ROHLIG-GRINDROD: YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE (YES) PROGRAMME 2027
12-Month Programme
Entry-Level Opportunity
Company: Rohlig-Grindrod
Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Start Date: 2027
Closing Date: 15 November 2026
Experience: Entry Level / No previous experience required
1. About the Programme
Rohlig-Grindrod is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for its 2027 Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme.
This programme is aimed at young people who have completed Grade 12 (Matric) and are looking for an opportunity to gain their first workplace experience in the logistics and supply chain industry.
If you are interested in freight forwarding, logistics, customer service and business operations, this could be an excellent opportunity to start building your career.
Successful applicants will receive practical on-the-job training and exposure to the daily operations of a leading logistics and freight forwarding environment.
The programme will run for 12 months and will commence in 2027.
2. Available Positions and Locations
There are opportunities available in different locations and business divisions.
Grindrod – Grindrod
1. Sandton / Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Division: JHB
- Location: Head Office, Linbro Park
- Functional Area: Operations
- Programme Duration: 12 Months
2. Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
- Division: PE
- Location: Walmer Offices
- Functional Area: Operations
- Programme Duration: 12 Months
3. Durban, KwaZulu-Natal – Sea Freight
- Division: Sea Freight
- Location: Grindrod House, Durban
- Business Unit: Durban
- Programme Duration: 12 Months
4. Durban, KwaZulu-Natal – Air Freight
- Division: Air Freight
- Location: Durban Airfreight Office, near King Shaka International Airport
- Business Unit: Durban
- Programme Duration: 12 MonthsCLICK HERE TO APPLY
3. Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must have completed Grade 12 (Matric).
- Must have obtained at least 50% in English.
- Must have obtained at least 50% in Mathematics.
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must not be older than 35 years.
- Must currently be unemployed.
- Must not have previously completed a YES Programme.
Important: Applicants must have completed Matric and meet the minimum subject marks specified above.
4. What Does the YES Programme Offer?
The YES Programme is designed to help unemployed young people gain valuable workplace experience and improve their future employment prospects.
Successful candidates will benefit from:
- Practical workplace experience.
- On-the-job training.
- Exposure to the logistics and supply chain industry.
- An opportunity to learn about freight forwarding operations.
- Development of professional and workplace skills.
- Experience working in a business environment.
- An opportunity to develop communication and customer service skills.
The programme will help participants understand how logistics businesses operate while developing skills that may assist them when applying for future employment opportunities.
5. Advantageous Skills and Attributes
Although these are advantageous attributes, applicants should demonstrate the following qualities:
- Customer Service: Ability to assist customers and handle customer-related queries professionally.
- Problem-Solving: Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Working Under Pressure: Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Communication: Good communication skills and the ability to work with different teams.
- Teamwork: Willingness to contribute towards achieving team goals.
- Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changes in a fast-paced working environment.
Applicants who are eager to learn, responsible, hardworking and willing to develop professionally are encouraged to apply.
6. Documents Required When Applying
Applicants who meet the requirements must submit the following documents:
- Updated and comprehensive CV.
- Certified or clear copy of Matric certificate.
- Certified or clear copy of South African ID.
Make sure that your CV contains accurate contact details, educational qualifications and any relevant experience or skills.
Even if you have never worked before, you can include relevant school activities, computer skills, volunteering experience and other responsibilities that demonstrate your abilities.
7. Closing Date
15 November 2026
The programme is expected to commence in 2027.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
8. How to Apply
Select the location that you are interested in when submitting your application:
- Johannesburg – Linbro Park Head Office.
- Gqeberha – Walmer Offices.
- Durban – Sea Freight, Grindrod House.
- Durban – Air Freight, near King Shaka International Airport.
Application Link: CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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