Clover is recruiting a Dairy Apprentice to join its Production department in Queensburgh, KwaZulu-Natal.
This opportunity is aimed at candidates who have completed Grade 12 and want to develop practical skills and technical knowledge in dairy and cheese manufacturing.
The successful candidate will gain practical manufacturing experience while learning the processes required to progress towards functioning as a Process Leader.
Vacancy details
Company: Clover
Position: Dairy Apprentice
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Reference Number: CLO261006-3
Department: Production
Location: Queensburgh, KwaZulu-Natal
Number of positions: 1
Job type: Permanent
Education: Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
Closing date: 13 October 2026
About the Clover Dairy Apprentice opportunity
The purpose of the Dairy Apprentice role is to develop the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to understand and operate cheese manufacturing processes.
The apprentice will receive exposure to both the theoretical and practical aspects of dairy manufacturing while gaining workplace experience within Clover’s production environment.
Minimum requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
- Fluent Business English
- Advanced computer literacy
No specific previous work experience is listed in the official vacancy requirements.
Duties and responsibilities
The successful candidate will assist with production and manufacturing processes while completing the required practical learning.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing specific production and manufacturing processes
- Studying the theoretical aspects of manufacturing dairy and beverage products
- Carrying out practical tasks and instructions during the manufacturing process
- Complying with workplace health and safety requirements
- Following good manufacturing practices
- Adhering to Clover’s required quality standards
Skills and competencies
Clover is looking for applicants who can demonstrate qualities including:
- Proactive and action-oriented behaviour
- Honesty and consistency
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making
- High standards of work
- Commitment and motivation
- Logical thinking and reasoning
- Customer orientation
- Planning and organisational ability
- Ability to apply knowledge and technology
- Focus on achieving results
About Clover
Clover is a major South African dairy and food and beverage company with operations spanning production, distribution and other areas of the FMCG sector.
The company offers employment and development opportunities across its production, distribution, sales and support operations.
Employment Equity
Clover states that it is committed to Employment Equity and Transformation.
Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in accordance with the company’s Employment Equity objectives.
Applicants should apply before the closing date rather than waiting until the final day.
How this vacancy was verified
This vacancy was verified directly through Clover’s official eRecruit recruitment portal.
The official vacancy confirms:
- Job title: Dairy Apprentice
- Reference: CLO261006-3
- Location: Queensburgh, KwaZulu-Natal
- Department: Production
- Number of positions: 1
- Required education: Grade 12 / National Certificate
- Closing date: 13 October 2026
Clover’s official careers page also confirms that legitimate Clover vacancies are processed through its formal recruitment channels.
Recruitment scam warning
Clover warns applicants about recruitment fraud.
The company states that Clover and organisations recruiting on its behalf do not ask applicants to make payments at any stage of the recruitment process.
Never pay anyone who claims they can secure you a Clover job, apprenticeship or interview.
Closing date
Applications close on: 13 October 2026
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Clover eRecruit recruitment portal.
Before submitting your application:
- Check that you meet the minimum requirements.
- Prepare an updated CV.
- Ensure your Grade 12/NQF Level 4 qualification is correctly recorded.
- Check that your contact information is accurate.
- Quote reference number CLO261006-3 where required.