18 Months Learnership At Rand Water- APPLY NOW
Rand Water invites suitably qualified and previously disadvantaged individuals to apply for the Supply Chain Practitioner Learnership Programme, offering 10 positions including 5 reserved for people with disabilities. This 18-month contract position based in Glenvista, Gauteng, provides learners with the essential knowledge, practical skills, and workplace experience needed to pursue a career as a Procurement Officer.
Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens aged 18 to 35, hold a Grade 12 certificate with Mathematics Literacy and English at a minimum Level 4, and must not have any post-matric qualifications. The programme emphasizes procurement coordination, contract management, and supplier relations, aiming to develop effective communication skills and a results-driven attitude in support of Rand Water’s mandate in the water sector.
Position: Supply Chain Practitioner Learnership Programme: x10 (5 People with Disabilities) 18 Months (RAN251006-1) – Rand Water
Duration: 18 Months
Reference Number: RAN251006-1
Job Title: Supply Chain Practitioner Learnership Programme: x10 (5 People with Disabilities)
Portfolio: Strategic Human Capital
Job Type Classification: Contract
Location: Rietvlei, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 17 October 2025
Job Advert Summary
Rand Water invites applications from suitably qualified and previously disadvantaged individuals for a Supply Chain Practitioner Learnership Programme. This qualification equips learners with the knowledge, practical skills, and workplace-based experience to operate as a Procurement Officer. Responsibilities include coordinating the procurement and supply of goods and services, managing contracts and supplier negotiations, and monitoring procurement schedules.
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Minimum Requirements
- Applicants must be unemployed.
- Applicants must not be enrolled in any institution for a qualification or registered in any other Learnership Programme.
- Applicants must not hold a completed post-matric qualification (failure to disclose will result in disqualification).
- Applicants with post-matric qualifications are ineligible and should not apply.
- Applicants must have a Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics Literacy and English (minimum Level 4 in all subjects).
- Applicants must submit a SAQA/NLRD verification report (available from the SAQA website).
- Applicants must be South African citizens with a valid SA ID.
- Applicants must be aged between 18 and 35 years (per NSDSIII).
For People with Disabilities (PWDs):
- Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing must provide their own interpreters at their own cost, as this is a learnership requiring the ability to hear and communicate.
- Proof of disability (Doctor’s Certificate/Report or signed ITRDD13 by a registered medical doctor) must accompany the application.
Compulsory Documents to Accompany Application
- Certified copy of ID document
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of Matric Certificate
- SAQA/NLRD verification report
- CV
Primary Duties
- Develop and maintain implementation of operational schedules for procurement and supply.
- Manage procurement and supply relationships and contracts.
- Monitor and measure procurement and supply performance.
Responsibilities During Learnership Programme
- Attend classes as part of the learnership programme.
- Participate in discussions and activities during class.
- Complete assignments and projects as required.
- Write assessments and complete a practical logbook to evaluate knowledge and understanding.
Knowledge
- Understanding of Rand Water’s mandate and its contribution to the water sector.
Skills
- Communication skills (verbal and written).
Attitude
- Self-motivated and results-driven.
Closing Date: 17 October 2025
Apply Here: Supply Chain Practitioner Learnership Programme
