uMngeni-uThukela Water: Graduate Training Programme 2025

ByRainbow Time

uMngeni-uThukela Water invites unemployed youth with disabilities residing in KwaZulu-Natal, specifically in Richards Bay, to apply for its 36-month Graduate Training Programme in Biology (Laboratory). This programme offers practical work experience for candidates holding a BSc Honours Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Hydrobiology, or Biological Science from a CHE-accredited institution. Applicants must be South African citizens under 35 years of age who have not previously participated in any internship or graduate programme. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their applications by 26 September 2025, including all required documents, to the provided email addresses.

  • Position: Biology (Laboratory) Graduate Trainee
  • Duration: 36 months
  • Location: North East Region (Richards Bay), KwaZulu-Natal
  • Closing Date: 26 September 2025

Programme Overview
uMngeni-uThukela Water is offering a 36-month Graduate Training Programme for unemployed youth with disabilities residing in KwaZulu-Natal, specifically in Richards Bay. The programme aims to provide practical work experience in the field of Biology (Laboratory).

Details of the Programme

  • Field: Biology (Laboratory)
  • Number of Positions: 3
  • Minimum Qualification: BSc Honours Degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Hydrobiology, or Biological Science
  • Location: North East Region (Richards Bay)
  • Reference Number: BIOL/09/2025

Requirements

  • Applicants must hold an appropriate Degree from a Council of Higher Education (CHE) accredited tertiary institution.
  • Must be a South African citizen residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who are permanent residents of local municipalities within uMngeni-uThukela Water’s operational areas.
  • Applicants must be unemployed youth under 35 years of age.
  • Applicants who have previously participated in an Internship or Graduate Training Programme will not be considered.

Application Instructions
Applicants must submit the following documents:

  • Proof of physical home address:
  • A letter from the Traditional Authority Office (for those residing in villages) OR
  • A letter from the Municipality Office (for those residing in towns, townships, or farms). Note: A statement of account (e.g., water bill) will not be accepted.
  • Detailed CV.
  • Certified copies of qualifications, academic record, affidavit of unemployment, and ID.
  • Motivation letter from the applicant.

Submission Details

Additional Notes

  • Ensure all required documents are included with your application.
  • Only applicants meeting the specified criteria will be considered.

For further details, contact uMngeni-uThukela Water via the provided email addresses.