The Tsebo Group has grown to be one of the leading facilities management companies in South Africa. They have specialized, innovative cleaning, catering, security, and workplace management services. For an individual looking for professional work exposure, career advancement, and skill enhancement, Tsebo’s cleaning learnerships and traineeships are a gateway into the facilities management industry. This guide covers how to apply for one of their cleaning learnerships and what you can expect as a participant in the program.
Understanding Tsebo Cleaning Learnerships and Traineeships
The first step in the application process is to fully understand what Tsebo has to offer. In the South African context, The National Learners’ Framework describes learnerships as a structured program of work-based learning exposure and experience. The aims of a learnership are for the learner to gain a South African qualification and to gain work experience. In the case of Tsebo’s cleaning learnerships, the focus is on workplace cleanliness and hygiene, cleaning methods, the occupational health and safety, and customer service.
Traineeships last from 12 to 18 months and involve practical exposure within a company. They are perfect for people who want training in cleaning operations and want to advance their careers in facilities management. Both this and the previous program focus on entry-level candidates and can be a pathway to becoming permanently employed with Tsebo or within the rest of the industry.
Eligibility Criteria
While requirements may vary slightly depending on the program, Tsebo generally seeks candidates who:
– Are South African citizens or hold permanent residency.
– Have education from Grade 10 to Grade 12 depending on the level of the program.
– Are passionate about service, cleaning, and hygiene in the workplace.
– Are available to work in shifts and at various sites. Tsebo works at a number of sites.
– Have fair verbal and written communication skills.
Some learnerships have specific age and/or employment history requirements. Make sure to look at recent details for the program before you apply.
Step 1: Research and Prepare.
Go to Tsebo Group’s official careers portal first. Read about the company’s mission, values, and the services it offers. Knowing Tsebo’s focus on quality and customer satisfaction will help you customize your application and demonstrate that you are interested in this company.
Next, make a CV (Curriculum Vitae) that is organized and professional. Mention all previous positions you have held that have some relation to, cleaning, customer service, or working with others, even if it was not a formal job. Write down your educational background, skills, any volunteer work that you did that shows you can be trusted and be responsible.
Step 2: Application Process
Tsebo Group accepts applications through the online careers portal the most. Follow these steps.
Visit the Careers Page: Access Tsebo’s website and go to the “Careers” page. Find any vacancies for learnership or traineeship positions.
Register Your Profile: Set up an account on the portal and enter your personal information as it is.
Upload Required Documents: Generally, these include your CV, a certified copy of your ID, and your academic transcripts. In some cases, a motivational letter may be required for certain programs.
Complete Online Application:Answer all questions to the best of your ability. These include questions on your availability, preferred location, and previous work experience.
Submit and Confirm: When you submit your application, you should be able to see a “success” message. Check your inbox because you should be expecting an email that confirms your application was received.
Step 3: Assessment and Interview
If Tsebo continues to be interested in your application, you may be asked to come in for an assessment. This may include some initial tests in literacy and numeracy, some assessment of your skills, and possibly a practical assessment for your cleaning knowledge. Tsebo is interested in both the skills and the attitude of the applicant and expects to see readiness and enthusiasm to learn.
If you come through the assessment successfully, you will be invited to an interview. This may be a face-to-face interview or a remote interview, and will usually focus upon your motivation for participating in the program, your envisaged career pathways, as well as some hypothetical questions regarding workplace cleanliness and teamwork.
Step 4: Acceptance and Onboarding
After you have been selected, you will be sent an offer letter, which will include some details about the program, including the duration, whether you will be receiving a stipend, the training schedule, and other relevant details, if any. As part of the onboarding process, you will have to participate in some orientation sessions where you will learn about company policies, safety procedures, and other expectations of professional conduct.
Step 5: Completing the Learnership or Traineeship
The company’s expectation is that you will engage and participate fully in both the practical and the theoretical training components of the program. Remaining present and punctual, demonstrating enthusiasm, and adopting the skills you have been taught into your work, are all things that will work in your favor in terms of being offered a permanent post when the program ends.
Tips for a Successful Application
Be as proactive as you can. Make your application the very first thing that you do when the program is opened, as you will be competing for a limited number of places.
Customise your CV. Emphasise any service-oriented roles or reference any personal attributes that exhibit your reliability and your attention to detail.
Showcase professionalism. Even at the application stage, punctuality, presentation, and communication are important.
Keep track of your application. If the feedback is past the due date, send a polite message regarding the status of your application.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online and submit a detailed CV together with certified copies of relevant qualifications.
Please ensure that your application clearly indicates:
- Position title: Graduate Trainee – Cleaning Operations
- Preferred location: Johannesburg, Durban, or Cape Town
- Correct reference number for the chosen location
Apply online using the links below:
- Click here to apply for Graduate Trainee – Cleaning Operations (Johannesburg)
- Click here to apply for Graduate Trainee – Cleaning Operations (Durban)
- Click here to apply for Graduate Trainee – Cleaning Operations (Cape Town)
All applications must be submitted before 16 January 2026.
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