Sibanye-Stillwater: Bursaries 2024

Sibanye-Stillwater invites South African students to apply for Bursary Programme 2024

Bursary Application Closing date is 19 December 2023

The Sibanye-Stillwater Bursary Program offers financial support to students pursuing studies in specific fields within engineering and geology. Below are the eligibility requirements and application steps for the bursary:

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for the Sibanye-Stillwater Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Residency: Must reside within local communities and labor sending areas of Operating Segment Platinum Rustenburg.
2. Education: Completed Matric (Grade 12) with the following achievements:
   • University acceptance pass in Matric with a minimum APS of 23.
   • Minimum 60% pass mark for English, Mathematics, and Physical Science in Matric.
3. Field of Study: Pursuing or accepted to study in one of the preferred fields:
   • Electrical Engineering
   • Geology
   • Instrumentation Engineering
   • Mechanical Engineering
   • Metallurgy Engineering
   • Mining Engineering
   • Mining Survey
   • Rock Engineering
4. University Enrollment: Registered or accepted at specific tertiary institutions: University of Johannesburg (UJ), University of the Witwatersrand (WITS), University of Pretoria (UP), North-West University (NWU).
5. Medical Fitness: Candidates must undergo a risk-based medical examination at the relevant Sibanye-Stillwater Occupational Health Care Centre and be declared medically fit for the position and environment.

Application Procedure:

Candidates interested in applying for the Sibanye-Stillwater Bursary should follow these steps:

1. Visit the Sibanye-Stillwater Recruitment Portal.
2. Register an Account: Create an account on the portal.
3. Login: Access your account using the login credentials.
4. Search for the Bursary: Use keywords such as “bursary” or the reference number RPM 0050433 to locate the bursary listing.
5. Complete the Application: Follow the instructions on the portal to complete the application process.
6. Mention Referral: Enter “StudentRoom.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Sibanye-Stillwater bursary.
7. Submit Required Documents: Ensure all necessary documents are uploaded along with the application. These include:
   • Certified copy of ID document
   • Certified copy of Matric certificate
   • Full academic record/transcripts (if currently studying)
   • Proof of registration/acceptance at an approved university
   • Proof of residence

Additional Information:

• Shortlisted candidates will undergo a selection process, which may involve panel interviews, pre-screening, and psychometric evaluations.
• Candidates should expect feedback within 14 days of the bursary closing date. If no communication is received within this period, consider the application unsuccessful.

Following these guidelines and meeting all the specified requirements will enhance the chances of being considered for the Sibanye-Stillwater Bursary.