📍 Location: Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, South Africa
🏢 Division: Group Services
🆔 Job ID: GTC 2026/004
📅 Closing Date: 01 November 2025
🗓️ Last Updated: 17 October 2025
About Glencore
Glencore is one of the world’s largest diversified natural resource companies, operating in over 50 countries with more than 150 mining and metallurgical sites, offshore oil assets, farms, and agricultural facilities.
With over 150,000 employees and contractors, Glencore is committed to the values of safety, integrity, responsibility, openness, simplicity, and entrepreneurialism.
🌍 Learn more: www.glencore.com
Programme Overview
The Glencore Coal SA Graduate Development Programme (2026) is a structured three-year initiative designed to prepare young professionals for long-term careers within the mining industry.
🎯 Purpose:
To give graduates practical exposure, technical development, and career growth opportunities in the Mining Engineering discipline.
Programme Features
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📘 Duration: 36-month fixed-term contract
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🔄 Rotations: Across multiple business units and operational areas
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🧠 Learning Focus:
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Practical, hands-on exposure to mining operations
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Structured coaching and mentorship by senior professionals
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Development of both technical and behavioral competencies
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Attendance at relevant workshops and training sessions
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Minimum Requirements
✅ A relevant Mining Engineering degree
✅ Excellent academic record
✅ Strong learning orientation and commitment to safety and teamwork
✅ Rule-oriented and able to adapt to a structured work environment
✅ Willingness to work as part of a dynamic team
📍 Preference will be given to applicants residing in local communities where Glencore Coal Operations are located — Nkangala District, Mpumalanga Province.
🧾 Applicants must attach proof of residence with their application.
Why Join Glencore?
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Gain in-depth industry experience with a global leader
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Work alongside experienced mining professionals
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Develop technical, leadership, and business acumen
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Access to structured career development opportunities
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply online via the Glencore Careers Portal:
🔗 https://www.glencore.com/careers
📅 Application Deadline: 01 November 2025
Summary
| Position | Graduate Development Programme (Mining Engineering) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 36 months (Fixed-term) |
| Location | Emalahleni, Mpumalanga |
| Closing Date | 01 November 2025 |
| Preference | Local residents (Nkangala District) |
| Qualification Required | Degree in Mining Engineering |