Triton Express: Learner (DBN, Freight Handler; Talent Pool)
Plennegy (Pty) Ltd.
2026/09/03 Durban North
Job Reference Number: Learner 004
Department: LOGISTICS
Business Unit:
Industry: Logistics
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
Triton Academy is a QCTO/ TETA-accredited Skills Development Provider that offers Learnership programmes in Freight Handling and Truck Driving to both staff and unemployed learners.
Job Description
Triton Academy – Talent Pool for Future Learnership Opportunities
Triton Academy is a QCTO/ TETA-accredited Skills Development Provider that offers Learnership programmes in Freight Handler and Truck Driver to both staff and unemployed learners. These programmes focus on developing industry and job-specific skills, empowering participants with the knowledge and competencies needed to excel in the field. Triton Academy provides these programmes in Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Polokwane and can also assist customers wherever possible with the same Learnerships.
Triton Academy is looking for motivated and committed individuals to join their 18-month Occupational Certificate: Freight Handler Learnership, aimed at empowering unemployed South African youth through structured training and hands-on experience within the logistics industry.
Please note: This is not an immediate open position but rather an opportunity to be considered for future learnership intakes
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Key Performance Areas (Training Activities):
Loading and off-loading goods from vehicles
Preparing a vehicle for trips
Receiving, dispatching, and handling freight documentation
Delivery and collection of goods and stock
General housekeeping and maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment
Picking and packing stock accurately
Receiving incoming stock and verifying against documentation
Ensuring correct stacking and securing of goods for safe transport
Performing ancillary warehouse and transport-related duties
Learning & Development:
Structured theoretical training aligned with QCTO curriculum
Workplace practical experience and mentorship
Assessment preparation for final external examination
Job Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
South African citizen with clear criminal record
Aged between 23 and 35 years
Matric (Grade 12) / TVET N3 / NQF Level 3
Proof of certified Matric certificate and/ or full Academic record and ID
Minimum 40% pass in English and Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy
No bursary obligation with another company
Not currently employed or studying
Preferably reside within 20-25 km radius from the Company
Must be medically fit
Able to read, write and communicate in English
Numerically literate
Must be able to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
Must have own reliable transport
Computer Literacy (Advantageous)
Previous work experience in logistics/warehouse (Advantageous)
Programme information:
Programme Title: Occupational Certificate in Freight Handler
18 months Full- time Learnership with Theoretical, Practical & Workplace components
Stipend= R4500.00 per month
Applicants of all races, genders and backgrounds who meet the minimum programme requirements are encouraged to apply.