SGS Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026

Quick Overview

Programme: SGS Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026
Company: SGS South Africa
Programme Type: Internship / Youth Employment Programme
Location: Barberton (Mpumalanga) and Randfontein (Gauteng), South Africa
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 with Mathematics and  Science
Age Requirement: 18 – 33 years
Salary: R5 500 Per Month
Employment Status: Must be unemployed
Citizenship: South African citizen with a valid ID
Other Requirements: Computer literacy and willingness to relocate
Programme Focus: Laboratory work, field sampling, site support and operational assistance

South African youth who are currently unemployed have another opportunity to gain valuable workplace exposure through the SGS Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026. This initiative is designed to provide young people with practical work experience in a professional environment while helping them develop skills that are highly valued in today’s labour market.

The programme is open to young South Africans based in Barberton (Mpumalanga) and Randfontein (Gauteng). Through this placement, successful candidates will gain exposure to laboratory and field work environments while assisting with operational tasks and maintaining workplace standards.

This opportunity forms part of the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative, a national programme aimed at addressing youth unemployment by connecting young job seekers with companies willing to provide structured work experience.

For young people looking to start their careers in laboratory services, inspection, testing, or industrial environments, this programme could be a powerful stepping stone.

Responsibilities of Participants

Candidates selected for the SGS YES Programme 2026 will support laboratory and field operations under the supervision of experienced professionals

The role includes a mix of operational, technical and housekeeping responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

Workplace Maintenance and Cleaning

Participants will help maintain safe and clean work environments by:

• Cleaning the site or workshop after tasks are completed
• Removing consumables used during operations such as masking tapes and containers
• Ensuring workspaces are safe and free from waste materials

Maintaining workplace hygiene is critical in laboratory and testing environments where contamination can affect results.

Safety and Quality Compliance

Participants must strictly adhere to SGS safety and quality protocols.

This includes:

• Following all SGS management system procedures
• Complying with safety guidelines during operations
• Ensuring proper use of tools and equipment

Safety compliance is a critical component of industrial and laboratory work.

Reporting Irregularities

Participants are expected to report any problems or irregularities.

Examples include:

• Equipment malfunctions
• Safety hazards
• Non-compliance with procedures

Reports should be communicated to the site supervisor, laboratory manager, or regional manager.

Field and Laboratory Work

Participants may assist with:

• Sample collection
• Laboratory testing
• Calculations and data recording
• Supporting technical teams

These activities help participants gain exposure to scientific testing and analysis procedures.

Administrative and Research Tasks

Some tasks may involve:

• Data analysis
• Report preparation
• Research support
• Maintaining records

These activities require attention to detail and computer skills.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the SGS YES Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Educational Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate
• Mathematics and Science as subjects
• Proficiency in English

These subjects provide the basic foundation needed for laboratory and analytical work.

Age and Citizenship Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be between 18 and 33 years old
• Be a South African citizen
• Provide a valid South African ID

Employment Status

Candidates must:

• Be currently unemployed
• Not have participated in a YES programme previously

Criminal Record

Applicants must:

• Have no criminal record

Location Requirements

Candidates must be willing to relocate or work in:

• Barberton, Mpumalanga
• Randfontein, Gauteng

Skills and Competencies

SGS is looking for candidates with strong personal and professional skills.

Preferred attributes include:

• Exceptional computer literacy (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong attention to detail
• Research and analytical skills
• Good organizational ability
• Self-motivation and initiative
• Ability to work independently and within a team

These skills are highly valued in  scientific, laboratory and industrial environments.

How to Apply

APPLY FOR THE SGS YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE (YES) PROGRAMME 2026 HERE