GIBB is offering a Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme placement in Electrical Engineering at its Cape Town office, closing on 31 August 2026. This 12‑month fixed‑term opportunity is open to unemployed South African youth aged 18–35 with a BSc in Electrical Engineering.
Programme Overview
Position: GIBB YES Programme – Electrical Engineering
Employer: GIBB Group of Companies
Location: Cape Town CBD, South Africa
Category: YES Programme (Youth Employment Service)
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Contract: 12 months, fixed term
About GIBB
Established in 1956, GIBB is a multidisciplinary engineering company with a strong African footprint.
73.06% black-owned, focusing on infrastructure planning, design, and delivery.
Subsidiaries include SVA International (Architectural).
Mission: “We change lives” through skills development, empowerment, and social investment.
Core Purpose of the YES Programme
Business-led collaboration with government to reduce youth unemployment.
Provides skills development, workplace experience, and a salary.
Enhances employability for long-term careers in engineering and infrastructure.
Requirements
South African citizen (born in South Africa).
Age: 18–35 years.
Education:
Grade 12 or equivalent with Mathematics, Science, and English.
BSc Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Must be unemployed and available for a 12‑month contract.
Not a previous YES beneficiary.
PC literate.
Responsible, honest, and eager to learn.
Reside close to Cape Town CBD.
Application Documents
Updated CV
Copies of qualifications
Copy of ID
Proof of residence
Application Process
Prepare all required documents.
Apply directly via the official GIBB application page.
Ensure submission before 31 August 2026.
Recruitment process includes screening and placement at the Cape Town office.
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This programme is a strong entry point for young engineers seeking practical experience in electrical engineering while contributing to South Africa’s infrastructure development.
