SGS YES (Youth Employment Service) Learnership 2025: Accepting Candidates Who Are Unemployed

About SGS
SGS holds a distinguished position as the leading global provider of inspection, verification, testing, and certification services. Recognized for its steadfast dedication to upholding quality and integrity on a global scale, SGS establishes the benchmark for excellence in the industry. With a workforce exceeding 97,000 highly skilled professionals, SGS operates across an extensive network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories located worldwide.

This expansive global footprint underscores SGS’s unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch services and reliability across a wide array of industries and geographical regions. Through its extensive presence and unparalleled expertise, SGS remains dedicated to meeting the diverse needs and expectations of its clients worldwide.

About the SGS YES (Youth Employment Service) Learnership 2025
SGS is accepting candidates to participate in their YES Learnership to improve their theoretical and practical skills for a better chance in the job market. The SGS YES (Youth Employment Service) Learnership offers an exceptional opportunity to gain a solid footing in this sector. This comprehensive learnership provides participants with a robust foundation in the field.

Throughout the program’s duration, you will engage with a meticulously designed curriculum that seamlessly integrates theoretical learning with hands-on practical experience within a real-world corporate environment. Guided by experienced and dedicated training providers, you will have the opportunity to make significant strides in your personal and professional development, ultimately working towards achieving a recognized qualification. This immersive learning experience ensures that you not only acquire knowledge but also develop practical skills essential for success in the industry.

The SGS YES (Youth Employment Service) Learnership also requires you to perform the duties below:

• Clean the site or workshop after completing the task or at the end of the day, whichever comes first, ensuring it is free of all consumables used, such as masking tapes and tins
• Follow all quality and safety requirements set by the SGS management system
• Report any deviations, irregularities, or non-conformities verbally
• Complete any other reasonable tasks assigned by the authorized site supervisor, laboratory manager, or regional manager
• Carry out all field and laboratory work, including sampling, calculations, and tests, with accuracy
• Maintain discipline within your assigned department.

Eligibliity Criteria
If you’re feeling assured about joining the SGS YES (Youth Employment Service) Learnership, take the initiative and register! If you’re unsure about your eligibility, there’s no need to worry. Take a moment to review the outlined criteria below and evaluate your qualifications against the benchmarks set by the selection committee. To bolster your chances of acceptance, make sure to fulfill all the specified criteria. While not meeting every requirement may not result in immediate disqualification, it could potentially decrease your chances of acceptance.

The SGS YES (Youth Employment Service) Learnership Eligibility Criteria are as follows:

• Applicants must be South African citizens and able to present a valid South African ID document
• Candidates should be between 18 and 30 years of age
• Applicants must currently be unemployed
• A clean criminal record is required
• Willingness to relocate to Pretoria, Durban, or Cape Town (Bellville) is essential
• Strong proficiency in using computer programs, especially the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), is expected
• A strong interest or aptitude in data analysis is beneficial
• Solid research capabilities are highly valued
• Accuracy, efficiency, and keen attention to detail are important for task completion
• Excellent organizational abilities are necessary
• Applicants should be self-motivated and able to take initiative
  Fluency in English is required
• Computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office applications, is essential
• An NQF Level 4 or a diploma in Civil Engineering is required
• Experience in sample preparation and testing processes is an advantage
• Fieldwork may include conducting density tests, sampling from layers or stockpiles, creating and handling concrete cubes, performing DCP, Ring and Ball tests, sand patch methods, and on-site viscosity tests, as well as sampling asphalt, seals, concrete, or aggregates
• All calculations related to the mentioned tests must be completed thoroughly and accurately
• Laboratory responsibilities, including supervised quality control tasks, will be part of the role
• Candidates should be physically capable and willing to lift, move, and work with samples as required.

Application Instructions
Apply online (SGS YES (Youth Employment Service) Learnership 2025):

• YES Programme- Civil Engineering

For optimal browsing experience, we recommend using Google Chrome to access the designated website.

When completing the application form, ensure to input the most relevant details accurately into the corresponding fields. All personal information provided should be precise and reflective of your current circumstances.

Alternatively, you have the option to register using platforms like Seek, Indeed, or LinkedIn, which can significantly expedite the process by eliminating the need for creating a new account.

Your application will undergo thorough review by the entire selection committee, including yourself, with a guarantee of confidentiality for the information provided. It’s imperative to meticulously review your submission to avoid any inaccuracies, as the discovery of false information could potentially compromise your candidacy.

The data supplied in your application will be utilized by the selection committee for event registration purposes. By submitting your application, you authorize the committee to utilize your personal information for this specific purpose.

All applicants are required to submit their applications exclusively through the specified website. Any attempts to submit materials through alternative channels, such as hand delivery or fax, will be disregarded by the evaluating committee.

Closing Date
Application is available as long as it is not deleted on its official website.

We highly recommend that applicants promptly submit their applications, providing sufficient time for thorough review and assessment. It’s crucial to ensure that your application is meticulously prepared, offering the selection committee detailed insights into your qualifications and suitability for the position.

SGS maintains the discretion to determine whether to proceed with an appointment as part of the recruitment process. The decisions reached by the selection committee serve as the definitive verdicts in this matter. Your cooperation and compliance with this process are greatly valued and appreciated.