The Produce Hub Academy
We are passionate about developing young men and women and opening doors to exciting career possibilities. This is why the Produce Hub Academy was launched. Many young people have the potential to thrive in our industry, but not the opportunity – so we started the Produce Hub Academy to offer ambitious and hardworking young people the chance to develop their skills, get valuable work experience and, in certain programmes, even gain qualifications. Below, you’ll find all the relevant details about the programmes and the requirements for prospective learners.
The Produce Hub Academy
We are passionate about developing young men and women and opening doors to exciting career possibilities. This is why the Produce Hub Academy was launched. Many young people have the potential to thrive in our industry, but not the opportunity – so we started the Produce Hub Academy to offer ambitious and hardworking young people the chance to develop their skills, get valuable work experience and, in certain programmes, even gain qualifications. Below, you’ll find all the relevant details about the programmes and the requirements for prospective learners.
Available programmes
We offer three types of 12-month programmes, each with specific requirements outlined below.
- Grade 12 matriculants between the ages of 18 and 21
- Those wanting to pursue a career in supply chain, general management or finance
- Learners attend class while also working at Produce Hub, where they rotate through various business divisions to experience different job roles
- Class assignments are completed after hours
- A qualification: Produce Hub sponsors the studies (provided they’re completed)
- A monthly stipend / financial contribution
- Valuable work experience with a reputable company
- Consideration for permanent employment (for top achievers)
- Undergraduates between the ages of 18 and 24
- TVET college-enrolled learners pursuing a qualification relevant to Produce Hub’s business activities (refer to the list under GENERAL REQUIREMENTS)
- One-on-one mentorship from skilled Produce Hub staff
- Valuable on-the-job experience needed to complete your qualification
- A monthly stipend / financial contribution
- Consideration for permanent employment (for top achievers)
- Graduates between the ages of 18 and 24
- Graduates with a degree relevant to Produce Hub’s business activities (refer to the list under GENERAL REQUIREMENTS)
- Valuable work experience with a reputable company to kickstart your career
- A monthly stipend / financial contribution
- Consideration for permanent employment (for top achievers)
In addition to all programme-specific requirements listed above, all applicants must also:
- Hold a National Senior Certificate
- Be fluent in English and Afrikaans
- Have access to reliable transport
- Be interested in – or currently pursuing – careers in one of the following:
- Logistics
- Finance
- Sales and Marketing
- Procurement
- General Administration
- Human Resources
- Warehouse Operations
- Production Management
- Quality Assurance
We are looking for more than a skillset. It is very important to us to find the right type of person therefore applicants must be:
- Resilient
- Committed
- Hardworking
- Ambitious
- Intelligent
- Able to work under pressure
- Hands-on and practical
- Self-disciplined
- Excellent in their communication and interpersonal skills
If you meet the relevant requirements and are keen for a challenge, please apply to wilzaan@producehub.co.za with the following documents:
- The most recent version of your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of National Senior Certificate
- Where relevant, a certified copy of your qualification or proof of college enrolment
- Cover letter stating the programme you’re applying for, explaining why you should be considered
There are limited places available for each programme, and candidates will undergo an in-depth screening process, in search of the best-suited individual. If you have not received any feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Available programmes
We offer three types of 12-month programmes, each with specific requirements outlined below.
- Grade 12 matriculants between the ages of 18 and 21
- Those wanting to pursue a career in supply chain, general management or finance
- Learners attend class while also working at Produce Hub, where they rotate through various business divisions to experience different job roles
- Class assignments are completed after hours
- A qualification: Produce Hub sponsors the studies (provided they’re completed)
- A monthly stipend / financial contribution
- Valuable work experience with a reputable company
- Consideration for permanent employment (for top achievers)
- Undergraduates between the ages of 18 and 24
- TVET college-enrolled learners pursuing a qualification relevant to Produce Hub’s business activities (refer to the list under GENERAL REQUIREMENTS)
- One-on-one mentorship from skilled Produce Hub staff
- Valuable on-the-job experience needed to complete your qualification
- A monthly stipend / financial contribution
- Consideration for permanent employment (for top achievers)
- Graduates between the ages of 18 and 24
- Graduates with a degree relevant to Produce Hub’s business activities (refer to the list under GENERAL REQUIREMENTS)
- Valuable work experience with a reputable company to kickstart your career
- A monthly stipend / financial contribution
- Consideration for permanent employment (for top achievers)
In addition to all programme-specific requirements listed above, all applicants must also:
- Hold a National Senior Certificate
- Be fluent in English and Afrikaans
- Have access to reliable transport
- Be interested in – or currently pursuing – careers in one of the following:
- Logistics
- Finance
- Sales and Marketing
- Procurement
- General Administration
- Human Resources
- Warehouse Operations
- Production Management
- Quality Assurance
We are looking for more than a skillset. It is very important to us to find the right type of person therefore applicants must be:
- Resilient
- Committed
- Hardworking
- Ambitious
- Intelligent
- Able to work under pressure
- Hands-on and practical
- Self-disciplined
- Excellent in their communication and interpersonal skills
If you meet the relevant requirements and are keen for a challenge, please apply to wilzaan@producehub.co.za with the following documents:
- The most recent version of your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of National Senior Certificate
- Where relevant, a certified copy of your qualification or proof of college enrolment
- Cover letter stating the programme you’re applying for, explaining why you should be considered
There are limited places available for each programme, and candidates will undergo an in-depth screening process, in search of the best-suited individual. If you have not received any feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.