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YES Programme Kia SA (Gauteng, Western Cape, KZN, Limpopo, Mpumalanga)

Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Contract
Sectors: Admin Automotive
Reference: 179477

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Motus Corporation

YES Job Details

Division: Kia SA

Minimum experience: Not Applicable

Company primary industry: Automotive

Job functional area: Administrative

Contract term: 12 Months

Closing date: 24 April 2026

Job Description

Kia South Africa invites unemployed youth aged between 18–29, residing in Polokwane, Nelspruit, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape, to apply for the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme. This initiative provides structured workplace exposure within the automotive industry, enabling young people to develop practical skills, build confidence and gain valuable professional experience.

Why Join Kia SA?

At Kia South Africa, we are committed to developing future talent and creating meaningful opportunities for young South Africans. This programme goes beyond work experience, it is a strategic pathway designed to equip you with the skills, exposure and the confidence needed to build a sustainable and successful career within the automotive industry.

Programme Overview

Successful candidates will gain the following during the 12 months structured programme:

Mentorship and guided skills development from experienced professionals
Practical workplace experience and training within a reputable automotive organisation
Exposure to industry‑specific knowledge and experience to enhance your CV
A monthly stipend in line with YES Programme guidelines

Available Departments

Opportunities may be available in:

Sales
Workshop & Parts
Administration
Finance
Human Resources

Minimum Requirements

To qualify, applicants must be:

Aged between 18 – 29 years old, currently unemployed
A South African citizen with a valid ID
Grade 12 / Matric (additional qualifications are advantageous)
Clear criminal record
Must not have participated in a YES Programme previously

Key Attributes

Good communication and interpersonal skills
Basic computer literacy (where applicable)
Absolute integrity, with a positive attitude and strong work ethic coupled with the curiosity to learn and develop
Ability to work well within a team and follow instructions and tasking diligently
Commitment to meeting deadlines and workplace standards

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About Motus Corporation

Motus is a multi-national provider of automotive mobility solutions and vehicle products and services, delivering 77 years of steady growth and reliable value creation. Our leading market presence in South Africa is enhanced by selected international offerings in the United Kingdom, Australia, Asia and Southern and East Africa.

Motus employs over 20 000 people globally and is a diversified (non-manufacturing) business in the automotive sector. Motus is South Africa’s leading automotive group, with unrivalled scale and scope across the automotive value chain.

Motus offers a differentiated value proposition to OEMs, customers and business partners with a business model that integrates our four business segments: Import and Distribution, Retail and Rental, Mobility Solutions and Aftermarket Parts, providing multiple customer touchpoints that support resilience and meet customers’ mobility needs across the vehicle ownership cycle.

Motus has long-standing importer, distribution and retail partnerships with leading OEMs, representing some of the world’s most recognisable brands. We provide automotive manufacturers with a highly effective route-to-market and a vital link between the brand and the customer throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle. In addition, we provide accessories and aftermarket automotive parts for out-of-warranty vehicles and the Mobility Solutions segment sells value-added products and services to customers, including non-insurance and insurance products, consumer mobility solutions, and fleet services.