpumalanga Province

Number of openings: 1

Closing date: 13 March 2026

Last verified: 27 February 2026 (from the official AfriSam vacancy PDF link you shared)

High-value notes (read this first)

  • Apply by email and make sure you use the exact subject line required.
  • AfriSam notes that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and you should consider it unsuccessful if you receive no feedback after 2 weeks of sending your CV/application.
  • AfriSam indicates it is a designated employer and may apply its Employment Equity Plan when selecting candidates.

About the sponsor

AfriSam is a construction materials supplier specialising in cement, aggregate and readymix concrete, operating across Southern Africa and offering a range of technical career opportunities.

What it covers

The notice confirms this is a bursary providing financial support for qualifying engineering studies, but it does not list a detailed benefits breakdown (e.g., tuition/books/accommodation).

Eligibility

  • Talented, high-performing full-time students
  • Excellent academic record and good behavioural standards
  • In need of financial assistance
  • Field focus for this intake: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

(The notice also mentions AfriSam’s broader bursary scheme supports additional fields, but this vacancy is specifically for Mechanical/Electrical at Zeekoewater Quarry.)

Documents to prepare (as required on the application notice)

Send your completed and signed application form plus:

  • Detailed CV / résumé
  • Certified copy of ID document
  • Matric/Grade 12 results or 1st-year academic record

Closing date

13 March 2026 (applications accepted until this date).

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Forgetting to attach the signed application form plus all required supporting documents.
  • Using the wrong email subject line (this can cause your application to be missed).
  • Waiting too long and submitting after the closing date.

How this opportunity was verified

Verified using the official AfriSam vacancy PDF titled “Engineering Bursary [Mechanical or Electrical]” for Zeekoewater Quarry, Mpumalanga, which includes the closing date, email address, subject line, and required documents.

How to apply

  1. Prepare your documents (CV, certified ID, results/academic record) and complete/sign the application form.
  2. Email your application to: cm.gpnorthaggregate@za.afrisam.com
  3. Use this subject line exactly: Bursary- Zeekoewater Eng
  4. Submit before 13 March 2026.