Time is short – the VKB Group Crown Bag Learnership 2026 closes on 08 June 2026, so act now if you want hands‑on experience in agriculture and manufacturing.
What is the Crown Bag Learnership?
VKB Group offers a contract learnership at Crown Bag Pty Ltd in Harrismith, Free State. The programme focuses on CTFL Manufacturing Processes: Inspection and Packaging (NQF Level 2). You will train on‑the‑job and gain a recognised learning outcome.
Who can apply?
The role is open to unemployed South Africans who meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification
- Willingness to work in a manufacturing and agricultural setting
- Ability to keep the workplace clean and tidy
- Capacity for hard manual labour
- Availability for alternating day and night shifts
- Own transport
- Citizenship and eligibility under VKB’s Employment Equity policy (people with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply)
What will you gain?
The learnership builds both practical and workplace skills, such as:
- Inspection and packaging techniques
- Understanding of manufacturing processes
- Cleaning and housekeeping standards
- Teamwork and communication
- Attendance discipline and punctuality
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Service orientation
These abilities improve your chances of future jobs in manufacturing, packaging, agriculture or related fields.
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents:
- Updated CV (PDF or Word, no handwriting)
- Certified copy of your ID
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 certificate
- Proof of disability if applicable
- Any additional documents requested on the portal
- Visit the official VKB Crown Bag Learnership application portal. Use Google Chrome for best results.
- Complete all required fields accurately.
- Upload your CV in the “Upload CV” section and place other documents in their designated sections.
- Review everything carefully (spelling, dates, transport availability, shift flexibility).
- Submit before 08 June 2026.
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV to highlight any cleaning, packing, volunteer or shift work experience.
- Emphasise reliability, punctuality and good attendance.
- Mention that you have personal transport and can work night shifts.
- Proofread for errors – small mistakes can cost you the spot.
- Apply early; the vacancy may close sooner if the quota fills.
Next steps
After you submit, keep your phone and email active. VKB will screen applicants against its Employment Equity targets and may contact you for an interview. If you’re selected, you’ll start gaining valuable workplace experience that can boost your CV.
Final thoughts
This learnership offers a real chance to enter the agricultural manufacturing sector, especially if you have a Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification and are ready to work hard. Prepare a clear CV, follow the steps above, and submit before the 08 June 2026 deadline. Good luck!