South Africa’s logistics and supply chain sector continues to expand rapidly as global trade, e-commerce, and transport infrastructure grow stronger each year. If you’re a young South African looking for a structured pathway into the logistics industry, the Rohlig-Grindrod Learnership Programme 2026 offers a practical opportunity to build career-ready skills in a professional environment.
This 12-month learnership programme is designed to help unemployed youth gain workplace experience, develop business administration competencies, and prepare for long-term employment opportunities within the logistics and freight forwarding sector.
The programme is available in multiple strategic logistics hubs across the country:
- Sandton, Gauteng
- Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Durban International Airport, KwaZulu-Natal
Applications close on 30 April 2026, and spaces are limited.
If you hold a Matric Certificate and Business Administration qualification, this could be your gateway into one of South Africa’s most in-demand industries.
Quick Overview
Programme: Rohlig-Grindrod Learnership Programme
Duration: 12 months
Locations:
- Sandton (Gauteng)
- Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
- Durban (KwaZulu-Natal)
- Durban International Airport (KwaZulu-Natal)
Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Minimum Qualification:
- Matric Certificate
- Business Administration Certificate or Diploma
Age Requirement:
- South African citizen
- Not older than 27 years
Experience Requirement:
- Ideally no previous professional work experience
- Must not have previously completed a Logistics / Supply Chain Learnership or Business Administration Programme
What the Rohlig-Grindrod Learnership Programme Offers
This 12-month structured workplace training programme provides:
- Real workplace exposure
- Practical logistics administration experience
- Mentorship from industry professionals
- Business environment training
- Supply chain coordination exposure
- Client-focused operations learning
- Office systems training using MS Office tools
- Professional communication development
Learners gain exposure to how logistics companies coordinate movement between:
- suppliers
- warehouses
- transport partners
- ports
- airports
- customers
This experience significantly improves employability across South Africa’s transport and logistics sector.
Minimum Entry Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
You must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be younger than 27 years
- Hold a Matric Certificate
- Hold a Business Administration Certificate or Diploma
- Have strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Be computer literate (MS Office)
- Have strong organisational skills
- Be self-motivated and goal-driven
- Demonstrate accountability and integrity
- Be willing to learn in a professional environment
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Work effectively in teams
Applicants should ideally:
- Have no previous professional work experience
- Not have completed a Logistics / Supply Chain learnership previously
- Not have completed a Business Administration learnership previously
This ensures the programme supports first-time entrants into the logistics workplace environment.
What You Will Learn During the Programme
Learners participate in structured workplace exposure covering:
Business Administration Skills
You may gain experience in:
- document management
- office coordination
- logistics reporting
- customer communication
- scheduling support
- internal operations tracking
Supply Chain Environment Exposure
Depending on placement location, learners may support teams working in:
- freight forwarding coordination
- shipment tracking
- customs documentation
- air cargo operations
- warehouse administration
- client support services
Airport-based placements, such as Durban International Airport, provide especially strong exposure to international logistics systems.
Who Should Apply for This Learnership
This opportunity is ideal for youth who:
- studied Business Administration
- want logistics experience
- want corporate office exposure
- want supply chain careers
- want freight forwarding careers
- want export/import industry exposure
- want structured workplace training
It is particularly valuable for applicants struggling to gain their first professional workplace experience.
Why the Location Options Matter
This learnership is offered in strategic logistics hubs.
Each location supports different aspects of supply chain operations.
Sandton (Gauteng)
Sandton supports:
- corporate logistics administration
- client coordination
- business operations planning
- national freight coordination
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)
This region supports:
- port-based shipping logistics
- automotive export supply chains
- manufacturing distribution
Durban
Durban is South Africa’s busiest port logistics corridor, offering exposure to:
- international cargo movement
- container shipping coordination
- maritime logistics operations
Durban International Airport
Airport logistics placements expose learners to:
- air freight documentation
- cargo handling coordination
- time-sensitive shipment management
This environment is ideal for learners interested in aviation logistics careers.
How to Apply
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Edupstairs Advice for Applicants
At Edupstairs, we recommend applying for logistics learnerships because they provide:
- transferable workplace skills
- exposure to international trade systems
- corporate communication experience
- administrative competence
- structured professional development
To improve your chances:
- Apply early.
- Tailor your CV for logistics administration roles.
- Highlight MS Office skills clearly.
- Demonstrate reliability and teamwork experience.
- Show willingness to grow professionally.
Career Growth Path After Completing the Programme
Completing a logistics learnership opens several career pathways.
Possible entry-level roles include:
- Logistics Administrator
- Supply Chain Assistant
- Freight Forwarding Clerk
- Transport Coordinator Assistant
- Warehouse Administrator
- Shipping Documentation Clerk
- Import / Export Assistant
- Customer Service Logistics Consultant
With experience, professionals may progress into:
- Operations Controller roles
- Supply Chain Planner roles
- Freight Specialist roles
- Customs Compliance roles
- Logistics Supervisor roles
Logistics is one of the few industries where experience gained through learnerships often leads directly to employment opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Is this learnership paid?
Most corporate logistics learnerships in South Africa include a monthly stipend. Applicants should confirm stipend details during the application stage.
- Do I need logistics experience to apply?
No. The programme is designed for candidates without previous logistics learnership exposure.
- Can I apply if I already completed another Business Admin learnership?
No. Preference is given to candidates who have not previously completed similar structured learnership programmes.
- Is this programme open nationwide?
Yes. Applicants from across South Africa may apply, but placement depends on selected locations.
- Does completing the learnership guarantee employment?
No learnership guarantees employment. However, workplace exposure significantly improves employment prospects.
CLOSING DATE: 30 APRIL 2026
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