Bidvest Facilities Management: Learnership Programme

ByRainbow Time

Bidvest Facilities Management is excited to invite unemployed youth from South Africa to apply for a 12-month Unitary Installer Learnership Programme (NQF L2) located in Olifantsfontein, Gauteng. This initiative is focused on professional growth, providing structured theoretical education, practical skills training, and supervised workplace experience in the HVAC and facilities management sectors. The program adheres to the QCTO Occupational Qualification 103269, covering crucial areas such as HVAC system installation, commissioning, tool usage, and fault identification. Participants will also gain essential knowledge of occupational health and safety standards, including working at heights, while developing the professional discipline necessary for technical service environments.

To be eligible, applicants must be between 18 and 34 years old and possess either an NQF Level 4, 5, or 6 qualification or a Grade 12 certificate with mandatory Mathematics and Physical Science. As the role involves physical labor in plant rooms and on rooftops, candidates must be medically fit and comfortable working at heights. Success in this programme requires a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards. The company is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as individuals with disabilities, as long as they meet the physical and academic requirements for the trade.

  • Position: Learnership Programme – Unitary Installer (NQF L2)
  • Location: Olifantsfontein, Gauteng
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Closing Date: 13 February 2026
Job Details
  • Division: BFM Operations 1
  • Minimum experience: Entry Level
  • Company primary industry: Facilities Services
  • Job functional area: Operations
  • Contract term: 12 months
Job Description

ROLE PURPOSE

This learnership is designed to develop competent entry‑level professionals by providing structured theoretical instruction, practical skills development, and supervised workplace experience. The programme equips learners with the essential knowledge and capabilities required to pursue employment within Facilities Management, HVAC, and related technical service environments. It is a 12‑month Professional Learnership Programme aligned to the QCTO Occupational Qualification 103269.

MAIN OUTPUTS

  • HVAC principles and system fundamentals
  • Unitary HVAC system installation and commissioning
  • Occupational Health and Safety, including Working at Heights
  • Basic electrical and mechanical skills
  • Tool usage and fault identification
  • Workplace professionalism and compliance
  • Training includes classroom-based learning, practical training, and supervised workplace experience

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS / KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

The Applicant must meet the following requirements:

  • NQF Level 4, 5, or 6 qualification OR Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science (compulsory)
  • Age between 18 and 34 years old
  • Good physical health suitable for site-based technical work
  • Medically fit, including Working at Heights
  • Must not be afraid of working at heights (training provided)
  • Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Willingness to learn and work with tools and equipment
  • Physical ability to work in plant rooms, rooftops, and construction environments
  • Ability to follow safety rules and technical instructions


CERTIFICATION

All training and assessment are conducted in accordance with QCTO requirements. Only learners who successfully meet training, assessment, workplace, and medical fitness requirements will be eligible for certification.

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

  • Initiative/Proactivity
  • Deadline driven and highly motivated
  • Stress tolerance
  • Good Communication
  • Customer Focus
  • Innovation
  • Problem Analysis
  • Teamwork and Partnering
  • Relationship Building
  • Interactive Reasoning

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

Bidvest Facility Management is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are welcomed from all racial and ethnic groups, female and male candidates, and persons with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided where applicable.

Closing Date: 13 February 2026

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Bidvest Facilities Management careers portal before the closing date of 13 February 2026. Ensure that a comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications, and a valid ID document are included in the submission.

Apply Here: Learnership Programme – Unitary Installer (NQF L2)