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Providing Strategic Leadership at Goldfields TVET College

The Office of the Principal at the College is the executive leadership and strategic direction. The Principal, Mr. Francis S. Mahlangu, is at the helm of the College and serves as the Accounting Officer, responsible for ensuring that the institution functions in alignment with its mission, vision, and values. With a deep commitment to academic excellence, stakeholder engagement, and student success, Mr. Mahlangu provides overall leadership and management to the College’s operations, in line with the regulatory framework of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).

As the chief executive officer of the College, Mr. Mahlangu oversees the implementation of strategic plans, annual performance plans, and key institutional policies that ensure the College’s long-term sustainability and relevance. His leadership ensures compliance with national priorities, promotes good governance, and drives institutional transformation. The Principal leads the Senior Management Team (SMT) and the Executive Management Team (EMT), which consist of four deputy principals responsible for the core functional areas: Academic Services, Corporate Services, Finance, and the Registrar’s Office. Through these portfolios, the Principal ensures that each department contributes effectively to the College’s performance targets.

 

Contact Us

Principal: Goldfields TVET College
Mr Francis Mahlangu
Tel: +27 (0)57 910 6000
francis@goldfieldstvet.edu.za

Senior Officer: Office of the Principal
Mr Ishmael Kgapola
Tel: +27 (0)57 910 6035
ishmael@goldfieldstvet.edu.za

Personal Assistant: Office of the Principal
Ms Jeanette Mlangeni
Tel: +27 (0)57 910 6034
jeanette@goldfieldstvet.edu.za

Supporting the Principal is a capable administrative team that includes his Personal Assistant (PA) and the Senior Officer in the Office of the Principal. This team plays a crucial role in managing the office’s administrative functions, facilitating communication with internal and external stakeholders, and coordinating strategic meetings and reporting obligations. The office also acts as the point of coordination for Council and Academic Board meetings, ensuring that strategic decisions are implemented across all campuses and units.

Mr. Mahlangu’s leadership is characterised by his emphasis on inclusive decision-making, stakeholder collaboration, and student-centred development. He has been instrumental in positioning the College as a key player in the Free State TVET landscape through advocacy, community engagement, and building partnerships with industry, SETAs, and local government. His vision is focused on producing graduates who are not only academically capable but also socially conscious and employable.

Through his stewardship, Goldfields TVET College continues to expand its programme offerings, improve student throughput rates, and enhance its infrastructure to support teaching and learning. The Principal’s Office plays a pivotal role in aligning the institution with the goals of the National Development Plan, ensuring that the College contributes meaningfully to economic growth and skills development in South Africa.

Contact Us

Principal: Goldfields TVET College
Mr Francis Mahlangu
Tel: +27 (0)57 910 6000
francis@goldfieldstvet.edu.za

Senior Officer: Office of the Principal
Mr Ishmael Kgapola
Tel: +27 (0)57 910 6035
ishmael@goldfieldstvet.edu.za

Personal Assistant: Office of the Principal
Ms Jeanette Mlangeni
Tel: +27 (0)57 910 6034
jeanette@goldfieldstvet.edu.za