Arjo, a global medical technology company, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026/2027 Youth Employment Services (YES) Learnership Programme. This initiative aims to provide unemployed South African youth with valuable workplace experience over a 12-month period while earning a monthly stipend of R5,614.
About the Arjo YES Learnership Programme
The programme targets young South Africans aged between 18 and 35 years who have completed at least a National Senior Certificate (Matric). It caters to a range of candidates, from recent matriculants seeking their first professional exposure to graduates looking to develop practical skills within a leading international medical technology environment.
Participants receive structured on-the-job training across diverse operational areas and gain hands-on experience that can enhance future employment prospects, although completion does not guarantee permanent placement at Arjo.
Who Can Apply?
- South African citizens aged 18-35 years
- Unemployed individuals holding a National Senior Certificate or equivalent
- Candidates not currently enrolled in or previously having completed any other learnership, internship, or training programmes
- Applicants must have clear criminal and credit records
- Residency within the geographical area relevant to the chosen placement
- Willingness to commit to the full 12-month duration of the programme
Relevant diplomas or degrees related to the chosen position are an advantage but not mandatory for all roles.
Available Positions and Locations
Arjo is offering 14 opportunities across 10 different roles located primarily in Gauteng, Western Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal:
- Reception and Operations Administrator – Rosslyn, Akasia (1 position)
- Human Resource Administrator – Samrand, Centurion (1 position)
- Warehouse Assistant – Rosslyn, Akasia (5 positions)
- Junior Service Technician – Cape Town, Stikland Industrial (1 position)
- Service Assessment Administrator – Rosslyn, Akasia (1 position)
- Rental and Operations Administrator – Cape Town, Stikland Industrial (1 position)
- Rental and Operations Administrator – Samrand, Centurion (1 position)
- Rental and Operations Administrator – Durban, Pinetown (1 position)
- Quality Assurance Administrator – Rosslyn, Akasia (1 position)
- Billing Administrator – Samrand, Centurion (1 position)
Programme Details
- Duration: 12 months
- Monthly stipend: R5,614
- Roles offer exposure to various business functions including administration, human resources, warehousing, technical services, rental operations, quality assurance, billing, and customer support
- Participants gain practical experience in an international medical technology organisation
Key Responsibilities and Skills Development
The roles involve a broad range of tasks pertinent to the respective fields, such as:
- Customer service, data capturing, record management, and operational support for administration-based roles
- Maintaining employee and HR documentation, assisting with payroll and employee engagement for HR roles
- Inventory control, stock verification, dispatch, and warehouse safety for warehouse assistants
- Technical diagnosis, repairs, and equipment servicing for junior service technician post
- Quality assurance documentation, audit assistance, health and safety compliance for QA roles
- Financial billing processes and customer queries for billing administrators
Important Considerations Before Applying
Applicants are encouraged to reflect on how the learnership aligns with their career ambitions. The programme is designed to provide meaningful work experience that supports longer-term career development, not immediate permanent employment.
Researching careers related to the vacancies using resources such as the Career & Qualification Explorer or exploring further education options via TVET and university explorations can help applicants choose roles that best fit their backgrounds and goals.
How to Apply
Applications for the Arjo YES Learnership Programme 2026/2027 are submitted online via Arjo’s official recruitment portal. Candidates should carefully select the vacancy that best aligns with their qualifications and preferred location. Detailed vacancy references include:
- Yes01 – Reception and Operations Administrator
- Yes02 – Human Resource Administrator
- Yes03 – Warehouse Assistant
- Yes04 – Junior Service Technician
- Yes05 – Service Assessment Administrator
- Yes06 – Rental and Operations Administrator – Cape Town
- Yes07 – Rental and Operations Administrator – Centurion
- Yes08 – Rental and Operations Administrator – Durban
- Yes09 – Quality Assurance Administrator
- Yes10 – Billing Administrator
Applicants should ensure their CVs are up to date, qualifications are clearly stated, and that their residential details correspond with the vacancy location. Honesty regarding qualifications and experience is essential.
For application submission, visit Arjo’s official careers website.
