Paid YES Learnership Opportunities Available at Motus for Matriculants and Young Job Seekers

Motus Aftermarket Parts Careers has opened applications for its 2026 YES Learnership Programme in Johannesburg. The 12-month opportunity offers unemployed South African youth workplace experience, skills development, mentorship, and monthly stipends within the automotive industry.

Motus Aftermarket Parts Launches YES Learnership Programme for 2026

Motus Aftermarket Parts has officially announced applications for its 2026 YES Learnership Programme, creating new workplace opportunities for unemployed South African youth interested in gaining experience within the automotive sector.

The programme is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and forms part of the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative aimed at helping young people gain practical work experience and improve future employability.

According to the company, the learnership offers participants an opportunity to develop workplace skills, receive structured training, and gain exposure to professional business operations within one of South Africa’s major automotive organisations.

As youth unemployment remains one of the country’s biggest socio-economic challenges, learnerships and workplace development programmes continue playing an important role in helping young people access practical career opportunities.

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A Valuable Entry Point Into the Automotive Industry

Motus Aftermarket Parts says the YES Learnership Programme is specifically designed for motivated young individuals who are eager to learn, grow professionally, and gain industry experience.

The company highlighted that the programme provides practical workplace exposure while allowing learners to build foundational skills within structured operational environments.

Participants will receive on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced professionals while working in departments connected to daily business operations.

For many young South Africans, programmes like these provide an important first opportunity to gain formal workplace exposure after completing school.

Departments Available Within the Learnership Programme

The learnership offers placements across several business departments within the organisation.

The available departments include:

• Finance
• Administration
• Warehouse and Operations

These areas provide learners with exposure to important operational functions that support the automotive and aftermarket parts industry.

Learners may gain practical understanding of inventory systems, operational coordination, office administration, financial support functions, and customer-focused business processes.

The experience gained can later support future career paths in logistics, retail operations, supply chain management, office administration, finance support, and automotive services.

What Participants Will Gain

According to the company, successful candidates will benefit from several forms of workplace development and industry exposure.

The programme offers:

• Practical workplace experience
• Exposure to automotive industry operations
• On-the-job training
• Professional mentorship
• Industry-related skills development
• Monthly stipend in line with YES Programme guidelines

The company says the learnership is structured to help participants strengthen workplace readiness while learning professional standards and operational responsibilities.

For many unemployed youth, workplace programmes like this also help build confidence, communication skills, teamwork abilities, and understanding of professional environments.

Minimum Requirements for Applicants

Motus Aftermarket Parts outlined several requirements that applicants must meet before being considered for the programme.

Applicants must:

• Have a Matric (Grade 12) qualification
• Be South African citizens
• Be unemployed at the time of application
• Be between the ages of 18 and 29
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and commit to the programme

The company is specifically targeting youth who are looking to build workplace experience and develop long-term employability skills.

Skills and Personal Qualities the Company Is Looking For

In addition to minimum qualifications, Motus Aftermarket Parts highlighted several personal qualities and competencies considered important for the programme.

These include:

• Good communication skills
• Strong interpersonal abilities
• Basic computer literacy
• Positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to follow instructions
• Teamwork skills
• Commitment to deadlines and workplace standards

The company appears focused on identifying candidates who are eager to develop professionally while contributing positively within workplace teams.

Why YES Learnerships Matter in South Africa

The Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative was created to help tackle South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis by creating workplace opportunities for young people with limited or no previous work experience.

YES programmes allow companies to provide structured workplace exposure while helping youth gain practical skills that improve future employment prospects.

Many employers increasingly value candidates who already possess some level of workplace experience, even at entry level.

Programmes like the Motus YES Learnership therefore serve as important stepping stones into industries where practical operational exposure can significantly improve employability.

For young people interested in logistics, automotive operations, administration, or warehouse management, the programme may provide valuable early career exposure.

About Motus Aftermarket Parts

Motus Aftermarket Parts operates within South Africa’s automotive aftermarket industry and forms part of the larger Motus Group.

The company supplies automotive parts, accessories, and operational support services across various sectors within the automotive value chain.

The automotive industry continues contributing significantly to South Africa’s economy through manufacturing, logistics, retail, technical services, and supply chain operations.

Youth development initiatives within the sector remain important for building future workforce skills and strengthening operational talent pipelines.

Documents Required for Applications

Applicants are required to submit several supporting documents as part of the recruitment process.

These include:

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID document
• Certified copy of Matric certificate and qualifications

The company noted that certified documents must not be older than three months.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stages of the recruitment process.

Application Deadline

Applications for the YES Learnership Programme close on 11 May 2026.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to avoid missing the opportunity.

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