DHL Group invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the YES4Youth Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027 at various sites in Gauteng.
Learnership Application Closing Date: Not specified
Learnership Locations: Germiston, Boksburg and Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa
Target Group: Unemployed South African youth aged 18–29
About the DHL YES4Youth Learnership Programme
DHL Group is offering YES4Youth opportunities aimed at giving unemployed young South Africans practical workplace experience within the supply chain and logistics environment.
Successful candidates will gain exposure to operational activities, workplace procedures, safety standards, customer service and industry best practices while developing practical skills and improving their employability.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Have Grade 12 / Matric.
- Have passed English.
- Have passed Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy.
- Be South African citizens.
- Be between 18 and 29 years old.
- Be unemployed at the time of application.
Advantageous Requirements
The following will be advantageous:
- Valid MHE licence.
- Forklift licence.
- PPT licence.
- Reach Truck licence.
- Valid driver’s licence.
Key Responsibilities
Successful learners may be responsible for:
- Learning and understanding client requirements and service expectations.
- Learning the correct use of equipment.
- Reporting equipment defects or malfunctions.
- Reporting and recording non-conformances involving customer merchandise.
- Working in operational areas determined by management.
- Following established operating procedures.
- Following safe working practices.
- Performing loading and offloading activities.
- Following instructions from supervisors and managers.
- Completing operational tasks accurately.
- Completing delivery-related tasks.
- Maintaining productivity standards.
- Maintaining quality standards.
- Paying close attention to detail.
- Complying with company policies and procedures.
- Complying with health and safety requirements.
- Maintaining good housekeeping in the work area.
- Working effectively as part of a team.
- Maintaining a professional and positive attitude.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should have:
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build relationships.
- Good teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Good customer service skills.
- Clear written communication.
- Clear verbal communication.
- Positive work ethic.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Professional conduct.
The following will also be advantageous:
- Administrative skills.
- Understanding of quality standards.
- Awareness of workplace security.
- Basic operational knowledge.
- Understanding of service delivery.
Available DHL YES4Youth Opportunities
Germiston – Reckitt Benckiser Gosforth Park
Location: Germiston, Gauteng
Click here to apply for DHL YES4Youth Learnership at Reckitt Benckiser Gosforth Park
Boksburg – Kellogg’s
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng
Number of Posts: 4
Click here to apply for DHL YES4Youth Learnership at Kellogg’s Boksburg
Boksburg – Heineken Newgold
Location: Boksburg, Gauteng
Number of Posts: 3
Click here to apply for DHL YES4Youth Learnership at Heineken Newgold
Kempton Park – Plumbago Multi-User
Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
Click here to apply for DHL YES4Youth Learnership at Plumbago Multi-User
Kempton Park – Tiger Brands
Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
Click here to apply for DHL YES4Youth Learnership at Tiger Brands
Who Should Apply?
This programme is suitable for young South Africans who:
- Are currently unemployed.
- Are between 18 and 29 years old.
- Have completed Matric.
- Want to gain practical experience in logistics, warehousing and supply chain operations.
- Are willing to work in operational environments.
- Are able to follow instructions and safety procedures.
- Are willing to learn and work as part of a team.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official DHL careers platform.
Applicants should use the individual application link for the site and opportunity they wish to apply for.
Separate opportunities are available in Germiston, Boksburg and Kempton Park.
Important Application Information
Applicants should:
- Ensure that they meet the YES4Youth age requirements.
- Be unemployed when applying.
- Have Matric with English and Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy.
- Apply for the location that suits them.
- Ensure their CV and personal details are accurate.
- Submit their application while the opportunities remain available.
Closing Date
Not specified
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible because vacancies may close once sufficient applications have been received.