Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2027: Rohlig Grindrod
Job Details
- Company: Rohlig-Grindrod
- Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme
- Division: Sea Freight
- Business Unit: Durban
- Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Industry: Logistics and Supply Chain
- Functional Area: Operations
- Employment Type: Contract
- Contract Term: 12 Months
- Minimum Experience: Not Applicable
- Programme Commencement: 2027
- Posted: 19 August 2026
- Closing Date: 15 November 2026
Programme Overview
Rohlig-Grindrod is offering a 12-month Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme based at its Grindrod House branch in Durban. The programme is aimed at unemployed South African youth who are interested in gaining practical workplace exposure and developing skills within the logistics, freight forwarding, and supply chain industry.
The programme is particularly suited to Matriculants who are interested in learning more about the operations of a logistics and freight-forwarding environment. Participants will receive on-the-job training, providing an opportunity to gain practical experience while working in a professional business environment.
The YES Programme will commence in 2027 and is based within Rohlig-Grindrod’s Sea Freight division. Applicants do not need previous work experience, making this an opportunity for eligible young people looking to gain their first meaningful workplace experience.
Candidates must meet the specific YES Programme eligibility requirements, including being unemployed, a South African citizen, and not older than 35 years. Applicants must also not have previously completed a YES Programme.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the programme, applicants must:
- Have a completed Matric / Grade 12.
- Have achieved at least 50% in English.
- Have achieved at least 50% in Mathematics.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be 35 years old or younger.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Have not previously completed a YES Programme.
- Be available to participate in the 12-month programme.
- Be willing to work from the Grindrod House branch in Durban.
No previous work experience is required, making the opportunity suitable for eligible candidates who are entering the workplace for the first time.
Advantageous Skills and Attributes
While previous experience is not required, Rohlig-Grindrod is looking for candidates who demonstrate the following qualities:
- Strong customer service orientation.
- The ability to work effectively in a demanding customer environment.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Sound decision-making abilities.
- The ability to work under pressure.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Good communication skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- A willingness to contribute towards team objectives.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn.
- The ability to remain flexible in a constantly changing work environment.
What the Programme Offers
The YES Programme provides participants with on-the-job training, allowing successful candidates to gain practical workplace exposure within the logistics and supply chain environment.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn about working in a professional organisation and develop workplace skills such as communication, customer service, teamwork, problem-solving, time management, and adapting to operational requirements.
For young people interested in freight forwarding, sea freight, logistics, and supply chain operations, the programme can provide valuable exposure to the industry while building practical workplace capabilities.
Documents Required
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria should submit:
- A comprehensive CV.
- A copy of their Matric certificate.
- A copy of their South African ID.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should submit their application for the Rohlig-Grindrod Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme before the closing date.
🚨 Closing Date: 15 November 2026
📍 Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
📅 Programme starts: 2027
This is a 12-month contract opportunity and applicants must meet all YES Programme eligibility requirements to be considered.