Apprentice

DHL Global Forwarding

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 67,000 - 100,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Global company
Career development
Competitive salary

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in Johannesburg invites women to join a 12-month warehouse operations apprenticeship program designed to develop practical skills in logistics.

Participants gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and potential career paths within a leading global logistics network.

Requirements include Grade 12, female, 18–35, South African citizen, residing in Johannesburg; forklift license is an advantage.

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 required for applicants.
  • Female between 18 and 35 years old.
  • South African citizen.
  • Forklift license will be an advantage.
  • Applicants must reside in Johannesburg.

Skills

Forklift operation
Reach truck
Freight handling

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.

Whoever said ‘‘the sky is the limit’’ never spoke to you! Because for you it’s the beginning - DHL Global Forwarding has an opening for an Apprentices in Johannesburg, South Africa. We have an exciting opportunity for Women to gain practical experience and valuable skills through our 12-month apprenticeship program in our Warehouse Operations.

Join us in connecting people and improving lives!

Why Choose Our Program?


  • Practical Experience: Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic warehouse environment, working alongside experienced professionals.
  • Skill Development: Acquire essential skills in De Group, Freight Handling, Forklift and Reach truck and many more.
  • Mentorship and Support: Benefit from mentorship opportunities and guidance from industry experts who are passionate about your success.
  • Career Advancement: Open doors to various career paths within the warehouse industry and position yourself for long-term growth and advancement.


Now, here is what we need from you!


  • Grade 12
  • You must be Female between the age 18 to 35 years.
  • Must be a South African citizen.
  • Forklift license will be an advantage
  • Applicants must reside in Johannesburg


We offer:


  • Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
  • Possible further career development
  • Competitive salary


Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization is an ongoing key focus area.

We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF because we have:


  • The largest global network with more than :30,000 passionate employees
  • The most efficient processes and fastest response times
  • The best solutions and best customer service


Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World.

Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.

Our Purpose: Connecting People, improving lives.

Our Values: Respect & Results

Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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