Bidvest Facilities Management invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Unitary Installer Learnership Programme (NQF Level 2) for 2026.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 13 February 2026
Learnership Location: Olifantsfontein, Gauteng, South Africa
This 12-month professional learnership is designed to develop entry-level technical skills in Facilities Management and HVAC, combining classroom learning, practical training, and supervised workplace experience aligned to QCTO Occupational Qualification 103269.
About the Learnership Provider – Bidvest Facilities Management
Bidvest Facilities Management (BFM) is a leading provider of integrated facilities services in South Africa. The organisation is committed to skills development and transformation through structured learnerships that prepare young people for sustainable technical careers in facilities management, HVAC, and related service environments.
About the Unitary Installer Learnership Programme (NQF Level 2)
This learnership is a 12-month contract programme aimed at developing competent, work-ready professionals. Learners receive structured theoretical instruction, practical skills development, and supervised on-site experience.
Training focus areas include:
- HVAC principles and system fundamentals
- Unitary HVAC system installation and commissioning
- Occupational Health & Safety (including Working at Heights)
- Basic electrical and mechanical skills
- Tool usage and fault identification
- Workplace professionalism and compliance
Training is delivered through classroom-based learning, practical workshops, and supervised workplace exposure.
Learnership Overview
- Programme: Unitary Installer Learnership (NQF Level 2)
- Division: BFM Operations 1
- Contract Term: 12 months
- Industry: Facilities Services
- Functional Area: Operations
- Location: Olifantsfontein, Gauteng
- Posted: 06 February 2026
- Closing Date: 13 February 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- NQF Level 4, 5, or 6 qualification, OR
- Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science (compulsory)
- Age: 18–34 years
- Good physical health for site-based technical work
- Medically fit, including Working at Heights
- Not afraid of working at heights (training provided)
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems
- Willingness to learn and work with tools and equipment
- Ability to work in plant rooms, rooftops, and construction environments
- Ability to follow safety rules and technical instructions
Fundamental Competencies
Successful learners should demonstrate:
- Initiative and proactivity
- Deadline-driven motivation
- Stress tolerance
- Good communication skills
- Customer focus
- Innovation and problem analysis
- Teamwork and relationship building
- Interactive reasoning
Certification
All training and assessment are conducted in line with QCTO requirements.
Only learners who successfully meet training, assessment, workplace exposure, and medical fitness requirements will be eligible for certification.
Employment Equity
Bidvest Facilities Management is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, including women and persons with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided where applicable.
How to Apply for the Unitary Installer Learnership 2026
Ensure your application is submitted before the closing date.
Closing Date
13 February 2026
Late applications will not be considered.