SAFCOL Learnership Programme
Learnerships are programmes that cover theoretical and practical training and result in a full qualification endorsed by the Fibre Processing and Manufacturing SETA and the Media, Information and Communication Technologies SETA. The duration of a full-time Learnership is between eight and twelve months, depending on its level and content. SAFCOL offers Learnerships in the areas of Forestry (Silviculture and Harvesting), as well as Processing, Furniture Making, Community House Building (Timber Frame Structures) and End-User Computing.
Training is offered by Platorand Training Centre and external training providers. All external Learnership candidates receive training material, applicable tools and equipment, a monthly stipend, daily lunch and personal protective clothing. In some cases, learners may also receive accommodation. Learnerships are advertised annually.
Programme Requirements
Interested candidates who want to apply for this learnership position should ensure that they meet the following criteria
- Must be a South African Citizen;
- Must be an unemployed youth between 18 to 35 years;
- Must have successfully passed matric (Grade 12)
- Must be able to work outdoor
SAFCOL Learnership online application For 2023
All learnership application processes are made online as they open yearly. To apply for the online Learnership application check here to browse and apply for the available advertised positions.
Application Dates
The Opening and closing dates vary depending on the position available. Applicants are reminded to ensure that they submit their application early the better. SAFCOL will not tolerate any late application. Closing Date is available on the vacancies portal.
SAFCOL Learnership Stipend
When you register for a Learnership you will be paid in the form of a stipend. This means you will be paid monthly while you are on the entire learnership.
SAFCOL contact details
Find contact information below for Learnership enquires and availability at SAFCOL South Africa.
- South African Forestry Company SOC Ltd (SAFCOL)
- +27 12 436 6300
- info@safcol.co.za
- www.safcol.co.za
About SAFCOL
SAFCOL (South African Forestry Company SOC Limited) is a state-owned company under the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE). It is primarily involved in the forestry industry with operations in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, as well as in the southern half (Manica and Sofala provinces) of Mozambique.
Vision, Mission and Core Values
SAFCOL’s mandate is; to conduct forestry business which includes timber harvesting, timber processing and related activities, both domestically and internationally.
Through our operations we employ about 5000 people through direct and indirect employment and by extension, are responsible for about 20 000 lives in communities adjacent our operations
Vision
A leader in sustainable forests and commercial forest products.
