Röhlig-Grindrod – 12-month Learnership Programme

Röhlig-Grindrod is offering multiple 12-month Learnership Programmes in Johannesburg, Durban, and Gqeberha, with opportunities in Contract Logistics, Sea Freight, and HR / Business Administration for young South Africans who want practical workplace exposure in the logistics sector.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

These are structured 12-month learnerships designed to help young people gain practical experience, develop useful workplace skills, and build a foundation for future careers in logistics, supply chain, and business support. All four programmes offer on-the-job training in a working business environment.

Note: The opportunities are similar, but they are not identical. Three are logistics-related streams, while one is focused on HR / Business Administration. The qualification route also differs depending on which stream you apply for, so it is important to choose the one that best fits your background.

Programme streams covered in this post

• Johannesburg – Contract Logistics: based at Linbro Park Head Office, 5 spots available
• Durban – Sea Freight: based at Durban Grindrod House Branch, 2 spots available
• Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth – Sea Freight: based at PE Walmer Office, 1 spot available
• Johannesburg – HR / Business Administration: based at Linbro Park Head Office, number of spots not stated

Who this opportunity may suit

• A young South African who wants first-time workplace exposure
• Someone interested in logistics, supply chain, freight, or business support work
• An applicant who is organised, proactive, and willing to learn
• A person who wants a structured entry route into the working world rather than only classroom learning

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll gain practical workplace exposure through on-the-job training while building communication, organisation, teamwork, and business-support skills in your chosen stream.

• Take part in a structured 12-month learnership
• Receive on-the-job training in your assigned business area
• Build practical workplace skills in logistics, supply chain, freight, or HR administration
• Develop communication, organisation, problem-solving, and teamwork ability
• Gain experience in a fast-paced logistics and supply chain environment

Eligibility requirements

Check the requirements below before applying.

Shared requirements across all four programmes

• South African citizen
• Not older than 27 years
• Ideally no previous professional work experience
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proactive attitude
• Accountability and integrity
• Problem-solving skills
• Good organisational skills
• Self-motivated and goal orientated
• Deadline-driven
• Willingness to learn
• Flexibility
• Teamwork

Johannesburg – Contract Logistics requirements

• Matric certificate
• Completed Matric with at least 50% in English, and either 60% in Mathematics or 70% in Maths Literacy
• Should not have previously completed a Logistics / Supply Chain Learnership Programme

Durban and Gqeberha – Sea Freight requirements

• Matric certificate
• Completed Higher Certificate or National Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain
• Should not have previously completed a Logistics / Supply Chain Learnership Programme

Johannesburg – HR / Business Administration requirements

• Matric certificate
• Business Administration Certificate or Diploma
• Should not have previously completed a Logistics / Supply Chain Learnership or Business Admin Programme

Advantageous qualities mentioned on the adverts

• Customer service orientation
• Good decision-making ability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to contribute positively within a team
• Adaptability in a changing environment

What this role really means

A learnership like this usually means building the habits and confidence needed to function well in a real workplace, not just observing others from the side. In practice, that can include learning how teams operate, handling tasks under deadlines, using business systems, and understanding how logistics or support functions keep operations moving. If you are applying, it helps to show that you are dependable, teachable, and serious about starting a career path.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Matric certificate
• Latest school / college results
• Relevant Higher Certificate, Diploma, or Business Administration qualification where required
• Clear contact details (phone + email)

Need help with CVs, certified copies, and application tips? Use our Resources & Guides Hub.

About the sponsor

Röhlig-Grindrod is a logistics and supply chain business operating in South Africa as part of the wider Röhlig network. Its official company pages describe the business as offering multi-modal logistics solutions across air, sea, road, and rail, with South African operations supported by local knowledge and international reach. For more information visit the Röhlig-Grindrod Website

Quick tips for this application

• Apply only for the stream that actually matches your qualification background
• Make your Matric and post-school qualification details easy to identify near the top of your CV
• If you are applying for the Contract Logistics stream, make sure your English and Maths / Maths Literacy marks are clearly visible
• Use your CV to show organisation, teamwork, computer literacy, and willingness to learn
• Do not submit the same untailored application across all four streams if your background does not match them equally well

Mistakes to avoid

• Applying for the wrong stream based on your qualification
• Leaving out Matric results or relevant post-school qualification documents
• Not checking the age limit before applying
• Submitting a generic CV that gives no real evidence of readiness for a professional environment
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable documents

Scam warning (important)

Do not pay any fee to apply for these learnerships. Genuine recruitment for these roles should happen through the official Röhlig-Grindrod careers platform. If anyone asks for money for placement, interviews, or faster processing, use only the official application links.

How this opportunity was verified

We checked the four official Röhlig-Grindrod learnership listings for Johannesburg Contract Logistics, Durban Sea Freight, Gqeberha Sea Freight, and Johannesburg HR / Business Administration, and combined them into one post because the programme structure and learner profile are substantially the same.

For more information about how our posts are verified, please visit our How we verify listings page.

How to apply

1. Choose the stream that best matches your qualification.
2. Read the requirements carefully on the official vacancy page.
3. Prepare your CV and supporting documents.
4. Submit your application through the official Röhlig-Grindrod careers platform before 30 April 2026.