Apply for Necsa Radiation Protection Learnership
Job Position: Radiation Protection Learnership
Location: Pretoria
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Reference No: NE-801
Job Description
Join the forefront of nuclear safety and embark on a rewarding career! Necsa’s Radiation Protection Technician (RPT) Learnership Program offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in radiation protection, working alongside industry experts and contributing to a safer future. Apply now for the 2026/27 programme and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in this dynamic field.
There will be both theoretical and On-The-Job (OJT) training. Learners will be awarded the opportunity to work in the Necsa Group facilities to receive the necessary On-The-Job exposure to equip them for employment.
Requirements
- Applicants between the ages of 18 and 35 years with Grade 12 Mathematics and Physical Sciences should upload the following on the provided electronic platform:
- Personal and qualification details
- Certified copy of RSA Identity Document
- Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate
- Proof of residence
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to write an aptitude assessment test as part of the selection process.
After completion of the programme, successful learners will be able to:
- Communicate about the hazards of radiation and contamination in the workplace and basic radiation protection.
- Communicate about workplace radiation and contamination monitoring.
- Select radiation and contamination monitoring equipment that suits the
- Type,
- Purpose, and
- Location of specific measurements.
- Monitor radiation and contamination according to specified requirements.
- Stick to radiation protection measures specified in given procedures.
- Manage your own relations in the workplace for optimal productivity.Backgroundtheorytopreparecandidatesforapplicationinthepracticalskillspartofthecoursewillbeofferedinaspectssuchas:
- Basic radiation protection.
- How radiation and contamination monitoring equipment function.
- What factors can influence the usefulness of measurements.
- What are some of the specified requirements for radiological surveillance etc.
Radiation Protection Opportunities:
After completing the course, successful candidates will be able to work as Radiation Protection Officers at various industries such as mining; medical institutions; nuclear installations (such as Necsa and Koeberg power station); construction etc.
NB!! Please use the references in the table below to indicate the province you reside in. Failure to use the correct reference number may lead to your application being disqualified.
Application references numbersProvinceRadiation Protection TechnicianEastern CapeRPTEC2026Free StateRPTFS2026Kwa-Zulu NatalRPTKZN2026LimpopoRPTLIMP2026MpumalangaRPTMP2026Northern CapeRPTNC2026North West
RPTNW2026
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