Apprenticeship (Temporary) x2 - Olifantsfontein Cereals Plant

Apprenticeship 2026 – Olifantsfontein Cereals Plant (Mechanical & Electrical N3)

Looking to start a career in engineering or technical trades? The PepsiCo Apprenticeship Programme 2026 is now open for applications at the Olifantsfontein Cereals Plant in South Africa.

This apprenticeship programme provides practical workplace training combined with classroom learning, helping candidates gain the skills required to qualify as artisans in the engineering field.

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About the PepsiCo Apprenticeship Programme

The apprenticeship programme is designed to give learners hands-on industry experience while studying the theoretical aspects of their trade.

Participants will receive:

Practical on-the-job training
Classroom-based theoretical learning
Preparation for an accredited Trade Test
Industry experience within a global company

Successful apprentices will complete the programme and undergo a Trade Test at an accredited Trade Centre.

Apprenticeship Responsibilities

Selected candidates will be required to:

Complete learner readiness assessments
Participate in Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessments
Attend all scheduled training sessions
Complete practical and theoretical training modules
Submit assignments within required timeframes
Complete gap training and final Trade Test
Sign a Learning Programme contract

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the apprenticeship programme, applicants must have:

Matric / Grade 12 certificate
N3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Studies

Employment Equity

PepsiCo is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.

About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies, with products enjoyed more than one billion times every day in over 200 countries.

Its portfolio includes globally recognised brands such as:

Lay’s
Doritos
Cheetos
Gatorade
Pepsi
Mountain Dew
Quaker
SodaStream

The company operates under its sustainability strategy pep+ (PepsiCo Positive), focusing on environmental sustainability and long-term value creation.

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Start Your Career with PepsiCo

If you meet the requirements and want to gain valuable engineering trade experience, apply for the PepsiCo Apprenticeship 2026 at Olifantsfontein Cereals Plant.

This programme offers a great opportunity to build practical skills and start a long-term technical career.

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