In-Service Trainee Logistics

An opportunity has arisen for a In-Service Trainee Logistics in Kathu. Suitably qualified candidates from across Northern Cape are invited to apply.

Overview

The In-Service Trainee Logistics vacancy forms part of how the Kathu branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the in-service training side of the business moving forward.

Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Kathu team.

Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the in-service training group in Kathu.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the In-Service Trainee Logistics to step into the in-service training workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Your Team

Importantly, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Kathu office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Northern Cape operations get busy.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Beyond that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Kathu will be explained during the hiring process.

The Environment

Practically speaking, the environment is structured for learning, with experienced mentors, clear expectations and steady feedback. You will be treated as part of the team while you build practical skills.

Importantly, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Practically speaking, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Northern Cape.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Kathu site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

Our Commitment to Transformation

Notably, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Kathu.

Notably, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Northern Cape.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Growing With Us

Career progression for this in-service training role in Kathu depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Northern Cape.

Notably, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Kathu have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Kathu team member.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Why Join Us

Practically speaking, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this in-service training role in Kathu; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Northern Cape.

Equally, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Equally, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Notably, career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.

Core Functions

• Provide feedback to your mentor on learning gaps and goals
• Comply with all company policies, codes of conduct and safety rules
• Support transformation and youth-development objectives of the organisation
• Support live projects under the guidance of senior team members
• Build a professional portfolio of evidence for your qualification
• Apply theory from your studies to real workplace scenarios

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to maintain a workplace logbook and submit assessments on time
• Currently studying toward a recognised qualification at NQF Level 5 or higher
• References from your institution or previous employers
• Able to attend the placement location as scheduled, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
• Letter from your TVET college or university confirming the in-service training requirement
• Willingness to learn, take feedback and adapt quickly
• Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process

Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.