UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership 2026

Are you looking for a truck driver learnership in South Africa that can help you build a career in the transport and logistics industry? UNITRANS is offering a Truck Driver Learnership Opportunity 2026 for qualifying unemployed South African youth.

The programme leads to an Occupational Certificate: Truck Driver NQF Level 3 and combines classroom-based learning with practical workplace experience. Successful learners will gain valuable skills in professional truck driving, road safety, customer service, technology and modern fleet operations.

Applications are open for opportunities in KwaZulu-Natal, Cape Town and Gauteng.

UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership 2026 – Overview

• Company: UNITRANS
• Position: Truck Driver Learnership Opportunity
• Reference Number: UNI260817-8
• Programme: Occupational Certificate: Truck Driver NQF Level 3
• Business Unit: Administration
• Contract: HR Training Academy
• Job Type: Temporary – Learnership
• Duration: Approximately 12 to 18 months
• Locations: KwaZulu-Natal, Cape Town and Gauteng
• Country: South Africa

About the UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership

UNITRANS is a major company operating in the transportation, warehousing and supply chain services sector. Through this learnership, the company aims to develop a new generation of professional truck drivers who can contribute to the future of the road freight industry.

The programme provides a combination of theoretical training, workplace learning and practical driving experience.

Learners will be introduced to modern commercial driving practices, road safety requirements, energy-efficient driving and technology used in today’s transport industry, including telematics and onboard vehicle systems.

The learnership is designed to provide participants with practical skills that can support a long-term career in the transport and logistics sector.

What Does the UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership Offer?

Successful candidates will participate in a structured programme lasting approximately 12 to 18 months.

The programme includes:

• Classroom-based theoretical training.
• Practical workplace training.
• Supervised driving experience.
• Exposure to professional transport operations.
• Training in safe and efficient vehicle operation.
• Experience with modern fleet technology and telematics.
• Assessment of practical and theoretical competence.
• Preparation for the final assessment and External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA).

Learners are required to complete a minimum of 100 practical driving hours in the workplace before their final assessment.

Skills and Attributes

UNITRANS is looking for candidates who demonstrate the following qualities:

• A strong safety-first mindset.
• Good judgement and responsible decision-making on the road.
• Strong customer service and customer-focused skills.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Confidence to make decisions independently.
• Willingness to learn and use technology.
• Interest in telematics and onboard vehicle systems.
• Reliability and discipline.
• Pride in delivering quality work.

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful learners will be expected to participate fully in the training programme and complete both theoretical and practical components.

Key responsibilities include:

• Completing a structured 12-to-18-month truck driver training programme.
• Attending compulsory face-to-face classroom training.
• Completing workplace-based practical training.
• Logging at least 100 practical driving hours before the final assessment.
• Operating vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Applying legislated road safety requirements.
• Applying energy-efficient driving practices.
• Following company procedures and safety standards.
• Completing the required assessments.
• Completing the compulsory External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA).

Where Is the UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership Available?

The Truck Driver Learnership opportunities are available in various locations, including:

• KwaZulu-Natal
• Cape Town
• Gauteng

Applicants should carefully review the available location information when applying through the UNITRANS recruitment portal.

UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must have a valid Code EC driver’s licence.
• Must have a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) with categories D, G and P.
• Must have a certified copy of a Matric certificate.
• Must be medically fit.
• Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• A degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Economics or a related field will be advantageous.

Applicants should carefully check that they meet all the mandatory requirements before submitting their applications.

Documents Required

Applicants must submit the required supporting documentation with their online application.

You should prepare certified copies, not older than three months, of the following documents:

• South African ID document.
• Matric certificate.
• Valid Code EC driver’s licence.
• Valid PrDP.
• Other relevant qualifications, where applicable.

Make sure your documents are clear and legible before uploading them to the recruitment portal.

How to Apply for the UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership 2026

Apply here online for UNITRANS Truck Driver Learnership 2026

Closing date: 28 August 2026