Limpopo Dairies (Pty) Ltd invites suitably qualified South African candidates to apply for its Learnership and Internship opportunities. These programmes are designed to provide valuable workplace exposure, industry-specific training, and career development opportunities for individuals seeking to build successful careers within the dairy manufacturing and business sectors.
Applications are currently open for both a Learnership Opportunity and an Internship/Workplace Experience Programme. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
Limpopo Dairies is a well-established dairy processing company located in Louis Trichardt, Limpopo Province. The company is committed to skills development, transformation, and employment equity while providing opportunities for young South Africans to gain practical experience and occupational training.
Learnership Opportunity Available
- Position: Learnership Opportunity
- Duration: Not Specified
- Stipend: Not Specified
- Location: Louis Trichardt, Limpopo
- Closing Date: 03 July 2026
The learnership programme is designed for individuals who have completed Grade 12 and are interested in pursuing occupational qualifications within the dairy and food processing industry. The programme combines theoretical learning with practical workplace experience, allowing participants to gain valuable skills and industry knowledge.
Successful candidates will be exposed to the operations of a modern dairy manufacturing environment while receiving training aligned with nationally recognised occupational qualifications.
Learnership Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements:
- Must have Matric (Grade 12).
- English must have been passed with a minimum of 50%.
- Mathematics must have been passed with a minimum of 40%.
- Must be interested in studying towards one of the following Occupational Qualifications:
- Fermented Dairy Products Maker
- Fresh Dairy Products Maker
- Food and Beverage Process Machine Operator
- Must be comfortable using English as the language of tuition and communication.
- Must provide proof of residence.
- All supporting documents must be certified and not older than three months.
- Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Benefits of the Learnership Programme
The learnership programme offers participants an opportunity to gain practical industry experience while developing technical skills required within the food and beverage manufacturing sector. Learners will gain exposure to production processes, quality standards, food safety requirements, equipment operation, and dairy manufacturing techniques.
The programme also assists participants in improving their employability by providing workplace experience and occupational training that are relevant to industry requirements.
Occupational Fields Included
Fermented Dairy Products Maker
This qualification focuses on the production of fermented dairy products such as yoghurt and cultured dairy products. Participants will learn about processing methods, quality control procedures, hygiene standards, and product handling techniques.
Fresh Dairy Products Maker
Training within this qualification focuses on the manufacturing of fresh dairy products. Participants will gain knowledge relating to production processes, packaging procedures, quality assurance, and food safety practices.
Food and Beverage Process Machine Operator
This occupational qualification equips learners with the skills required to operate processing equipment used within food and beverage manufacturing facilities. Training includes machine operation, maintenance procedures, safety practices, and production monitoring.
Internship/Workplace Experience Opportunity
- Position: Internship / Workplace Experience Programme
- Duration: Not Specified
- Stipend: Not Specified
- Location: Louis Trichardt, Limpopo
Closing Date: 03 July 2026
Limpopo Dairies is also offering internship and workplace experience opportunities for graduates who have completed relevant Bachelor of Commerce qualifications. The programme aims to provide practical workplace exposure that complements academic studies and prepares graduates for future employment opportunities.
The internship programme offers valuable experience within a professional business environment and allows participants to apply theoretical knowledge gained through tertiary education.
Internship Requirements
Candidates applying for the internship programme must meet the following requirements:
- Must have Matric (Grade 12).
- Must possess a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) qualification in one of the following fields:
- Accountancy
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Business Management
- Must provide proof of residence.
- Supporting documents must be certified and not older than three months.
- Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Internship Areas of Exposure
Depending on business requirements and qualification specialisation, successful candidates may be exposed to various departments within the organisation.
Accountancy
Graduates with accounting qualifications may gain experience in financial reporting, bookkeeping processes, reconciliations, budgeting, auditing support, and financial administration.
Finance
Finance graduates may be exposed to financial planning activities, cost analysis, budget monitoring, financial systems, and reporting functions within a manufacturing environment.
Human Resources
Human Resources graduates may gain experience in recruitment administration, employee relations, training coordination, payroll support, performance management processes, and general HR administration.
Business Management
Business Management graduates may receive exposure to operational planning, administration, project coordination, business processes, customer service functions, and organisational management activities.
Why Apply for These Opportunities?
Learnerships and internships play an important role in helping young South Africans bridge the gap between education and employment. Many employers seek candidates who possess both academic qualifications and practical workplace experience.
Participation in structured workplace programmes allows individuals to develop technical knowledge, improve professional skills, build workplace confidence, and gain industry exposure.
The opportunities offered by Limpopo Dairies provide candidates with an opportunity to learn within a professional manufacturing environment while developing skills that can support long-term career growth.
Employment Equity
Limpopo Dairies (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. The company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered during the recruitment process in accordance with its commitment to Employment Equity.
Applications from all designated groups in South Africa are encouraged.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive application that includes the following:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of South African Identity Document
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Certified copies of relevant qualifications
- Proof of residence
- Any additional supporting documents relevant to the application
All certified documents must not be older than three months at the time of application.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted via email to: Academyv2@limpopodairy.co.za
Hand Delivery Address
Limpopo Dairies (Pty) Ltd
245 Farm Ledig
Madombidzha Road D3751
0920
Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 03 July 2026
Late applications may not be considered.
Applicants who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful.
Candidates meeting the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date to avoid disappointment.