Would you like to acquire work experience that is of essence, in addition, get a valid degree, and join the ever-growing logistics sector in South Africa? Applications are now being accepted for a 12-month goods handling learnership at Triton Academy in Port Elizabeth, specifically for unemployed youngsters between the ages of 23 and 35.. This is a great opportunity for you if you are enthusiastic about practical learning, dedicated to seeking a career in logistics, and in addition, willing to work while you study.
What Is the Triton Academy Freight Handling Learnership?
The Learnership in Freight Handling at Triton Academy is a well-organized 12-month long one designed to teach the participants how to make a perfect match between theoretical knowledge gained or acquired in accredited training institutions and the practical experience in the workplace. The focus of this learnership is on National Certificate in Freight Handling which is a course that is recognized by the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA).
Unemployed South Africans, who have at least a Grade 12 or NQF Level 3 qualification, can take advantage of such an opportunity. They not only will they develop their soft and hard skills in warehousing, logistics, and freight management but they will also get practical experience.
Why Apply for This Learnership?
1. Nationally Recognized Certification
You’ll complete a TETA-accredited qualification that is respected across the logistics and freight industries in South Africa. This certificate boosts your employability and opens doors to permanent roles in warehousing, transport coordination, inventory control, and more.
2. Practical On-the-Job Experience
Rather than just attending lectures, you’ll gain hands-on experience in real logistics environments. From preparing vehicles and dispatching goods to handling documentation and managing stock, you’ll walk away with job-ready skills employers are actively seeking.
3. Structured Training and Mentorship
Throughout the program, you’ll receive both theoretical instruction and on-site mentorship. Trainers and supervisors will help you understand key industry practices, ensuring you meet all unit standards required for external verification and certification.
4. Gateway Into a High-Demand Industry
Freight and logistics are essential to South Africa’s economy. With companies seeking skilled and reliable workers, this learnership gives you a competitive edge in an industry that continues to grow.
What Will You Learn and Do?
As a learner on this program, you will participate in a wide range of activities, both classroom-based and in the workplace. The focus is on equipping you with practical knowledge and essential skills used daily in logistics operations.
Training Activities Include:
- Loading and unloading goods from delivery vehicles
- Preparing vehicles for local and long-distance trips
- Picking, packing, and stacking stock for transport
- Receiving and verifying stock against relevant documentation
- Handling dispatch and freight paperwork
- Assisting with warehouse operations and stock control
- Ensuring safe and secure storage of goods
- Housekeeping duties to keep workspaces clean and organized
- Making deliveries and collections in a time-sensitive environment
Learning & Development Focus:
- Theory aligned with national unit standards
- Mentored practical experience in a working warehouse or logistics facility
- Preparation for final external assessments to complete your qualification
Minimum Entry Requirements
- Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen
- Age: Between 23 and 35 years old
- Education: Grade 12 / TVET N3 / NQF Level 3 with a minimum of 40% in English and Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- Medical Fitness: Must be medically fit to perform manual duties
- Language & Communication: Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Numeracy: Must be numerically literate
- Work Availability: Willing and able to work shifts, weekends, and possibly public holidays
- Criminal Record: Must have a clear criminal record
- Transport: Must have reliable transport to and from the training site
Bonus Advantages:
- Basic computer literacy
- Any prior work experience in a warehouse or logistics setting
Job Type and Duration
Salary: The compensation is market-related and aligned with industry standards for learnerships. While the salary may not be high, the value of the free accredited training and work experience far outweighs the cost, giving you a real return on your time investment.
Location
This learnership is based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. Applicants must live in Port Elizabeth or surrounding areas and be able to travel daily to the workplace and training facility.
Who Is Triton Academy?
A reputable TETA-accredited training institution, Triton Academy is particularly about logistics and transportation skills. Triton Academy has become a familiar name in Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town and lately in the Port Elizabeth area, and still, it has maintained its target in providing training for corporate clients looking for skilled personnel and unemployed learners who want to get work.
One of the good things about their curriculum is that it addresses the real needs of the industry, this automatically ensures that the graduates have no problem in terms of the practical application of their skills straight after finishing their studies.
If you’ve been looking for a way to get meaningful work experience, get a certificate that is recognized internationally, and position yourself for long-term career success — the moment is now. The Triton Academy Freight Handling Learnership is not only a training course but also an open door to genuine future prospects.
How to Apply
Remember, application specifications are not mentioned here. It would be best if you could visit the official website for Triton Academy and submit your application with the required documents to the Port Elizabeth office. Keep your CV updated and include any relevant experience since even an informal one will do.
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