Apply for Free State Oil Learnerships 2026 at VKB Group
The Free State Oil Learnerships are now open for unemployed young people who have completed Matric and are looking to gain valuable workplace experience in the agricultural processing industry. VKB Group is offering the Free State Oil Learnerships at its Villiers Oil Press facility in the Free State through an 8-month structured learnership programme. The Free State Oil Learnerships provide practical on-the-job training where learners will gain hands-on experience in industrial cleaning, production support, equipment sanitation, and workplace safety while completing the required theoretical assignments. The Free State Oil Learnerships combine structured learning with practical workplace exposure, preparing learners with valuable industry knowledge and skills.
Position Details
- Programme: Free State Oil Learnership
- Company: VKB Group
- Division: VKB Agri Processors
- Business Unit: Free State Oil – Villiers Oil Press
- Job Type: Learnership
- Contract Duration: 8 Months
- Location: Villiers, Free State
- Industry: Agriculture / Food Processing
- Closing Date: 24 July 2026
Requirements
To qualify for the Free State Oil Learnerships, applicants should have:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Be unemployed
- Be between 18 and 32 years old
- Be able to read, write, and understand English
- Reside in Villiers or surrounding areas
- Be willing to complete the full 8-month learnership programme
Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Willingness to learn
- Good communication skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Physical fitness
- Ability to work in confined spaces
- Ability to work at heights
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily cleaning duties alongside cleaning contractors
- Carry out scheduled cleaning tasks
- Clean production equipment and processing lines to required standards
- Ensure hygiene standards are maintained through sample testing requirements
- Complete all required learnership assignments
- Follow workplace safety procedures at all times
- Support production activities where required
- Work effectively as part of the operational team
Why Apply
- Gain practical workplace experience in the agricultural industry
- Complete an 8-month structured learnership programme
- Develop valuable production and hygiene skills
- Receive on-the-job training from experienced professionals
- Improve future employability within the agriculture and manufacturing sectors
- Opportunity to work for one of South Africa’s leading agricultural companies
Important Notes
- Applications close on 24 July 2026
- The programme is based in Villiers, Free State
- Applicants must be unemployed and between 18 and 32 years old
- Only candidates from Villiers and surrounding areas will be considered
- Use Google Chrome when applying through the VKB Career Portal
- Upload a clear CV in PDF or Word format only
- Supporting documents must be uploaded in their designated sections of the online application
- VKB Group supports Employment Equity and encourages applications from persons with disabilities
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