Bidvest SACD Announces 2025/26 Learnerships for Unemployed Youth—Launch Your Career Today!
Bidvest SACD Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their National Certificate Clearing & Forwarding Agent Learnership Vacancies. The closing date for applications is the 20 October 2025.
If you’re a South African teen who is curious about how goods move around the world, this learnership could be your first step into the logistics and freight‑forwarding world. Bidvest SACD is giving unemployed youth a chance to learn real‑world skills, earn a nationally recognised qualification, and build a career that can lead to higher pay and exciting job prospects.
What the Learnership Looks Like
- 12‑month program on a fixed‑term contract.
- You’ll work on the ground in the same offices that handle international shipments.
- Training combines hands‑on work with classroom lessons so you understand both the theory and practical side of clearing and forwarding.
- After you finish, you’ll receive a National Certificate (NQF Level 5), a qualification that employers across South Africa can recognise.
How It Helps You
- Get paid while you learn – you can earn a decent salary and support yourself during the year.
- Learn from professionals who know the industry inside out; they’ll coach you and give you honest feedback.
- Work in a supportive, growth‑focused team that’s happy to see you succeed.
- The skills you learn can open doors not just in logistics, but in supply chain management, customs brokerage, and more.
Where the Program Is Offered
- Durban – a major port city, great for learning about sea freight.
- Johannesburg – the market hub of South Africa; you’ll see how goods flow across the country.
- Cape Town – a gateway to international trade and an excellent learning environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Finished Matric (Grade 12).
- Between 18 and 29 years old.
- Good at problem‑solving and ready to keep learning.
- Not registered in any post‑school course between October 2025 and September 2026.
- Have never taken part in another learnership before.
- Live in the region (Durban, Johannesburg, or Cape Town) for the whole 12‑month term.
- A post‑Matric qualification helps, but isn’t required.
- Disabled applicants who meet all the other conditions are especially encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Send three items to the HR email for your chosen location:
- Letter of Motivation – let us know why you’re interested and what you hope to learn.
- Detailed CV – list your school, any work experience, and skills.
- Certified copies of your ID and your Grade 12 Certificate.
Make sure everything is clear and up‑to‑date. Check the email address from the Bidvest SACD careers page before you hit send.
Ready to Start?
If you’ve got the right age, schooling, and a hunger to learn about freight and logistics, this learnership could kick‑start a bright future. Spots are limited, so the earlier you apply, the better your chances.
Don’t miss this chance to earn a national certificate, learn from industry pros, and step into a career that can pay well and grow over time. Submit your application before the 20 October 2025 deadline.
Related Reading (Help You Plan)
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- How to apply for a services Seta learnership – a step‑by‑step guide that can help you with the paperwork.
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