Call for Application – UD Trucks Yes4Youth Programme 2025/2026 Opportunities for South Africans. UD Trucks is providing an exciting opportunity for South African unemployed youth to enroll in a 12-month Yes4Youth Programme.
Position: • YC: Aftermarket Administrative Coordinator
• YC: HR and Training Administrator
• YC: Environmental Officer
• YC: Parts Administrator
Duration: 12 months contract
Location: Rosslyn, Pretoria, South Africa
Closing Date: Not specified
This opportunity is specifically designated for unemployed youth on a 12-month contract. Applicants must meet the necessary criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform.
YC: Aftermarket Administrative Coordinator
Department : Human Resources (BP64030)
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. The Administrative Coordinator will play a crucial role in managing administrative tasks in the aftermarket environment at our OEM for commercial vehicles. This position involves handling various administrative duties, supporting mechanical operations, and with full computer literacy to maintain efficient workflows. Success in this role looks like streamlined administrative processes, effective support for regional managers teams, and enhanced overall productivity within the dealer network.
This position is earmarked to Unemployed Youth on on a 12 month contract basis. The person applying must comply with the criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform
Responsibilities and Duties
•Manage and organize administrative tasks related to the aftermarket environment.
•Support regional managers operations by coordinating schedules, documentation, and communication.
•Maintain and update records, databases, and inventory systems.
•Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence as required.
•Assist in the implementation of new processes and technologies to improve efficiency.
•Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
•Handle customer inquiries and provide excellent service.
•Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
•Experience: 0-2 years’ experience in an administrative role within the automotive industry, preferably in an aftermarket environment.
•Language: Ability to speak, read, and write in English fluently (essential).
•Minimum Requirement: Matric
Personal Characteristics
•Detail-oriented and proactive.
•Strong problem-solving skills.
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•Adaptable and able to handle a fast-paced environment.
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YC: HR and Training Administrator
Department : Human Resources (BP64030)
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. We are looking for an HR and Training Administrator to support our Human Resources department. Your main administrative duties include maintaining personnel records, managing HR documents (e.g. employment records and onboarding guides) and updating internal databases. Our ideal candidate has experience with HR and training procedures and can juggle various administrative tasks in a timely manner. Ultimately, you should be able to ensure our HR department supports our employees while conforming to labor laws.
This position is earmarked to Unemployed Youth on on a 12 month contract basis. The person applying must comply with the criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform
Responsibilities and Duties
•Organize and maintain personnel records
•Update internal databases (e.g. record sick or maternity leave)
•Prepare HR documents, like employment contracts and new hire guides
•Assist with preparing slide deck for onboarding of new employees
•Liaise with external partners, like insurance vendors, and ensure legal compliance
•Answer employees queries about HR-related issues
•Assist payroll department by providing relevant employee information (e.g. leaves of absence, sick days and work schedules)
•Participate in HR projects and HR Events arrangements (e.g. help organize a job fair event)
•Support internal Training department with administration and training arrangements.
Minimum qualifications
•Human Resources Diploma
•Previous work experience in HR and Training environment will be advantageous
•Ability to speak, read and write in English
•Good communication skills
•Strong team player
•Attitude to learn
YC: Environmental Officer
Department : Human Resources (BP64030)
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. This position will support the vehicle assembly process to achieve quality and environmental targets according to the set UDTO specifications
This position is earmarked to Unemployed Youth on on a 12 month contract basis. The person applying must comply with the criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform
Responsibilities and Duties
•Ensure that jigs fixtures, tools, material handling equipment and lifting gear conform to occupational health and Safety Act (OHS Act) specifications.
•To specify the production system to internal customers (production and logistics) to direct their daily operations. Initiate and participate on Problem solving (QRPS)
•Ensure compliance with local, national, and international environmental laws (e.g., ISO 14001, air and water quality standards, hazardous waste regulations).
•Continuously perform internal audits to ensure compliance to UDPS, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015
•Conduct environmental audits and inspections, ensuring adherence to legal and corporate requirements.
•Prepare and submit environmental reports to regulatory bodies and corporate stakeholders.
•Stay updated with changes in environmental regulations affecting the automotive industry.
•Develop and implement waste management strategies, including hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal.
•Monitor and control emissions, air quality, and water treatment processes.
•Develop plans for reducing pollution and minimizing environmental impact.
•Drive energy-saving initiatives to reduce carbon footprint and promote sustainability.
•Develop strategies for water conservation and alternative energy usage.
•Work with cross-functional teams to implement green manufacturing practices.
•Identify potential environmental risks and develop mitigation strategies.
•Conduct risk assessments and recommend improvements for pollution prevention.
•Investigate environmental incidents and recommend corrective actions.
•Conduct training programs for employees on environmental compliance and sustainability practices.
•Promote a culture of environmental responsibility within the organization.
•Stakeholder on plant projects, construction.
•Management of plant environmental permits
Minimum qualifications
•Diploma/degree in Industrial, Quality, environmental sciences or equivalent
•ISO 9001:2015 ISO14001:2015 certificate will be an added advantage
•Knowledge of lean practices
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YC: Parts Administrator
Department : Human Resources (BP64030)
Job Overview
UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. This role is to support the Commercial Parts team and UD dealers with administration duties, reporting, pricing and promotional actions.
This position is earmarked to Unemployed Youth on on a 12 month contract basis. The person applying must comply with the criteria and be registered on the Yes4Youth platform
Responsibilities and Duties
Parts pricing maintenance
Parts Comparative baskets
Promotions and Incentives
Parts specials & campaign
Manage Truck Sales promotions where parts are involved
Reporting, Lubricant performance vs budgets
Monthly parts export sales
Financial controls
Departmental Purchase orders
Dealer Challenge targets
Annual trends analysis
Compilation at year-end of historical dealer purchase data
Dealer communication, Campaigns & promotions
Bulletins, Policies and procedures
Parts availability support
Back order tracking and short term solutions
Dealer communication
Minimum qualifications
Candidate must have a technical and or financial qualification/ background and interest in automotive industry.