Triton Academy, a TETA-accredited training provider, is offering a fantastic opportunity for unemployed South African youth through their 12-month National Certificate: Freight Handling Learnership. The academy specializes in developing industry-specific and job-specific skills, enabling learners to succeed in the fast-growing logistics sector.
This learnership is aimed at empowering participants with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in the freight handling and professional driving industries.
Key Responsibilities and Activities
As part of the learnership, successful candidates will be expected to take on various responsibilities and training activities. These include:
- Loading and Off-Loading Goods from Vehicles: A significant part of the role involves physically handling freight, ensuring goods are loaded and off-loaded from vehicles safely and efficiently. This activity is crucial in the logistics industry, where the safe transportation of goods is a key focus.
- Preparing a Vehicle for Trips: Learners will gain experience in ensuring that vehicles are ready for their trips, which includes ensuring that all necessary documentation is in order, and the vehicle is loaded correctly.
- Receiving, Dispatching, and Handling Freight Documentation: Another key responsibility of the learnership is handling the important documentation associated with freight. Learners will be trained to accurately process and verify documentation as goods are received and dispatched.
- Performing Ancillary Warehouse and Transport-Related Duties: The role also includes general warehouse duties and assisting with transport-related tasks, ensuring that the operational needs of the logistics business are met efficiently.
- Delivery and Collection of Goods and Stock: Learners will also be involved in the practical aspects of delivery and collection, ensuring that goods and stock are delivered to customers or collected from suppliers as needed.
Requirements for the Learnership
To be eligible for this exciting opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- South African citizenship: Only South African citizens are eligible to apply.
- Age between 23 and 35 years: The learnership is aimed at youth within this age group.
- Educational Requirements: Applicants must have a minimum of a Matric (Grade 12), TVET N3, or NQF Level 3 qualification.
- Pass Rate: A minimum of 40% in English and Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy is required.
- Unemployed Status: Applicants must not currently be employed or studying.
- Location: The position is only open to candidates residing within Port Elizabeth.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be medically fit to perform the physical tasks required in the learnership.
- Communication Skills: Applicants should be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
- Numerical Literacy: Basic numerical skills are important for handling documentation and stock management.
- Shifts and Weekends: Learners must be able to work shifts and weekends as part of the program.
- Clear Criminal Record: Applicants must have a clear criminal record to be considered for the learnership.
- Reliable Transport: Own reliable transport is a must, as candidates will be required to attend the training and work shifts at various locations.
- Computer Literacy: While not a requirement, computer literacy is considered an advantage.
- Previous Logistics Experience: Any previous work experience in logistics or warehouse operations will be advantageous, but is not a mandatory requirement.
Benefits of the Learnership
This learnership offers a range of benefits to participants, including:
- Practical Work Experience: Learners will gain hands-on experience in the logistics industry, which is essential for career growth.
- Accredited Certification: Upon successful completion of the program, learners will earn a National Certificate in Freight Handling, a qualification recognized in the industry.
- Mentorship and Support: Triton Academy provides mentorship throughout the duration of the learnership, ensuring that participants have the guidance they need to succeed.
- Potential for Future Employment: Successful completion of the learnership may lead to employment opportunities in the logistics sector.
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Triton Academy is currently accepting applications for the 12-month National Certificate: Freight Handling Learnership in Port Elizabeth. If you are motivated, committed, and eager to gain skills in the logistics industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Applications are open now, and interested candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their applications promptly. This is an excellent opportunity to gain a nationally recognized qualification and start a career in the ever-growing logistics industry.