Röhlig-Grindrod – Learnership Programme

For young South African applicants who want structured workplace exposure in a logistics business environment, the Röhlig-Grindrod Learnership Programme in Durban offers a 12-month contract opportunity based at Grindrod House. This programme is aimed at candidates with Matric, an IT Certificate or Diploma, and the willingness to gain practical workplace experience while building professional skills.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This Röhlig-Grindrod Learnership Programme is a 12-month contract opportunity designed to help selected learners gain practical workplace experience, develop useful professional skills and build a foundation for future career growth.

The official listing states that the learnership is based in Durban at Grindrod House for the Legal division. Although the employer operates in the logistics and supply chain industry, this specific placement appears to support a business area connected to legal and office-based functions, with IT knowledge also listed as part of the requirements.

This opportunity is best suited to applicants who understand that a learnership combines workplace exposure, structured learning and professional conduct. Learners should be ready to follow instructions, meet deadlines, communicate clearly and show commitment throughout the programme.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit a young South African applicant who has Matric, an IT Certificate or Diploma, and limited or no previous professional work experience. It may also suit someone who wants to gain entry-level exposure in a corporate logistics environment while developing workplace confidence and administrative skills.

Applicants with basic computer skills, IT knowledge, office administration exposure, customer service experience, legal administration interest or strong organisational ability may have useful strengths to highlight on their CV.

What you’ll do / learn

• Gain practical workplace experience through a 12-month learnership programme.
• Receive on-the-job training from the employer.
• Develop workplace communication and professional conduct.
• Build practical office-based skills in a corporate environment.
• Use computer literacy and IT knowledge in a workplace setting.
• Develop problem-solving, organisational and deadline-management skills.
• Learn how to work with accountability, integrity and flexibility.
• Contribute to a team environment while learning from workplace tasks.

Note: This vacancy is listed as a 12-month contract learnership. Applicants should not assume permanent employment unless this is confirmed by the employer during or after the programme.

Eligibility requirements

Applicant requirements

• Matric certificate.
• IT Certificate or Diploma.
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must not be older than 27 years.
• Ideally should have no previous professional work experience.
• Should ideally not have previously completed a Logistics / Supply Chain Learnership Programme.
• IT knowledge or IT experience is required.

Skills and qualities Röhlig-Grindrod is looking for

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive approach to work and learning.
• Accountability and integrity.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office.
• Self-motivation and goal orientation.
• Ability to work according to deadlines.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
• Flexibility in a changing work environment.

Advantageous attributes

• Customer service orientation.
• Ability to handle a demanding customer environment.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate within a team and contribute to team success.
• Adaptability in a constantly changing environment.

What this role really means

A learnership in a corporate logistics environment is not only about attending training. Learners are expected to show professionalism, arrive prepared, complete assigned tasks, communicate properly and learn how a business environment operates. Because this placement is linked to the Legal business unit, accuracy, confidentiality, organisation and careful handling of information may be important.

For this application, your CV should make your Matric, IT Certificate or Diploma, computer skills and willingness to learn easy to find. If you have done school projects, college assignments, IT support tasks, admin work, customer service or volunteer work, include it in a professional way to show reliability and workplace readiness.

Application checklist

Prepare your documents before applying so that your application is complete and professional.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID.
• Matric certificate or statement of results.
• IT Certificate or Diploma.
• Proof of any additional computer, IT or office administration training, if available.
• Clear contact details, including your cellphone number and email address.
• Any supporting documents requested on the SimplifyHR application portal.

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About the sponsor

Röhlig-Grindrod is a logistics and supply chain company operating in South Africa. The company provides multi-modal logistics services across areas such as air freight, sea freight, road freight, rail, warehousing, customs clearing and supply chain solutions. For more information visit the Röhlig-Grindrod Website.

Quick tips for applicants

• Make your Matric and IT Certificate or Diploma easy to find on your CV.
• Clearly show that you are a South African citizen and under the stated age limit.
• Mention MS Office skills, computer literacy and any IT-related exposure.
• Use your CV to show reliability, communication skills, teamwork and willingness to learn.
• If you have no formal work experience, include relevant projects, volunteering, short courses or practical tasks.
• Apply before the closing date and keep proof of submission.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Submitting a CV that does not clearly show Matric.
• Not including the required IT Certificate or Diploma.
• Leaving out computer literacy, MS Office or IT-related skills.
• Not showing South African citizenship or using unclear ID documentation.
• Using an outdated CV with missing or incorrect contact details.
• Submitting incomplete documents on the application portal.
• Waiting until the last day to apply and then experiencing portal issues.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should only apply through the official Röhlig-Grindrod / SimplifyHR recruitment platform. Do not pay anyone for this learnership, for an interview, for placement, or for application assistance. Legitimate employers do not ask applicants to pay money to secure a learnership or job opportunity.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified from the official Röhlig-Grindrod SimplifyHR listing for Learnership Programme. The listing confirmed the employer, location, employment type, contract term, division, business unit, industry, functional area, posted date, closing date, education requirements, learner requirements, preferred attributes and official application route.

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How to apply

1. Open the official Röhlig-Grindrod application link below.
2. Read the full learnership details and requirements carefully.
3. Create or log in to your SimplifyHR candidate profile.
4. Complete all required profile and application fields.
5. Upload your CV and required supporting documents.
6. Submit your application before the closing date.
7. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation received from the portal.

Application Closing Date

26 June 2026