NBI Youth Employment Service

Reference Number: NBI250912-1

Application Period: 27 November 2025 (Open until filled if the deadline is not available)

Job Type: Temporary

Workplace: On‑site, 24/7 operations

Duration: 12 months

Location: Durban, KwaZulu‑Natal, South Africa

Job Summary

Hired as a Young Employment Service (Y.E.S.) intern, you will receive 12 months of hands‑on training in a world‑class biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will work alongside experienced Process Technicians and other production staff, learning the key processes that help produce lifesaving plasma‑derived medicines. The role is part of the National Bioproducts Institute’s (NBI) transformation and employment equity goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in equipment preparation and maintenance.
• Participate in sampling, quality checks and documentation.
• Apply cleanroom practices and follow SOPs and safety protocols.
• Support production teams across all unit operations in API manufacturing.

Requirements

• South African citizen aged 18–34.
• Grade 12 graduate with a minimum D mark in English, Mathematics, Science and Biology.
• Unemployed and not studying full‑time.
• Maximum of 2 years of work experience.
• Not previously enrolled in a Y.E.S. programme.
• Commitment to the full 12‑month programme.
• Optional: Pharmacist Assistant Training (PAT) Basic or PAT Post Basic, or tertiary qualifications in Engineering or Life Sciences.

Health, Safety & Environment (SHE)

• Pre‑employment, routine and exit medical examinations are mandatory.
• Attendance at SHE training is compulsory.
• Strict adherence to SHE instructions and site rules.
• Proper PPE usage and compliance with occupational health and safety requirements.

Operational Requirements

• Shift work across 24/7 schedule: Either a 12‑hour shift (06:00–18:00 or 18:00–06:00) or an 8‑hour shift (06:00–18:00) as per roster.
• Maximum 45 hours per week (sometimes 40 hours).
• Availability to work evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Possibility of overtime to meet business needs.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and influence of others.
• Business impact and contribution.
• Relationship management.
• Personal leadership and accountability.

How to Apply

To join the NBI Y.E.S. programme, please apply through the official NBI recruitment portal. All personal information will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) No. 4 of 2013.

For any questions, you can email the recruitment team at recruitment@nbisa.co.za (if an email address is provided).

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