Sun International’s Wild Coast Sun Casino in Port Edward is offering ten learnership positions for the National Certificate in Gaming Operations — a practical pathway for young people who want to build a career in casino gaming and hospitality. The programme mixes hands-on training with workplace experience, giving candidates a real chance to learn core dealer skills while working in one of South Africa’s most scenic coastal resorts.
The learnership places successful applicants inside the Gaming Tables Department where they will be trained to run a variety of table games in line with the casino’s procedures and customer-service standards. Trainees will learn the technical aspects of dealing — shuffling, dealing, payouts and basic odds — alongside important soft skills like guest interaction, professional ethics and teamwork. The role requires patience and stamina: candidates must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, and to spend long periods standing. A willingness to work in areas designated for smoking is also required.
Applicants must hold a Grade 12 certificate (with Maths or Maths Literacy) and be able to communicate in written and spoken English. A valid South African ID is essential. Sun International encourages applications from designated groups under the Employment Equity Act and gives preference to candidates from specific local areas, including Mbizana, Flagstaff, Mount Fletcher and others. People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply, reflecting the company’s commitment to inclusion.
Beyond technical training, the learnership provides exposure to the larger hospitality environment at Wild Coast Sun. Trainees become part of a resort that offers extensive amenities — from a beachfront location and a sparkling pool to the Wild Waves Water Park and a luxury Mangwanani spa. This setting helps learners understand guest expectations across leisure and entertainment sectors, an advantage if they want to progress into supervisory or broader hospitality roles.
The programme also has practical administrative aspects: applicants should expect reference checks and processing of personal data in line with POPIA (the Protection of Personal Information Act). Sun International states that if candidates are not contacted within a month after the closing date, they should consider their applications unsuccessful.
For job seekers in the Eastern Cape and neighbouring regions, this learnership is a strong stepping stone. It blends accredited training with a workplace environment that values service excellence and operational discipline. For content creators and career-focused individuals, opportunities like this illustrate how vocational learnerships connect classroom knowledge with employability in tourism and gaming — industries that continue to hire locally.
Interested candidates should prepare a clear CV highlighting their schooling, communication skills and readiness for shift work. Emphasising interpersonal strengths, reliability, and a courteous attitude will help applications stand out. Ten positions mean competition may be tight, but the combination of accredited training and front-line experience makes this learnership a meaningful start for a hospitality or gaming career.