TotalEnergies Supply Chain Learnerships 2026 Now Open

Young South Africans looking to build a career in operations, logistics, or supply chain management now have an exciting opportunity to apply for the TotalEnergies Supply Chain Learnership Programme 2026.

The programme is based at the Island View Terminal in Durban and offers unemployed youth the opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience within a professional and safety-focused operational environment.

This 12-month learnership is ideal for motivated individuals who want practical exposure to supply chain and operations activities while developing skills that can improve future career opportunities.

About the TotalEnergies Learnership Programme

TotalEnergies is offering a structured learnership opportunity for young individuals eager to gain hands-on workplace experience in supply chain and operational activities.

The programme will expose learners to day-to-day operational processes within the Island View Terminal while providing practical skills development and workplace training.

This opportunity is particularly valuable for candidates interested in logistics, operations management, warehousing, distribution, petroleum operations, and supply chain environments.

Learnership programmes help bridge the gap between education and employment by combining practical work exposure with structured learning.

What Learners Will Gain

Successful candidates may benefit from:

• Valuable workplace experience in operations
• Exposure to a structured operational environment
• On-the-job training and practical skills development
• Professional workplace experience
• Improved communication and teamwork skills
• Greater understanding of supply chain operations
• An opportunity to build a foundation for a future career in operations

For many young people, workplace exposure through learnerships significantly improves employability and future job opportunities.

Skills and Competencies Required

Applicants should possess:

• Basic computer literacy
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Strong sense of responsibility
• Accuracy and reliability
• Professional work ethic

Computer literacy is especially important in modern operational and logistics environments where systems and digital reporting tools are commonly used.

Why Supply Chain Learnerships Matter

The supply chain and logistics sector plays a major role in South Africa’s economy. Businesses rely on efficient operations to transport products, manage inventory, coordinate deliveries, and maintain customer satisfaction.

As industries continue to grow, there is increasing demand for skilled workers in:

• Logistics
• Warehousing
• Procurement
• Distribution
• Operations management
• Inventory control
• Transport coordination

A learnership provides young people with practical industry exposure while helping them develop the workplace skills employers look for.

Duties Learners May Be Exposed To

Depending on operational requirements, learners may gain exposure to:

• Operational support activities
• Inventory processes
• Supply chain coordination
• Administrative duties
• Health and safety procedures
• Reporting and documentation
• Team collaboration
• Workplace communication
• Terminal operations support

The programme aims to provide practical experience in a real working environment while helping learners understand operational standards and workplace procedures.

Benefits of Working in Operations and Supply Chain

Careers in operations and supply chain management offer long-term growth opportunities across many industries, including:

• Energy
• Retail
• Manufacturing
• Transport
• Warehousing
• Distribution
• Petroleum
• FMCG
• Import and export sectors

Individuals with operational experience often gain transferable skills that can open doors to various career paths in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants interested in the TotalEnergies Supply Chain Learnership 2026 must meet the following requirements:

Educational Requirements

Candidates must have:

• Grade 12 (Matric)

In addition, the following will be advantageous:

• A relevant qualification or studies towards:
  • Operations
  • Logistics
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Related fields

How to Apply 

Apply here online TotalEnergies Supply Chain Learnerships 2026

Closing date: Not specified