Retail & FMCG Learnership

Pepkor Retail Learnership 2026

A 12-month W&RSETA-funded learnership delivering theoretical learning plus hands-on retail and warehouse/logistics workplace training across Pepkor Lifestyle brands such as HiFi.

By GoCareers Teamโ€ข

Apply for the Pepkor Retail Learnership

Provider: Pepkor (Pepkor Lifestyle) โ€ข National

Program Overview

Program Details

Provider:Pepkor (Pepkor Lifestyle)
Sector:Retail & FMCG
Duration:12 months
Level:NQF Level 3
Stipend:W&RSETA-funded stipend
Location:National
Intake:Annual intake - most recent intake closed 16 May 2026; watch the official portal for the next round

Key Benefits

  • โœ“NQF Level 3 accredited qualification
  • โœ“Real workplace experience with a recognised employer
  • โœ“Stipend: W&RSETA-funded stipend
  • โœ“Mentorship and structured on-the-job training
  • โœ“Strong pathway toward permanent employment

Entry Requirements

  • โœ“Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent)
  • โœ“South African citizen with valid SA ID and no criminal record
  • โœ“Currently unemployed, typically aged 18-35
  • โœ“Fluent in English
  • โœ“Willing to commit to the full 12-month learnership; certified copies of ID and Matric required

Career Opportunities

On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

Sales Assistant
Store Supervisor
Merchandiser
Stock Controller
Team Leader
Department Manager

How to Apply

1

Check the requirements

Confirm you meet every entry requirement before you apply.

2

Prepare your documents

Certified ID, matric certificate / qualifications, CV and any supporting documents.

3

Apply online

Submit your application via the official Pepkor (Pepkor Lifestyle) careers portal.

4

Assessments & interview

Shortlisted candidates complete assessments and interviews.

5

Placement

Successful learners sign a learnership agreement and begin the programme.

โš ๏ธ Good to Know

STATUS: Recurring annual programme. The Pepkor Lifestyle "Learnership (W&R SETA funded)" (Vacancy 177532) is a real, repeating intake. Evidence of recurrence: 2025 intake closed 31 July 2025, a Warehouse/Logistics variant closed 30 Nov 2025, and the latest general retail intake closed 16 May 2026. Since today is 22โ€ฆ

โ€ข Only shortlisted candidates are typically contacted โ€” check the official portal for the latest intake dates.

โ€ข Learnerships are aimed at unemployed South African youth; preference is often given to candidates from designated groups.

โ€ข Beware of scams โ€” GoCareers never charges for applications, and neither do legitimate employers.

Ready to apply?

Head to the official Pepkor (Pepkor Lifestyle) careers portal to submit your application.

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