Engineering & Manufacturing Learnership

Unilever Automated Packaging Learnership 2026

A 12-month full-time onsite learnership at Unilever factories (e.g. Maydon Wharf and Indonsa in Durban, Anderbolt in Boksburg) training learners to operate automated packaging and.

By GoCareers Teamβ€’

Apply for the Unilever Automated Packaging Learnership

Provider: Unilever South Africa β€’ Durban & Boksburg

Program Overview

Program Details

Provider:Unilever South Africa
Sector:Engineering & Manufacturing
Duration:12 months
Level:NQF Level 4
Stipend:Unilever learner stipend
Location:Durban & Boksburg
Intake:Applications open periodically

Key Benefits

  • βœ“NQF Level 4 accredited qualification
  • βœ“Real workplace experience with a recognised employer
  • βœ“Stipend: Unilever learner stipend
  • βœ“Mentorship and structured on-the-job training
  • βœ“Strong pathway toward permanent employment

Entry Requirements

  • βœ“National Senior Certificate / Matric with a pass in Mathematics and Physical Science, OR an N2/N3/N4 Engineering qualification (Mechanical or Electrical advantageous)
  • βœ“Currently unemployed South African youth (commonly cited age band 18-35) not enrolled in another learnership
  • βœ“Available for full-time, onsite work at the factory
  • βœ“Able to reside at or relocate to the factory location at own cost (no relocation support provided)
  • βœ“Desirable: attention to detail, teamwork, communication, accountability, willingness to learn, resilience under pressure

Career Opportunities

On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

Qualified Artisan
Process Operator
Production Technician
Maintenance Technician
Quality Controller
Assembly Specialist

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 Unilever South Africa careers portal.

4

Assessments & interview

Shortlisted candidates complete assessments and interviews.

5

Placement

Successful learners sign a learnership agreement and begin the programme.

⚠️ Good to Know

VERDICT: No changes proposed. Every existing field is corroborated by current (2026) sources; nothing is contradicted. STATUS = recurring. The program is confirmed real and ran multiple 2026 intakes across exactly the locations listed (Maydon Wharf Durban, Indonsa/Newlands Durban, Anderbolt Boksburg). All located…

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

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

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

Ready to apply?

Head to the official Unilever South Africa careers portal to submit your application.

Apply for the Unilever Automated Packaging Learnership β†’

← Browse all learnerships