If you’re unemployed and looking for real workplace experience that can open doors in the FMCG and operations sector, the Sea Harvest Learnership 2026 (R5,700/Month Stipend) is the type of opportunity you should take seriously — especially if you live near Saldanha, Western Cape.
Sea Harvest is one of South Africa’s best-known seafood and FMCG companies. This learnership is designed for unemployed Employment Equity (EE) candidates who want hands-on exposure to coldstore operations, stock handling, hygiene, and safety standards — the exact skills that many warehouses, FMCG plants, and logistics roles require.
This is not just a listing. Below you’ll find a full breakdown of:
✅ who can apply ✅ who qualifies strongly ✅ what you’ll do daily in a coldstore environment ✅ working conditions (so you know what you’re signing up for) ✅ the documents you must submit ✅ the top reasons applicants get disqualified ✅ FAQs at the end
This learnership is built to give unemployed candidates practical workplace exposure in a professional operational environment — specifically a coldstore.
Coldstore operations are a key part of FMCG supply chains. They deal with:
receiving products
safe storage under temperature control
stock movement and tracking
loading and dispatch
hygiene and safety compliance
Even if you don’t plan to stay in seafood long-term, coldstore experience can help you move into:
warehouse operations
dispatch and receiving
inventory control
logistics support
FMCG plant operations
That’s why employers value it: it teaches discipline, safety awareness, teamwork, and operational speed.
Why this learnership matters (especially if you’re unemployed)
For unemployed youth and job seekers, one of the biggest barriers is:
“No experience.”
This learnership helps you build experience in a real working environment while being trained and mentored.
You may assist supervisors with daily tasks, including:
preparing areas for deliveries
supporting dispatch time targets
learning and applying standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Working conditions (know this before you apply)
A lot of applicants apply and later drop out because they weren’t prepared for the environment. Don’t be that person.
Expect:
working in a coldstore (cold temperatures)
physical work: lifting, moving stock, standing for long periods
shift work depending on operations (early mornings / late afternoons)
strict hygiene and safety rules
PPE required (and compliance is monitored)
If you struggle with cold conditions or physically demanding work, be honest with yourself before applying.
Who can apply (minimum requirements)
To apply, you should meet these baseline requirements:
✅ South African citizen ✅ Currently unemployed ✅ Matric or equivalent entry-level qualification ✅ Able to work in a physically demanding environment ✅ Able to commit for the full learnership duration ✅ Willing to learn, follow procedures, and complete assessments ✅ Must be an EE candidate (as stated)
Who qualifies strongly (what makes you competitive)
If 200 people apply, Sea Harvest will shortlist those who look most ready and reliable.
You qualify strongly if you:
1) Live near Saldanha (or can commute reliably)
Many employers prefer local candidates because transport issues cause absenteeism.
2) Have any exposure to operations work (even informal)
Examples:
helping in a family business
community projects involving stock handling
short-term warehouse assistance
school/TVET practical exposure
3) Show reliability in your CV
Include:
volunteer work
leadership roles
sports discipline (team player)
punctuality and commitment indicators
4) Can follow safety and hygiene rules
Coldstore and FMCG environments are strict. People who don’t follow PPE rules can be removed quickly.
Documents required (don’t submit an incomplete pack)
Submit:
Updated comprehensive CV
Certified copy of SA ID
Certified copies of qualifications (Matric or equivalent)
Pro tips:
certify within the last 3 months
scan clearly (no blurry photos)
combine into PDF if possible
use professional file names:
CV-YourName.pdf
ID-YourName.pdf
Matric-YourName.pdf
Top reasons applicants get disqualified (avoid these)
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❌ 1) Not unemployed
If screening finds you are employed, you may be removed.
❌ 2) Not an EE candidate (when EE is required)
If the learnership is restricted, applications outside the requirement can be excluded.
❌ 3) Missing certified documents
No certified ID / missing Matric = application incomplete.
❌ 4) Poor or fake documents
Altered certificates, unclear scans, or mismatched details can lead to disqualification.
❌ 5) Applying but unable to commit to shifts/physical work
Some candidates fail during screening if they cannot meet working conditions.
❌ 6) Wrong contact details
Many applicants lose opportunities because:
phone number wrong
email incorrect
no response to calls/messages
❌ 7) Late application
Even when listed “open,” programmes can close when quotas are met.
How the learnership training works (what to expect)
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