BUCO Learnership 2025: Kickstart Your Retail Career

Ready to dive into hardware retail? BUCO, part of The Building Company, is offering a 12-month Learnership Programme for 2025 across South Africa. Unemployed youth with a Matric certificate can gain skills, earn a stipend, and boost their career. Apply by 30 June 2025.
What Is the BUCO Learnership?
BUCO, a leading hardware retailer with 183 outlets under The Building Company, provides a W&R SETA-accredited learnership for a National Certificate in Wholesale and Retail Operations (NQF Level 2 or 3). You’ll work in stores nationwide, learning sales, stock control, and customer service while earning a monthly stipend.
What You’ll Do
- Assist customers with sales and queries
- Manage stock control and store displays
- Handle point-of-sale transactions
- Participate in training workshops for retail skills
- Work with pros to learn hardware retail ops
Why Apply?
- Paid Stipend: Earn ~R3,500–R5,000/month
- Qualification: Get an NQF Level 2 or 3 certificate
- Job Prospects: 60%+ of learners land retail jobs
- No Experience Needed: Matric is enough to start
- Inclusivity: Focus on youth under 35 and disadvantaged groups
Are You Eligible?
You qualify if you:
- Are a South African citizen with a valid ID
- Have a Matric (Grade 12) certificate
- Are unemployed and under 35 years old
- Haven’t done a W&R SETA learnership before
- Have basic computer skills and good communication
How to Apply
- Visit The Building Company’s careers portal
- Submit:
- Updated CV
- Certified Matric certificate
- Certified SA ID copy
- Apply by 30 June 2025. No response within 30 days means you didn’t make it
- Questions? Check BUCO’s careers page or email careers@thebuildingcompany.co.za
Where’s It Going?
Work in BUCO stores across provinces, gaining skills for roles like sales assistant or stock controller. Many learners secure jobs at BUCO or other retailers like Builders Warehouse. With retail thriving in 2025, your certificate opens doors.
Does It Work?
BUCO’s learnerships train hundreds yearly, with strong job placement rates. The mix of hands-on work and accredited training makes it a proven path for retail careers.
Apply Now
Deadline is 30 June 2025. Verify details on www.buco.co.za to avoid scams. Apply today to start your retail journey.
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