Freight Handling Trainee — Logistics Skills Accelerator

Plennegy (Pty) Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics training provider is building a talent pool for unemployed youth through a structured 12-month program in Freight Handling. Participants will gain hands-on experience and theoretical training in logistics. Responsibilities include loading and off-loading goods, preparing vehicles, managing freight documentation, and ensuring cleanliness in workplaces. The program emphasizes practical skills and mentorship to empower young South Africans in the logistics industry.

Qualifications

• Motivated and committed individuals willing to learn.
• Basic knowledge of freight handling and logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Loading and off-loading goods from vehicles.
• Preparing a vehicle for trips.
• Receiving, dispatching, and handling freight documentation.
• Performing ancillary warehouse and transport-related duties.
• Delivery and collection of goods and stock.
• General housekeeping and maintaining clean workspaces.
• Picking and packing stock accurately.
• Receiving incoming stock and verifying against documentation.
• Ensuring correct stacking and securing of goods for safe transport.
• Learning development with structured theoretical training.
• Workplace practical experience and mentorship.
• Assessment preparation for final external verification.

Job description

A logistics training provider is building a talent pool for unemployed youth through a structured 12-month program in Freight Handling. Participants will gain hands-on experience and theoretical training in logistics. Responsibilities include loading and off-loading goods, preparing vehicles, managing freight documentation, and ensuring cleanliness in workplaces. The program emphasizes practical skills and mentorship to empower young South Africans in the logistics industry.