The South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Skills Development Programme (SDP) 2026. The programme will recruit 300 learners and provide participants with foundational technical knowledge and practical skills relating to Energy Performance Certificates and building energy data.
Applicants interested in developing skills within South Africa’s energy and built-environment sectors can find this and other employment and skills-development opportunities. The programme is open to qualifying unemployed youth aged 18 to 35 and training is expected to commence from 12 October 2026.
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) |
| Programme | EPC Skills Development Programme (SDP) |
| Position | EPC SDP Learners |
| Number of Opportunities | 300 |
| Initial Training Duration | 10 weekdays |
| Further Training | Top-performing learners may be selected for 12-month EPC training |
| Provinces | KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Northern Cape and Free State |
| Age Requirement | 18–35 years |
| Employment Status | Unemployed |
| Expected Start | From 12 October 2026 |
| Monthly Stipend | No monthly stipend |
| Closing Date | 18 September 2026 |
Salary / Stipend
Applicants should note that the programme does not provide a monthly stipend.
The advert also states that a transport allowance is not guaranteed. Applicants should take this into consideration before applying and accepting a place on the programme.
About the Opportunity
The EPC Skills Development Programme forms part of an initiative aimed at accelerating implementation of the regulations relating to the Mandatory Display and Submission of Energy Performance Certificates for Buildings.
The programme seeks to develop a pool of trained unemployed graduates who can support building owners and accounting officers with activities associated with EPC implementation.
Participants will be introduced to the collection, capturing and quality assurance of information used during Energy Performance Certificate processes.
The programme also seeks to develop skills that can support participants who wish to progress towards becoming EPC practitioners.
How the Programme Works
The initial EPC Skills Development Programme will run for 10 weekdays.
Training will cover areas including:
- EPC fundamentals
- EPC data collection
- Building information gathering
- Capturing building energy-performance data
- Data quality assurance
- Practical application of EPC-related knowledge
Following the initial programme, top-performing learners may be selected for a further 12-month EPC training programme, which includes theoretical and practical application of EPC knowledge.
Applicants should therefore understand that participation in the initial 10-day programme does not automatically guarantee selection for the 12-month programme.
Minimum Requirements and Qualifications
Applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Be unemployed
- Have a Grade 12/Matric certificate or NQF Level 4 equivalent qualification
- Have Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12/NQF Level 4
- Be available to participate for the full duration of the initial programme
- Be willing to undertake the activities associated with the training programme
Experience / Added Advantage
Previous work experience is not stated as a minimum requirement in the advert.
The programme is targeted at unemployed young people who meet the educational requirements and are interested in developing practical skills related to EPC data collection and energy efficiency.
Training Locations
The programme will operate in:
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Gauteng
- Western Cape
- Mpumalanga
- Limpopo
- Northern Cape
- Free State
The advert indicates that participating TVET Colleges will be selected from these provinces.
Applicants are encouraged to apply within their province of residence.
SANEDI also reserves the right to place or transfer successful learners to programme locations according to operational requirements.
Duties and Training Activities
Depending on the training component, learners may receive exposure to activities involving:
- Collecting building information
- Gathering energy-use information
- Capturing EPC-related data
- Checking collected information
- Supporting data quality assurance
- Assisting with EPC data-collection processes
- Applying EPC principles in practical environments
Skills Gained
Participants may develop skills and knowledge relating to:
- Energy Performance Certificates
- Energy efficiency
- Building energy information
- Data collection
- Data capturing
- Quality assurance
- Workplace communication
- Practical fieldwork
- Energy-sector compliance requirements
Career Opportunities
The programme may provide participants with skills that can be useful when supporting qualified or competent EPC professionals and energy specialists.
According to the programme information, EPC Skills Development Data Collector training may provide relevant skills for opportunities with:
- Energy Service Companies (ESCOs)
- Energy consulting companies
- EPC-related organisations
- Energy-efficiency projects
Participation does not guarantee employment after completion of the programme.
Equity and Inclusion
SANEDI encourages inclusive participation in the programme.
The advert particularly encourages applications from women, youth, persons with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ persons and promotes gender equity within the programme.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- Certified copy of Matric certificate/NQF Level 4 qualification
- Certified copy of South African identity document
Applicants should ensure that uploaded documents are clear and that all information supplied in the application is accurate.
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How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online using the official SANEDI application process.
Apply for the SANEDI EPC Skills Development Programme
Applicants should complete all required information and upload the supporting documents requested in the application.
Before submitting, check that your contact information is correct and that the required documents have been attached.
Closing Date
18 September 2026
The programme is expected to commence from 12 October 2026.
Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful, as stated in the programme advert.
Editorial Note
Career27 has prepared this article from the SANEDI EPC Skills Development Programme (SDP) Graduate Training Programme advert supplied for the 2026 intake.
Applicants should particularly note that the initial programme runs for 10 weekdays, there is no monthly stipend, transport assistance is not guaranteed and only top-performing learners may be considered for the subsequent 12-month EPC training programme.
Sources and References
Official Source/Advert: South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) – EPC Skills Development Programme (SDP), Graduate Training Programme 2026.
Official Application Link: SANEDI EPC SDP Graduate Training Programme
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