Machine operator training

Accredited mining, construction and safety courses

Over 40 courses from R957, at our Mokopane centre or on your site anywhere in South Africa. Train, get assessed, and leave with an accredited certificate.

Crane operator training on site with a Fundza Training Institute learner
10 000+
mine workers trained across 8 mines
2015
Training since
20 000+
Learners trained
130+
Companies trained for
40+
Courses, from R957
ACCREDITATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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MQA accreditation logo
CETA (Construction Education and Training Authority) logo
TETA accreditation logo
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Alpha Certification Services logo
Mokopane Chamber of Business logo
TRACK RECORD

Our milestones

20 000+
Total number of students trained
Learners in high-visibility gear during on-site training
10 000+

Mine workers trained

Across 8 mines in Limpopo, North West and Mpumalanga.

Training crew in protective equipment on site
3 625+

Contractors and suppliers trained

Across 130+ contractors and suppliers in Limpopo, North West and Mpumalanga.

Learners in Fundza Training Institute shirts on a community programme
468+

Community learners trained

Unemployed youths trained with 6 community organisations in four provinces.

Fundza Training Institute graduate at work
42%

Graduate employment rate

310 of the 730 trained unemployed youths are now employed.

COMPANIES WE HAVE TRAINED FOR
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Ivanplats logo
Northam Platinum logo
Barloworld logo
Komatsu logo
Epiroc logo
Redpath logo
Murray & Roberts logo
WBHO logo
Stefanutti Stocks logo
Grinaker-LTA logo
Zutari logo
DRA logo
Keller logo
Weir Minerals logo
FLSmidth logo

Some of the 130+ companies whose teams we have trained.

AWARDS

Recognised for excellence

Fundza Training Institute is proud to be recognised for leadership, impact and contribution to skills development and entrepreneurship.

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Facilitator with a learner on a forklift during training
Group training session in a Fundza Training Institute classroom
FOR EMPLOYERS

Get your crew certified on your own site

We train groups for mines, contractors and municipalities, with accredited, quality-focused delivery by experienced facilitators, assessors and moderators, and experience across both community and corporate training.

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On-site training anywhere in South Africa

Your crew trains at your premises, on your own machines, wherever the site is.

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Group quotes

Tell us the courses, group size and site location, and we quote group size and travel per booking.

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Certificates you can check

Staff certificates are viewable through the company login, so supervisors can confirm who holds what.

PROCESS

How training works

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STEP 1

Enquire

Call 087 630 2506 or WhatsApp. We confirm dates, requirements, fees and documents.

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STEP 2

Enrol

Book your place. Companies get a quote for training on their own site.

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STEP 3

Train and get assessed

Theory in the classroom, then practical time with a Fundza facilitator.

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STEP 4

Get your certificate

Successful candidates receive a certificate or Statement of Results.

REVIEWS

From our learners

★★★★★

“Professionalism and quality are what they offer. They are remarkable at service delivery and you definitely get quality training at it’s best. The staff is welcoming and friendly. Thank you Fundza for the amazing services you offer and developing the youth at large. I would definitely recommend their services to others.”

DZ
Dipuo Zulu
Google review
★★★★★

“Great content, well-structured and interactive. The trainer was enthusiastic and supportive. I’m excited to apply my new skills.”

NK
Nancy Kekana
Google review
★★★★★

“Had a good training in Fundza Training institute. Almost all the topics where covered with practical. The trainer gave me regular feedback during course.”

PL
Phophi Livhuwani
Google review
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THE CERTIFICATE

What is a machine operator certificate?

A machine operator certificate shows you were trained and assessed as competent on one type of machine. Mines and contractors ask for it before you operate on site.

Each certificate covers one machine class, so you train once per machine. Most Fundza operator courses take 5 days: theory, practical time on the machine, then assessment.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Questions about one course are answered on that course’s page.

How much does machine operator training cost?

Fundza earth moving machinery courses start at R5 630, and crane operator training starts at R1 628. Forklift training is from R6 010. Each course page shows its full fee, and many courses have a shorter refresher from R814.

Most Fundza machine operator courses take 5 days, covering theory, practical time on the machine and assessment. Refreshers mostly take 1 day.

Yes. Fundza Training Institute is an accredited training provider. Our accreditation covers various occupational health and safety, construction, lifting and plant operator training programmes. Accreditation may differ according to the specific programme.

Contact our office by telephone or WhatsApp. Our team will confirm the available training dates, programme requirements, fees and documents needed for registration.

Successful candidates will receive the relevant certificate or Statement of Results after completing the required training and assessment process. Certification is subject to the programme’s quality assurance and verification requirements.

Fundza Training Institute is located at 11 Van Riebeeck Street, Mokopane, Limpopo. We also provide training services to companies and organisations in other provinces.

Ready to get your ticket?

Pick a course for yourself, or ask us to train your team. Call 087 630 2506 or WhatsApp our office.