ORBIT TVET College, in partnership with ETDP SETA and the North West Provincial Government, is providing a six-month Occupational Skills Programme focused on training unemployed youth as Assistant Handypersons. This programme is designed to equip participants with practical skills in basic building maintenance across trades such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical work, flooring, and window maintenance.
About the Programme
The Assistant Handyperson Skills Programme aims to prepare young people for entry-level roles undertaking minor repair, replacement, and maintenance tasks in commercial and public buildings. After completing the programme, participants will have hands-on experience in essential maintenance disciplines, creating a foundation for further trade qualifications or artisan development.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is available to unemployed youth living in selected areas within the North West Province, specifically the Moses Kotane, Madibeng, and Rustenburg municipalities. Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have completed at least Grade 9 with Mathematics as a subject.
No matric certificate is required, making this programme accessible to those who want to gain practical skills without having completed Grade 12.
Programme Location
The training will take place at ORBIT TVET College campuses located within the three participating municipalities:
- Moses Kotane Municipality: Mankwe Campus
- Madibeng Municipality: Brits Campus
- Rustenburg Municipality: Rustenburg Campus
Applicants must submit their applications to the campus serving their municipality of residence.
Application Documents
Applications must include the following certified documents, each no older than six months:
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copy of latest academic results
- Proof of residence
- A valid affidavit confirming non-enrolment in another SETA learning programme
The affidavit ensures candidates are not currently participating in another funded SETA learning programme. Honesty in this declaration is important.
How to Apply
Applications are not accepted online. Candidates must deliver their completed application packages physically by placing them in designated application boxes located at each relevant ORBIT TVET College campus entrance:
- Mankwe Campus for Moses Kotane Municipality (Contact: Mr Kenalemang Moreo, Tel: 014 555 2900)
- Brits Campus for Madibeng Municipality (Contact: Mr Collen Matlapeng, Tel: 012 381 5700)
- Rustenburg Campus for Rustenburg Municipality (Contact: Ms Tselane Seome, Tel: 014 597 5502)
Applicants are advised to prepare their documents carefully and submit as early as possible. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Closing Date
The deadline for submitting applications is 16 September 2026 at 16:00. Applications received after this date and time will not be considered.
Additional Information
This programme can serve as a stepping stone towards various trades and artisan careers. Participants interested in specific areas such as plumbing, electrical work, or carpentry are encouraged to explore further education and qualification pathways at TVET colleges or through SETA learnerships.
For career research and exploring related qualifications, tools such as career and TVET college explorers can provide valuable guidance.
