Makurung Process Solutions Graduate Programme 2025‑2027 – Start Your Career in Process Engineering
Makurung Process Solutions invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their 2025 – 2027 Graduate Development Programmes in Metallurgical and Mechanical Engineering. The closing date for applications is 17 October 2025.
Why Work With Makurung Process Solutions?
Makurung Process Solutions is a proud Limpopo‑based company that runs big mineral plants in Lebowakgomo and around the country. They make metal ores like chrome, platinum and coal more useful by turning them into clean materials that others can use to build cars, computers and power stations.
If you finish university with a degree in Metallurgical or Mechanical Engineering, these programmes give you a chance to learn hands‑on skills, meet experienced engineers, and start a real career right away.
1. Metallurgical Engineering Graduate Programme (24 Months)
What You’ll Do
- Plant visits – You’ll spend time in the actual plants where ore is sorted and cleaned.
- Process optimisation – Learn how to tweak machines and chemicals so that the plant runs faster and cheaper.
- Data talks – Pull raw numbers from sensors, clean them up and turn them into reports that help the plant managers decide.
- Better equipment – Work on projects that fix or improve the turbines, pumps and filters that keep the plants safe.
Key Topics
- Running a spiral plant that separates metal from rock.
- Counting, testing and adding the right amount of floatation chemicals.
- Making dense‑medium separation (DMS) systems work smoother.
- Grinding (milling) the ore into fine powder and sorting it.
- Troubleshooting problems and leading safety audits.
What We’re Looking For
- A bachelor’s or higher degree in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering.
- Good maths and problem‑solving skills.
- Curiosity about how real plants work.
- Willingness to travel to the plant site.
- A mindset that says “What can I do to help?” rather than “I don’t know how”.
What We Offer
- Real‑time work with chrome, platinum and coal plants.
- Mentors that are senior metallurgists who spend all day on the plant floor.
- Let’s fix a problem – you’ll get to lead a small project.
- Growth meetings every few months to move you towards a permanent role.
Future Path
After the 24‑month programme you’ll be ready for a senior junior engineer role at Makurung or in a mining outfit of your choice.
2. Mechanical Engineering Graduate Programme (24 Months)
What You’ll Do
- Inspect and fix – Check the machines that grind ore or keep slurry moving in big tanks.
- Plan new parts – Design simple pieces of steel or plastic that will keep the plant running longer.
- Help the engineers – Work on plant layout plans and optimisation projects.
- Hands‑on repairs – Stay on site, watch technicians, and learn to:
- Change a pump’s seal
- Fix a motor
- Install a new pipe or a steel beam
Key Tasks
- Look after the floatation plant’s valves and trim suspensions.
- Check and fix the milling machine’s grind.
- Maintain big slurry pumps that carry ore in fluid form.
- Fabricate steel cages and rubber lining for the plant.
- Build HDPE pipes that carry chemicals without leaking.
- Help design plant layouts that make the work flow smoother.
What We’re Looking For
- A bachelor’s or diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- Interest in plant equipment and how it works.
- Team‑player attitude.
- Ability to ask questions and solve problems on the spot.
- Curious about how to build better and safer machines.
What We Offer
- Work on frank—we’ve got chrome, platinum and coal plants ready for you.
- Hands‑on training from senior engineers and skilled tradespeople.
- Steady talks and training that help you grow into a leader.
- A chance to stay with Makurung in the years ahead.
How to Apply
Step 1 – Put Together Your Docs
- A clear CV that shows your education and any past projects or jobs.
- A certified copy of your diploma or degree.
- A certified copy of your ID.
Step 2 – Send an Email
- Write to info@makurung.co.za.
- Attach the documents.
- In the subject line write: Metallurgical/Mechanical Engineering Graduate Application.
Step 3 – Await the Phone Call
- Someone from the human resources team will review your file and call if they want to meet in person.
Why Choose a Graduate Programme at Makurung?
- Real experience – Not just books; you get to see the plant in action.
- Mentorship – Experienced engineers guide you every step.
- Career growth – Successful participants often stay in permanent roles.
- Impact – You help improve the environment by making mines cleaner and safer.
Makurung is a friend of the community in Limpopo and they want to give back to young people in rural areas. The plan is to help you turn your degree into a great career that also benefits everyone around you.
Want More Learning Opportunities?
If you’re excited about getting paid while learning, check out informational programmes that give you hands‑on experience and funding:
- Fast Track Your Career With These Seta‑Funded Courses – https://www.seta-sa.co.za/fast-track-your-career-with-these-seta-funded-courses/
- Seta Apprenticeships Now Open – https://www.seta-sa.co.za/seta-apprenticeships-now-open-apply-online-today/
- Programs that Practically Guarantee You a Job – https://www.seta-sa.co.za/these-seta-programs-practically-guarantee-you-a-job/
- Seta PEPKOR Lifestyle Learnership – https://www.seta-sa.co.za/seta-pepkor-lifestyle-learnership/
These links give you extra options if you want to build more skills or find a paid apprenticeship before your graduate work starts.
Ready to jump into a real engineering career?
Send your application before the deadline on 17 October 2025 and start your adventure with Makurung Process Solutions.
