West Wits Mining is inviting applications for its Social and Labour Plan (SLP) bursary programme for the 2026 academic year. The opportunity is aimed at recent matriculants who want to pursue tertiary studies in selected mining-related fields.
At a glance
- Sponsor: West Wits Mining
- Programme: Social and Labour Plan (SLP) bursary programme (2026)
- Fields: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Geology, Finance
- Who it’s for: South African citizens with a completed Grade 12 certificate (recent matriculants)
- What it covers: “Full bursary coverage for tertiary studies” (as stated on the official bursary notice)
- Closing date: 30 January 2026
- Official source: West Wits Mining – Careers (Human Resources & Administration)
About West Wits Mining
West Wits Mining was formed to explore, evaluate and extract gold and uranium from project areas on the Central Rand Goldfield in South Africa’s Witwatersrand Basin. The company’s website notes that its Witwatersrand Basin Project is located about 15 km west of Johannesburg’s city centre. For background, see the company overview: About West Wits.
Fields covered
The bursary programme lists the following fields of study:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Geology
- Finance
Tip: When you apply, use the correct field in your email subject line (see the “How to apply” section).
Who can apply?
Across the bursary opportunities listed, West Wits Mining states it is looking for:
- South African citizens with a completed Grade 12 certificate
- Good academic results, especially in Maths and Science (where relevant)
- A clear interest in the chosen field (Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Mining Engineering / Geology / Finance)
What it covers
The official bursary listing states it offers full bursary coverage for tertiary studies. Specific covered costs (for example, tuition, accommodation, meals, travel, books, etc.) are not itemised on the bursary notice page, so confirm the funding breakdown directly with the sponsor if you are shortlisted.
Important information (from the sponsor)
- Security vetting will be conducted on prospective employees/beneficiaries.
- West Wits Mining notes it is an employment equity employer and that preference will be given to residents of specific Johannesburg wards (listed on the official notice).
- If you do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date, the sponsor states you should consider your application unsuccessful.
Closing date
30 January 2026
Common mistakes to avoid
- Sending the email with the wrong subject line (or forgetting to include your field of study).
- Not attaching all required documents (CV, academic transcript, and cover letter).
- Submitting unclear scans/attachments that are hard to read.
- Waiting until the last day — emails can fail, and attachments can bounce.
How to apply
West Wits Mining states that you must apply by email. Prepare the following documents:
- Your CV
- Your academic transcript (or latest results available)
- A cover letter
Email your application to: hr@westwitsmining.com
Use the subject line format shown on the official notice for your chosen field., for example: