Looking for a chance to start a career right now? Rohlig‑Grindrod is offering a 12‑month Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme for 2026/2027, and the deadline is fast approaching.
What is the Rohlig‑Grindrod YES Programme?
The YES Programme gives unemployed South African youth a paid placement in the logistics, freight forwarding and supply‑chain sector. It runs for 12 months, begins in 2027, and is available in Johannesburg (Sandton), Durban, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) and Cape Town.
Who can apply – eligibility criteria
You must meet all of the following:
- Matric (Grade 12) completed.
- At least 50 % in English.
- At least 50 % in Mathematics.
- South African citizen.
- 35 years old or younger.
- Currently unemployed.
- Never completed a YES Programme before.
What you will gain
The placement provides on‑the‑job training and exposure to:
- Logistics operations.
- Freight forwarding.
- Supply‑chain processes.
- Customer service.
- Operational documentation.
- Workplace communication.
- Teamwork and professional conduct.
Permanent employment after the 12 months is not guaranteed, but the experience can strengthen future job applications.
How to apply – step by step
- Visit the official Rohlig‑Grindrod recruitment platform.
- Choose the location that matches your preference:
- Johannesburg / Sandton
- Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth
- Durban – Sea Freight
- Cape Town
- Durban – Air Freight
- Upload a complete CV, a clear copy of your Matric certificate (showing the required marks) and a readable copy of your South African ID.
- Review all details, then submit the application before 15 November 2026.
Tips to improve your chances
- Proofread your CV for spelling and formatting errors.
- Highlight any customer‑service or teamwork experience, even from school projects.
- Make sure your Matric results clearly show ≥50 % in English and Mathematics.
- Use a professional email address (your name @gmail.com works well).
- Submit your application early – the portal can get busy close to the deadline
Skhumbuzo Shandu is the founder of Careers With Shandu, a platform dedicated to helping South Africans access job opportunities, learnerships, and career development resources.
He focuses on sharing clear, practical, and up-to-date information to help matriculants, graduates, and job seekers navigate applications and build their careers.
Through his work, he aims to make opportunities easier to understand and accessible to everyone, especially young people entering the workforce.
