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Rohlig-Grindrod YES Programme 2026 / 2027 for Unemployed Matric Youth

Rohlig Grindrod

Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract
Permanent
Minimum qualification
Matric / Grade 12
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This is a 12-month Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme offered by Rohlig-Grindrod, starting in 2027. It is designed for unemployed South African youth who have completed Matric. The programme aims to provide an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience in the logistics, freight forwarding, and supply-chain industry. Opportunities are available across various locations: Johannesburg/Sandton (Gauteng Head Office), Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape office), Durban Sea Freight and Durban Air Freight (KwaZulu-Natal), and Cape Town (Western Cape office). **What you will do** Participants will receive on-the-job training during their 12-month placement. The programme is designed to provide practical exposure to a range of industry aspects, including: * Logistics operations * Freight forwarding * Supply-chain processes * Customer service * Operational documentation * Workplace communication * Teamwork * Professional conduct Permanent employment after the programme is not guaranteed. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Must have completed Matric / Grade 12. * Must have at least 50% in English. * Must have at least 50% in Mathematics. * Must be a South African citizen. * Must be 35 years old or younger. * Must be currently unemployed. * Must not have previously completed a YES Programme. **Documents Required for Application:** * Comprehensive CV. * Matric certificate (must clearly reflect Mathematics and English marks of at least 50%). * South African ID. **Who should apply** This programme is particularly suitable for unemployed South African youth who have completed Matric and have limited formal work experience. Ideal candidates should demonstrate: * Customer-service orientation * Problem-solving ability * Decision-making skills * Ability to work under pressure * Ability to meet deadlines * Good communication skills * Teamwork * Adaptability * Ability to operate in a demanding customer environment. **Deadline** 15 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.studentroom.co.za/rohlig-grindrod-yes-programme-2026-2027-for-unemployed-matric-youth/ Source: studentroom

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    Rohlig-Grindrod invites unemployed South African youth who have completed Matric to apply for the 12-month Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026 / 2027 in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Western Cape. Pasted text Programme Application Closing Date: 15 November 2026 Programme Duration: 12 months Programme Start: 2027 Programme Locations: Johannesburg/Sandton, Durban, Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, South Africa About the Rohlig-Grindrod YES Programme The programme gives unemployed young South Africans an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience in the logistics, freight forwarding and supply-chain industry. Successful applicants will receive on-the-job training during a 12-month placement, making the programme especially suitable for young people who have Matric but limited formal work experience. Pasted text Minimum Requirements Applicants must: * Have completed Matric / Grade 12. * Have at least 50% in English. * Have at least 50% in Mathematics. * Be South African citizens. * Be 35 years old or younger. * Be currently unemployed. * Not have previously completed a YES Programme. Pasted text Available Locations The current programme includes opportunities in the following areas: Johannesburg / Sandton, Gauteng The Gauteng opportunity is linked to the Johannesburg division and is based at Rohlig-Grindrod’s Head Office in Linbro Park. Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape The Eastern Cape opportunity is based at the company’s offices in Walmer. Durban Sea Freight, KwaZulu-Natal This opportunity is based within the Sea Freight Division in Durban. Cape Town, Western Cape The Cape Town placement is based at Rohlig-Grindrod’s Airport City offices. Durban Air Freight, KwaZulu-Natal A separate Durban opportunity is available within the Air Freight Division near King Shaka International Airport. Pasted text Skills and Competencies Candidates should ideally demonstrate: * Customer-service orientation. * Problem-solving ability. * Decision-making skills. * Ability to work under pressure. * Ability to meet deadlines. * Good communication skills. * Teamwork. * Adaptability. * Ability to operate in a demanding customer environment. Pasted text What Successful Participants Will Gain Rohlig-Grindrod states that participants will receive on-the-job training. The programme may provide practical exposure to: * Logistics operations. * Freight forwarding. * Supply-chain processes. * Customer service. * Operational documentation. * Workplace communication. * Teamwork. * Professional conduct. Permanent employment after the programme is not guaranteed. Pasted text Documents Required Applicants should prepare: * Comprehensive CV. * Matric certificate. * South African ID. Pasted text Because applicants need at least 50% in Mathematics and English, the Matric certificate or results should clearly reflect these marks. How to Apply Applications must be submitted online through the official Rohlig-Grindrod recruitment platform. Applicants should select the opportunity matching their preferred location: * Sandton / Johannesburg * Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth * Durban Sea Freight * Cape Town * Durban Air Freight Pasted text Before submitting, ensure that your CV is updated, your ID and Matric documents are readable, and you have selected the correct location. Closing Date: 15 November 2026

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