Toyota South Africa Learner Maintenance Learnership – 2026
Toyota South Africa wants to help young people who are not working right now get a real job in cars and machines. The company has a 12‑month training programme called the Learner Maintenance (Unemployed Prod) Learnership. It is aimed at students and graduates who have some technical or engineering background and want to start a career in manufacturing and maintenance. If you finish the programme, you will earn a National Qualification Framework (NQF) Level 3 certificate that shows you can work in a factory or workshop.
Where the training happens
The training takes place at Toyota’s big plant in Prospecton, Durban, in the province of KwaZulu‑Natal. This is one of South Africa’s most modern and busy production sites, so you will see the whole process of making cars from start to finish.
What Toyota is known for
Toyota South Africa Manufacturing is a leader in building cars. The company is respected for making high‑quality vehicles, keeping everyone safe, and helping people grow their skills for a long time.
What you will learn
The programme gives you a mix of classroom learning and hands‑on work. You will train in the following areas:
- Working well with other people on a team
- Keeping the workplace safe and using hand tools correctly
- Building parts and understanding how a car is put together
- Reading and making sense of technical drawings
- Basic welding and how to mark a piece of metal before you start work
- Turning on and watching production machines to see if they run right
- Cleaning and preparing surfaces before painting or other finishes
- Knowing what to do in a fire or emergency in the factory
- Understanding how finished items are moved out of the shop
This hands‑on exposure is designed to help you step straight into a real job in a factory or maintenance office.
When to apply
Applications close on 30 January 2026. Make sure you finish everything and submit it online before that day. Late or incomplete submissions may be ignored.
Who can apply
You must be unemployed and have one of the following academic qualifications:
- A National Technical Certificate (NTC) from N3 to N6 levels, or
- Matric or Technical Matric that includes one of these subjects: Mathematics and Physical Science, Engineering Science, Electrical Trade Theory, Mechanical Trade Theory, Motor Trade Theory, or Mechanical Drawing/Graphical Design.
If you have any of these, you can apply. We are especially looking for people who do not have a job yet but have studied something technical.
Key skills for success
Toyota wants to see that you:
- Speak clearly and share ideas with others
- Can plan a task and keep track of it
- Adapt quickly when things change on a production line
- Think about problems and find solutions
- Pay close attention to details and check facts
- Stick with the program until you finish
These qualities help you do well in a fast‑moving factory.
Why this learnership is a good chance
This programme is more than just a class. It offers:
- Real time experience in a top‑tier manufacturing plant
- Direct exposure to the machines and systems that make cars
- A recognised NQF Level 3 qualification you can show to future employers
- A better chance to get a job in manufacturing, engineering, or automotive work
For many unemployed youths with a technical background, this is a strong step toward a steady career.
How to apply
- Go to the Toyota careers website.
- Search for the “Durban Learner Maintenance (Unemployed Prod)” position.
- Complete the online form and upload the required documents before 30 January 2026.
Apply online now:
https://jobs.toyota.co.za/job/Durban-Learner-Maintenance-(Unemployed-Prod)-KwaZ/1281361201/
This is a chance for anyone who is still looking for a job and wants to learn real skills that will keep a job for life. If you fit the qualifications and are ready to start a career in manufacturing, this learnership could be the place to begin. Good luck!