This unique apprenticeship program connects Ireland and South Africa in a shared mission: to empower young South Africans with world-class project control skills using Oracle Primavera.

Duration: 24 months
Cohorts: 8 apprentices per year, with new intakes every 12 months
Structure: Year 1 apprentices become mentors in Year 2 for new cohort, creating a cycle of learning and leadership
Training: Internationally recognised courses, accredited by Engineers Ireland as CPD events
Mentors: Delivered by seasoned professionals with decades of global project controls and Primavera expertise, supported by international partners
Value: This offering is worth approximately R1.8million per cohort to the successful applicants organisation(s) and local economy

Why It Matters

There is a global shortage of highly skilled planners, schedulers and project controls professionals. By building this capacity in South Africa, the program not only transforms individual lives but strengthens communities and positions South Africa as a future hub of project controls excellence

Collaborations

Supported by leading global professionals and organisations such as

Niall Faris
Simon Taylor
Sarim Khan
Russell Johnson
Sarah Schutte
Charles Wright

Plus, many more…

This program bridges skills, opportunity, and industry partnerships across continents.

Participation Requirement

Apprentices must be in full-time paid employment with the organisation(s) participating in the program. Employers are required to provide paid release time for their apprentices to attend all scheduled training, mentoring, and coaching sessions throughout the 24-month journey. This ensures each apprentice can fully engage in the learning experience while continuing to contribute meaningfully to their organisation’s success.

Call to Action

Apply. Partner. Support.

Join us in creating a new generation of project professionals who will shape the future of South Africa.

Executive Summary