Job Summary

Rohlig-Grindrod is recruiting for a 12-month Learnership Programme based in Sandton, Gauteng, at the Johannesburg Head Office in Linbro Park. This opportunity is designed for young South African candidates who want to gain practical workplace experience and build a career in the logistics and supply chain industry.

The learnership offers structured on-the-job training and valuable exposure within a professional operations environment. It is well suited to entry-level candidates who are eager to learn, develop workplace skills, and grow within the logistics and supply chain sector.

Job Description

The Rohlig-Grindrod Learnership Programme is a 12-month development opportunity aimed at helping learners gain practical experience in logistics and supply chain operations. Successful candidates will join the business in an entry-level capacity and receive on-the-job training designed to strengthen their industry knowledge, workplace readiness, and professional skills.

This programme is ideal for motivated young people who are proactive, organised, and committed to learning in a fast-paced logistics environment. Learners will have the opportunity to develop both technical and soft skills while contributing to daily operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Participate fully in the 12-month learnership programme
• Complete on-the-job training as required
• Support daily operations within the logistics and supply chain environment
• Develop practical workplace and industry-related skills
• Work collaboratively with team members to support business objectives
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and relevant stakeholders
• Maintain professionalism, accountability, and integrity in the workplace
• Meet deadlines and complete assigned tasks responsibly
• Adapt to changing operational requirements and learning opportunities

Requirements

• Must have a Matric certificate
• Must have a completed Higher Certificate or National Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain
• Must be a South African citizen
• Must be 27 years old or younger
• Should ideally have no previous professional work experience
• Must not have previously completed a Logistics or Supply Chain Learnership Programme

Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive attitude
• Accountability and integrity
• Problem-solving skills
• Good organisational skills
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• Self-motivation
• Goal orientation
• Ability to work under pressure
• Deadline-driven mindset
• Willingness to learn
• Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Customer service orientation
• Decision-making ability
• Adaptability

Additional Information

• Company: Rohlig-Grindrod
• Position: Learnership
• Division: Sea Freight
• Business Unit: Johannesburg
• Location: Sandton, Gauteng
• Job Type: Contract
• Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
• Functional Area: Operations
• Experience Level: Entry Level
• Start Date: 01 May 2026
• Closing Date: 30 April 2026