2014 Harmony Bursaries

Harmony is one of South Africa’s leading gold producer and it is counted among world leaders in gold mining. The mining company is inviting students and prospective students already studying or intending to study at a South African university to apply for the bursary for 2014 tuition.

The objective of the Harmony Bursary Scheme is to recruit and select bursars for full time study at accredited Tertiary Institutions. By educating, training and developing individuals who demonstrate the appropriate skills, knowledge and competence, value creation is sustained for the company and all it’s stakeholders.

The scheme contributes to the development of historically disadvantaged South Africans and covers tuition and residence fees, as well as prescribed textbooks and a personal allowance.

What are the requirements of the 2014 Harmony Bursary?

• When you are ready to apply online, get electronic copies of your results, CV and Id
• All applications should be received by or on 31 May 2013.
• Information provided should be supportive of your application.
• Students applying for bursaries; with less than a B Symbol in Mathematics and Physical Science will not be considered. Students applying for bursaries in Finances with less than a C Symbol in Mathematics and a B Symbol in Accounting will not be considered.

Preference is given to the following fields, which are functional to the mining industry:

Mining Engineering

Mining is an underground or open cast process whereby minerals are extracted by means of explosives.

Metallurgy

Metallurgy is the study of the economical recovery of precious metals and minerals. (Exploring by use of all the disciplines and techniques.)

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

A competent Electrical or Mechanical Engineer is a member of the management team at each operation. They are responsible for the safe installation and the proper operation, running and maintenance of all machinery, both electrical and mechanical. They are also responsible for the safe erection and proper maintenance of all buildings and structures on these operations.

Geology

At Harmony the Geologist is an integral member of the Management Team, and is accountable for extracting ore body in an optimal manner. At an early stage the geologist will apply his/her knowledge to the practical solution of problems in the underground environment, liasing closely with the production teams. Daily duties include underground mapping, borehole logging, data collection and synthesis (structural, sedimentological and grade) and communication of their findings to the rock breaking teams.

Finance

The finance department is responsible for all financial transactions. The correct allocation, classification and value of these transactions should be done on a daily basis.

The function is also responsible to ensure that the company complies with certain statutory requirements as lined out by the Companies and Tax Acts.

Applying for a bursary

To apply for a bursary for 2014, please complete our online application form before 31 May 2013. All bursaries awarded will lead to a contractual obligation between Harmony and the bursar.