Unitary Installer Learnership 2026 – Your First Step into a Tech Career
Bidvest Facilities Management (BFM) is opening a 12‑month training program called the Unitary Installer Learnership (NQF Level 2) for 2026. If you’re a South African student who’s finished high school or already has some technical skill, this is a chance to learn how to set up and fix heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning (HVAC) systems. You’ll get classroom lessons, hands‑on practice, and real work experience in a real office building, all while earning a recognized qualification.
When and Where You Can Join
- Application deadline: 13 February 2026
- Start date: 1 March 2026 (optional)
- Location: Olifantsfontein, Gauteng, South Africa
Because the program lasts a full year, you’ll finish with a solid skill set and a certificate that can help you land a job in facilities management or a related field.
What You’ll Learn
The learnership is split into three parts:
- Classroom training: Basic theory about how HVAC works, safety rules, and how to read blueprints.
- Workshops: You’ll practice installing and testing a single-unit HVAC system, using tools, and finding problems in a controlled environment.
- On‑site work: A real supervisor will let you try the skills you learned in a plant room, on a rooftop, or inside a building under close watch.
Key topics include:
- HVAC fundamentals and system components
- Setting up and starting a unitary HVAC unit
- Basic electrical wiring and mechanical tasks
- Using tools and identifying faults
- Safety practices, especially working at heights
- Professional habits and following company rules
About Bidvest Facilities Management
Bidvest Facilities Management is one of South Africa’s biggest providers of building services. They help maintain offices, hospitals, schools, and other buildings so they stay clean, safe, and comfortable. BFM focuses on teaching people new skills so they can grow in tech careers that help keep buildings running smoothly.
Who Can Apply?
You need to meet all of these requirements:
- Have a Grade 12 certificate that includes Mathematics and Physical Science, or a higher qualification (NQF Level 4‑6).
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Be in good physical shape; the job involves climbing ladders and working on rooftops.
- Pass a medical check, including a test for working at heights.
- Know some basics about electricity and machinery.
- Want to learn new tools and follow instructions carefully.
- Be ready to work in plant rooms, on roofs, or in construction sites.
- Be able to follow safety rules and technical directions.
What We Look For in a Student
Successful learners should show that they can:
- Take initiative and start tasks without waiting for instructions.
- Stay focused and meet deadlines.
- Keep calm when things get tough.
- Talk clearly and listen well.
- Help customers or teammates whenever needed.
- Think on their feet to solve problems.
- Work well in a team and build good relationships.
- Ask questions and figure out solutions on their own.
Certification
The program follows the QCTO’s rules for learning. Only those who finish the coursework, pass all tests, get enough on‑site hours, and stay medically fit will receive a certificate. This certificate is a valuable badge you can show to future employers.
Equality and Inclusion
Bidvest Facilities Management is an equal‑opportunity employer. They welcome applications from women, people with disabilities, and anyone who can meet the qualifications. If you need any help during the process, let them know and they’ll work with you.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step? Apply for the Unitary Installer Learnership 2026 here. Make sure you send in your application before 13 February 2026 – after that date, we won’t be able to consider late entries.
Want to learn more about the company? Bidvest Facilities Management is always ready to help you build a future in tech.