Food Manufacturing Management Learnerships at SOILL offer a fantastic opportunity for unemployed individuals who are interested in building a career within the food manufacturing and FMCG sector. This learnership is suitable for motivated candidates who are eager to gain practical workplace exposure, develop industry-relevant skills, and obtain a recognised qualification while learning in a professional environment. The programme combines formal training with hands-on workplace experience, allowing learners to gain valuable insight into food manufacturing operations within one of Africa’s leading edible oil producers. Successful candidates will participate in a 12-month learnership programme in Swellendam and receive workplace training, mentorship, coaching, and industry exposure while working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
Position Details
- Job Title: Learnership: NQF Level 4 Food Manufacturing Management
- Reference Number: FMM2026
- Company: Southern Oil (SOILL)
- Employment Type: Learnership
- Location: Swellendam, Western Cape
- Industry: FMCG / Food Manufacturing
- Programme Duration: 12 Months
- Number of Positions: 1
- Opening Date: 28 May 2026
- Closing Date: 2 June 2026
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Food Manufacturing Management Learnership, applicants must:
- Be currently unemployed
- Not be registered on another learnership programme
- Be willing to complete the full programme duration
- Have good communication skills
- Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow
- Be able to work effectively within a team environment
Skills Required
Candidates should possess the following skills and competencies:
- Communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability and commitment
- Adaptability
- Positive attitude
- Willingness to learn
- Professionalism
Key Duties And Responsibilities
Candidates of Food Manufacturing Management Learnerships will be expected to:
- Participate in both practical and theoretical learning activities
- Gain experience within a food manufacturing environment
- Complete all required training and assessments
- Work closely with mentors and supervisors
- Follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Support operational activities where required
- Develop industry-specific knowledge and workplace skills
- Maintain professional conduct throughout the programme
Why Apply
Food Manufacturing Management Learnerships provides an excellent opportunity to gain recognised training and workplace experience within a leading FMCG company.
Benefits Include:
- Nationally recognised qualification
- Monthly stipend while learning
- 12 months of practical workplace experience
- Mentorship from industry professionals
- Exposure to food manufacturing operations
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Improved career prospects within the FMCG sector
Important Information
- Applicants must be unemployed
- Applicants may not be enrolled in another learnership programme
- Learners must commit to the full programme duration
- Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted
- Applications must be submitted through the SOILL Careers Portal