Bidvest International Logistics (BIL), a top logistics firm in South Africa, is recognized for its extensive work in moving goods, storing items, transporting them, and providing supply chain services. Every year, the company offers learnerships and YES programs to young people, giving them hands-on work experience and skills useful in the industry.
In 2025, many learnerships will be offered in various South African provinces, allowing young people without jobs to get important experience in the logistics field.
What the Bidvest International Logistics Learnership Offers
The BIL Learnership/YES Programme is designed to give young South Africans hands-on experience in the logistics environment.
Participants gain:
- Workplace-Based Training
You’ll work within different operational areas such as:
- Freight management
- Warehousing
- Administration
- Import/export processes
- Customer service support
This real-world experience is invaluable for building your CV
- Industry-Relevant Skills
The programme equips you with skills such as:
- Talking and working well with others
- Managing your time efficiently
- Knowing how supply chains work
- Basic computer and system knowledge
- Solving problems in work settings
- A Foot Into the Corporate World
BIL treats its employees as partners. Completing the programme successfully increases your employability and may even open doors to future roles within the company or the logistics field in general.
This wide geographical spread gives applicants from various regions a chance to participate without having to relocate.
Important Topic:
Minimum Requirements
While requirements may vary slightly depending on location, most BIL YES/learnership opportunities require:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Must have completed Matric or Grade 12.
- Must not currently have a job.
- Must not have taken part in the YES program before (for YES roles).
- Must agree to complete a program lasting one year.
- Must be able to speak and listen well, and be eager to gain new knowledge.
Some roles may ask for a valid driver’s licence or interest in logistics, depending on placement.
How to Apply
Shortlisted candidates are contacted for assessments or interviews.
Tips for a Successful Application
- Submit your application quickly, as some jobs are only available for a short time.
- Your resume should be easy to read and professional, showing your contact details, schooling, and any past jobs or volunteer work.
- Show that you are interested in logistics; even a short statement of interest is helpful.
- Get your documents officially verified if they ask you to.
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