Apply for the Westfalia Fruit Graduate Programme 2026. Gain hands-on industry experience across engineering, agriculture, finance, and logistics. Closing 5 Feb 2026.

Company: Westfalia Fruit
Programme: Accelerated Graduate Programme (AGP) 2026
Contract Type: Two-Year Fixed-Term Contract
Start Date: 01 April 2026
Closing Date: 05 February 2026

Locations:

• Tzaneen, Limpopo
• Johannesburg, Gauteng
• Howick, KwaZulu-Natal

About Westfalia Fruit

Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and value-added products, with a global footprint spanning Africa, Europe, North America, and Latin America. As the world’s largest avocado grower, Westfalia Fruit is recognised as the leading #avo experts, supplying both retail and wholesale markets year-round.

Graduate Programme Overview (Westfalia Fruit Graduate)

Westfalia Fruit invites applications from young, talented, and ambitious graduates to join its 2026 Accelerated Graduate Programme (AGP). The programme offers structured on-the-job training, rotational exposure, and hands-on industry experience within a dynamic agribusiness environment.

Graduates will develop professional, technical, and leadership skills while building a strong foundation for long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities

Successful graduates will:

• Participate in a structured graduate development and rotation programme
• Apply academic knowledge to real-world business operations
• Support daily operational, technical, or administrative activities
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Attend training, mentoring, and development interventions
• Prepare progress reports and project updates

Fields of Study Required

Applicants must hold a BSc, BEng, BEngTech, BCom, BTech, or equivalent Degree in one of the following disciplines (or related fields):

• Agricultural Engineering – Tzaneen
• Electrical Engineering – Tzaneen
• Industrial Engineering – Tzaneen & Johannesburg
• Mechanical Engineering – Tzaneen
• Horticulture – Tzaneen
• Agricultural Science – Tzaneen
• Plant Pathology – Tzaneen
• Plant Breeding – Tzaneen
• Health & Safety – Tzaneen, Johannesburg & Howick
• Biotechnology / Food Science – Tzaneen & Howick
• Supply Chain / Logistics – Tzaneen
• Finance – Tzaneen
• Communications – Tzaneen
• Social Work – Tzaneen

Minimum Requirements

Applicants for Westfalia Fruit Graduate must:

• Be a South African citizen
• Have completed a relevant qualification in one of the listed disciplines
• Be 35 years or younger
• Demonstrate strong motivation and willingness to learn

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong work ethic and initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Professionalism, integrity, and accountability
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Attention to detail and resilience

How to Apply for Westfalia Fruit Graduate

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

• Comprehensive CV
• Application letter
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified qualifications and academic transcript

Email applications to: learnerships@westfaliafruit.co.za

Important:
Clearly state the discipline you are applying for in the email subject line.

Enquiries

Contact Person: Jackson Maphalla
Telephone: 015 309 0106

Employment Equity

Westfalia Fruit is an Employment Equity employer.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants who do not receive feedback by 28 February 2026 should consider their application unsuccessful.

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