Launch Your Retail Career: The Building Company W&RSETA Learnerships 2026

Start your retail career with The Building Company's W&RSETA Learnerships 2026! Apply now for hands-on experience and training.

Published 3 July 2026
Closing Date 14 August 2026
Opportunity

Unlock your potential with The Building Company’s W&RSETA Learnerships 2026! This exciting opportunity allows unemployed South African youth to gain invaluable experience in the retail sector. Don’t miss your chance to apply and start building a promising career today.

About the Opportunity
The W&RSETA Learnership offered by The Building Company is a unique chance for unemployed youth to gain practical skills in the wholesale and retail sector. Participants will engage in both theoretical training and hands-on workplace duties, making it an ideal stepping stone for a career in retail, customer service, sales, and store operations.

Closing Date
Applications are open, but the closing date is not specified. Apply soon to secure your spot!

Key Responsibilities
– Attend all theoretical training sessions facilitated by the training provider.
– Complete assessments, assignments, and a Portfolio of Evidence as required by W&RSETA.
– Perform workplace duties related to retail operations, including customer service and stock merchandising.
– Support point-of-sale operations and maintain store cleanliness.
– Follow company policies and comply with health and safety requirements.
– Maintain accurate logbook entries and engage with supervisors and mentors.

Requirements/Qualifications
– Must be unemployed and eligible for a W&RSETA learnership.
– Minimum qualification of Grade 12 with basic numeracy and literacy skills.
– Must be a South African citizen with a clear criminal record.
– Willingness to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays.
– Must not have completed an unemployed learnership before.

Benefits
Participants will gain practical experience and skills in the retail sector, enhancing their employability and career prospects.

Who Should Apply?
This learnership is perfect for unemployed South African youth eager to gain retail experience. Ideal candidates are reliable, punctual, professional, and interested in customer service, stock control, sales, and store operations.

Skills That Will Help Applicants Succeed
– Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
– Ability to work with customers and in a team.
– Positive attitude and attention to detail.
– Ability to follow instructions and work retail hours.

Required Documents
– Updated Curriculum Vitae.
– Certified copy of South African ID.
– Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate.
– Proof of residence, if requested.
– Any additional documents required during the online application process.