This prevocational program is open to recognised members of the Bilimoia, Unantu, Pomasi and Watarais communities only

Are you ready to launch your career in mining?

In 2026, K92 Mining will be running FOUR exciting, hands-on 12-month prevocational programs designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to kick start a rewarding career in the Mining industry.

Four great options – the choice is yours.

Trades – Develop trade-specific skills and gain real-world experience in Electrical, Auto-Electrical, Mechanical, and Boiler-making disciplines. At the completion of the program, participants may be given the opportunity to work in one of these areas as an Apprentice or Trades Assistant.

Mining Services – This program provides participants with an exposure to different areas of underground mining operations.

Processing Services – This program provides participants with the skills needed to operate equipment associated with the crusher and batch plant.

Technical Services – This program will enable participants to develop skills in surveying, geology and geotechnical field work.

At the completion of the pre-vocational program participants may be assigned to one of these areas on a more permanent basis.

Where You’ll Be

Get ready to learn right on-site! both program takes place in the heart of our operational area, giving you real-world experience with all the machinery, equipment and challenges that come with mining.  

As part of our commitment to the well-being of those on this transformative journey K92 will provide, on site accommodation and meals, as well as transport to and from work at the start and end of each work rotation.

What You’ll Learn

• At K92 Mining, we’re all about bridging the gap between what you learn in the classroom at school and turning this into real world skills. No matter which program you join, you’ll learn to:  Stay safe at work: Gain essential health and safety knowledge to keep you and others safe every day.
• Build Industry Competency: Through hands-on learning, learn skills that matches the industry needs.
• Apply learning to the job: Get practical experience in real operations to bring your classroom learning to life.

You’ll get your very own Pre-Vocational Logbook to track your journey, mark milestones, and showcase all the skills you’re building along the way.

Do you qualify?

To be considered for the K92 Mining prevocational programs you must have as a minimum have completed grade 10 and be a member of a recognised family from one of the impacted communities of Bilimoia, Pomasi, Unantu or Watarais. Documented evidence of both of these will be required as part of your application.

Interviews & Aptitude Assessment  

Selection interviews and assessments will then be held in Kainantu and on site. Those that are successful in securing a place on the program will commence on site in early 2026. 

APPLICATIONS WHICH ARE INCOMPLETE OR DO NOT MEET ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED