Solareff YES Learnership 2026: Opening X14 Positions for Candidates with Matric Certificate

About Solareff
Solareff is a South African-based company recognized as a leader in engineered Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Energy Storage Solutions (BESS). Founded in May 2010 by Jaco Botha and DeVilliers Botha, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored renewable energy systems that align with clients’ specific energy needs. Solareff’s specialized divisions—SolareffSolutions, SolareffAssets, and SolareffConnect—cover every aspect of the energy value chain. From system design and installation to long-term asset management and financing, each team plays a vital role in ensuring optimal performance, regulatory compliance, and return on investment. Through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), SolareffConnect enables businesses to access clean, cost-effective electricity without upfront capital investment, reinforcing the company’s commitment to future-focused energy solutions.

With a skilled team of engineers and project managers, Solareff has successfully executed over 630 installations across Southern Africa, delivering more than 260MWp of solar power and over 41kWh of commissioned and ongoing projects. The company’s portfolio includes several landmark achievements in the renewable energy sector, such as the 7.216MWp rooftop solar PV system at Eastgate Shopping Centre—currently the largest of its kind in the country. Other notable projects include the 6.8MWp installation at Boardwalk Inkwazi in Richards Bay and the groundbreaking Clearwater Mall Embedded Generation project, which was the first commercial rooftop solar PV system in South Africa to exceed 1MWp for self-consumption. These milestones highlight Solareff’s role as a pioneer in advancing clean energy infrastructure in the region.

About the Solareff YES Learnership 2026
Solareff is looking for excited individuals who are keen on joining the company to obtain theoretical knowledge and practical skills with their YES Learnership. The Solareff YES Learnership presents a 12-month fixed-term opportunity within the Finance Department, aligned with the national Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative—a program championed by the South African Presidency. The YES initiative aims to reduce youth unemployment while advancing Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) transformation objectives.

This role is specifically designed for young South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 34, offering them meaningful exposure to the professional work environment. It provides practical, on-the-job experience in financial administration, allowing participants to build key workplace skills in a fast-paced, real-world setting. Please note: this is not a formal internship, apprenticeship, or academic training program. Participants will not receive a qualification or certificate upon completion. However, those who qualify will gain valuable insight and experience that can help pave the way for future employment in the finance or business sector.

You will also be required to perform the responsibilities below:

• Be a South African national between the ages of 18 and 34
• Showcase solid math skills and a high level of accuracy
• Work well within a team and contribute to group efforts
• Demonstrate competence in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Ensure you have not held full-time permanent employment with a single employer for longer than one year
• Avoid enrolling in full-time studies during the duration of the learnership
• Confirm that you have never participated in or been registered under the YES program before.

The learnership is opening X14 positions. For application purposes, please kindly take note of the Solareff YES Learnership 2026’s Reference Number: SOL260529-1.

Eligibility Criteria
Thinking about applying for the Solareff YES Learnership? If you’re ready, go for it—submit your application with confidence! If you’re still on the fence, that’s perfectly okay. Take a moment to go over the eligibility requirements and assess how well they align with your skills, qualifications, and experience. The more closely your background matches the criteria, the higher your chances of being shortlisted. Still, falling short on a few points doesn’t necessarily rule you out, though it might affect your likelihood of being selected.

The Solareff YES Learnership Eligibility Criteria are as follows:

• Obtain a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
  • Complete a post-matric certificate or programme as an added advantage
• Verify that you are a South African citizen between 18 and 34 years of age
• Exhibit strong numeracy skills and a sharp eye for accuracy
• Engage actively in teamwork and show a cooperative work ethic
• Operate Microsoft Office applications confidently, especially Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Limit your past full-time employment to no more than one continuous year with any single employer
• Pause any full-time studies during the year of the learnership
• Confirm that you have not taken part in or signed up for the YES program before.

Application Instructions
Apply online: Solareff YES Learnership 2026.

Please follow the application instructions below:

1. For optimal performance, open the official website using Google Chrome
2. Make sure to complete all mandatory fields with current and accurate information, especially your personal details
3. Review your application carefully before submitting, since the selection panel will evaluate it solely based on the provided content—fix any mistakes beforehand
4. You’re welcome to apply via your phone; Android devices already have Chrome installed, so there’s no need for additional downloads
5. Submitting your application grants the committee permission to use your personal details—such as your name, address, and email—for registration purposes
6. Submit your application only through the official website link, as applications sent by fax or hand delivery will not be accepted.

Closing Date
Applications for the Solareff YES Learnership must be submitted before the closing date on 03 June 2026.

To maintain a fair selection process, the committee strictly enforces submission deadlines. Any applications submitted after the cutoff will be automatically disqualified and will not be considered under any circumstances.

Applicants are highly advised to complete their submissions well before the deadline to avoid unexpected complications. Submitting early helps minimize potential delays and ensures a smoother application process.

Solareff retains the discretion to cancel or not fill the position. All decisions made by the selection panel are final and are not open to appeal.

Contact Us

Physical Address:
Clearwater Crossing,
Corner of Hendrik Potgieter Road
and Christiaan de Wet Road,
Strubens Valley,
Roodepoort,
1724

Telephone Number: +27 11 675 1114

Email Address: [email protected]