Work-Force
Listing live now. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Workplace Learner Retail in Mmabatho, and we encourage applicants from across North West to consider this opportunity.
About the Opportunity
The Workplace Learner Retail position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across North West. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Mmabatho and across the in-service training space.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the in-service training team in North West make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
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 Mmabatho much easier.
Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Mmabatho also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Where You’ll Work
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.
Practically speaking, 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.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in North West. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Mmabatho site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Equal Opportunity
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across North West, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
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.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Mmabatho.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across North West.
Your Future Here
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the in-service training team in Mmabatho have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Mmabatho have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across North West.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Mmabatho 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.
Meet the Team
Practically speaking, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Mmabatho office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when North West operations get busy.
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.
Crucially, the team mix in Mmabatho reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Core Functions
- Capture data, prepare reports and assist with departmental administration
- Attend on-site and online learning sessions linked to your qualification
- Support transformation and youth-development objectives of the organisation
- Complete assessments and submit deliverables on time and to standard
- Develop core workplace skills such as communication, teamwork and time management
- Apply theory from your studies to real workplace scenarios
- Support live projects under the guidance of senior team members
Candidate Profile
- Available to commit to the full duration of the in-service placement
- Commitment to youth-development and transformation objectives
- Strong work ethic and professional behaviour at all times
- Clear criminal record verified through approved screening
- Letter from your TVET college or university confirming the in-service training requirement
- Available for the full duration of the placement
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.