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A In-Service Trainee Finance is needed in Odendaalsrus. The role focuses on consistent delivery, accurate work and clear communication across the Free State operation.
About the Opportunity
The organisation is investing in its Odendaalsrus operation, and this In-Service Trainee Finance position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the in-service training function and contribute to the wider Free State business.
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 Odendaalsrus team.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the In-Service Trainee Finance 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.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the in-service training team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Odendaalsrus much easier.
Your Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the in-service training side of the business inside out. The Odendaalsrus group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
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.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Beyond that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Odendaalsrus will be explained during the hiring process.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusive recruitment is part of the organisation’s employment practices. Applicants are assessed on relevant qualifications, skills and experience for this role in Odendaalsrus.
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.
Beyond that, inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Odendaalsrus.
On top of that, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Free State.
Where You’ll Work
Crucially, 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.
Practically speaking, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Free State.
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.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Odendaalsrus site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
A Typical Day
Your day starts with a quick check-in with your mentor and a review of the tasks you’ll shadow or own. You spend time observing experienced colleagues, asking questions and trying small pieces of work yourself. As the day progresses, you capture notes for your logbook, attend team huddles and contribute where you can. The mix of structured learning, real workplace exposure and supportive feedback helps you turn classroom theory into skills you can actually use.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Odendaalsrus.
In addition, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Free State operations throw up the unexpected.
Equally, the Odendaalsrus office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Attend on-site and online learning sessions linked to your qualification
- Shadow experienced professionals and learn department-specific processes
- Build a professional portfolio of evidence for your qualification
- Capture data, prepare reports and assist with departmental administration
- Support live projects under the guidance of senior team members
Candidate Profile
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Currently studying toward a recognised qualification at NQF Level 5 or higher
- Strong academic record in your chosen field
- Letter from your TVET college or university confirming the in-service training requirement
- Legally entitled to work in South Africa for the duration of the placement
- Ability to maintain a workplace logbook and submit assessments on time
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.