Mhlathuze Water Internship (Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal) South Africa 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
4 March 2022 (at 13:00).
Be sure to apply on or before this date - any applications submitted after this date are late and will NOT be accepted.
DETAILS ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME:
Location: Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
Duration: 1 year
Number of positions available: 19
Mhlathuze Water is offering an internship opportunity to graduates interested in pursuing a career in Water and Waste Water Treatment. This one-year programme is aimed at assisting students to gain practical work experience so that they become employable.
Candidates who have a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in these fields should apply:
- Chemical Engineering / Civil Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering
- Chemistry/ Microbiology
- Communications
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Information Technology
- Internal Auditing
- Legal/ Law
- Operations
- Public Administration
- Supply Chain Management
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY:
Before applying, please ensure that you meet ALL of the following minimum entry criteria – failure to satisfy all the requirements will result in your application being disqualified:
- Must have completed a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in any of the preferred fields stated above
- Must be unemployed
- Must be younger than 35 years old
- Candidates living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE INTERNSHIP POSITION:
Post or hand-deliver your application to:
- Postal address: HR Training Officer Mhlathuze Water, Private Bag X1047, RICHARDS BAY, 3900
- Hand-delivery address: Mhlathuze Water Head Office at the Corner of South Central Arterial and Battery Bank, Alton, Richards Bay
Be sure to use the following reference when applying: “INTER/ 2022/07”
Attach the following documents to your application:
- A certified copy of your Matric certificate
- A certified copy of your Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma certificate
- A certified copy of your Academic Record
- A certified copy of your Identity Document
- An updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae
- A short motivational letter as to why you should be selected for this opportunity and the specific internship you wish to apply for
- Proof of residence
- Details of contactable referees
Please note:
- Preference will be given to candidates from the areas within the Mhlathuze Water area of operation (i.e. uMkhanyakude, King Cetshwayo, and Zululand District Municipalities).
- Members from disadvantaged groups (i.e. females, coloureds, Indians, and Africans are encouraged to apply).
- The selection process will be in line with Mhlathuze Water's Employment Equity goals.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you have not heard a response within 30 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
ABOUT THE COMPANY PROVIDING THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME:
Mhlathuze Water, first established in 1980, reports to the Department of Human Settlements, Water, and Sanitation and is located in Richards Bay. The organisation hosts its main operations within the uMkhanyakude, King Cetshwayo, and Zululand District Municipalities. The company's main business activities include the supply and disposal of raw, clarified, and purified water as well as scientific services. Mhlathuze Water ensures that its surrounding communities are provided with bulk water services at a cost-effective price and in a sustainable manner. Some of the company's main clients are Foskor, Richards Bay Minerals, City of uMhlathuze, and Mondi.
CONTACT THE PROGRAMME PROVIDER FOR QUERIES:
For any queries related to this internship programme, please contact Mhlathuze Water directly:
Telephone number: 035 902 1000
Contact portal: https://www.mhlathuze.co.za/enquire/