Youth Employment Service Programme Jobs at Rohlig-Grindrod provide an excellent opportunity for unemployed young South Africans who are interested in logistics, freight forwarding, and supply chain management. This 12-month contract programme will provide on-the-job training and workplace exposure while helping participants develop valuable skills in a dynamic logistics environment.
Position Details
- Company: Rohlig-Grindrod
- Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme
- Division: JHB
- Employment Type: Contract
- Contract Duration: 12 Months
- Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
- Functional Area: Operations
- Experience Level: Entry Level
- Location: Linbro Park, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Posted: 19 August 2026
- Closing Date: 26 August 2026
- Programme Start: 2027
Minimum Requirements
- Completed Matric / Grade 12
- Minimum 50% in English
- Minimum 50% in Mathematics
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be 35 years old or younger
- Must currently be unemployed
- Must not have previously completed a YES Programme
Skills Required
Successful candidates for the Youth Employment Service Programme Jobs should demonstrate:
- Customer service orientation
- Good problem-solving skills
- Effective decision-making abilities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Adaptability in a changing work environment
- Interest in logistics, freight forwarding, and supply chain management
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in the 12-month YES Programme.
- Receive on-the-job training.
- Gain practical workplace experience within the logistics and supply chain environment.
- Develop an understanding of freight forwarding and related operations.
- Work collaboratively with team members.
- Apply problem-solving and decision-making skills in the workplace.
- Meet assigned deadlines and operational requirements.
- Provide professional customer service where required.
Why Apply
Successful candidates for the Youth Employment Service Programme Jobs will benefit from:
- A structured 12-month YES Programme.
- On-the-job training and practical workplace exposure.
- Experience within the logistics and supply chain industry.
- Exposure to freight forwarding operations.
- An opportunity to develop workplace-ready skills.
- The chance to build valuable experience for future employment.
Important Information
Applicants for the Youth Employment Service Programme Jobs should take note of the following:
- The programme commences in 2027.
- The programme will be based at the company’s Head Office in Linbro Park, Johannesburg.
- Applicants must be unemployed.
- Applicants must not have previously completed a YES Programme.
- Applicants must meet the specified Matric English and Mathematics requirements.
- Applicants must submit a comprehensive CV, Matric certificate, and ID.