NBI Youth Employment Service 2026
Job Advert Summary
Guided by its purpose to provide products for patients to alleviate pain and suffering and improve their quality of life, NBI’s vision is to be the leading African manufacturer and supplier of quality therapeutic proteins and diagnostic products.
| Closing Date | 2025/11/27 |
Are you a passionate, young South African looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? The National Bioproducts Institute (NBI), a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer invites applications for its Y.E.S Programme. This initiative is designed to empower unemployed youth by providing 12 months of hands on experience in a world class biopharmaceutical production environment.
At NBI, we are driven by a commitment to patient-centred care, innovation, and excellence. As a Y.E.S intern, you will be placed across various areas within our production environment, working alongside experienced Process Technicians, Fractionators, and Pooling Technicians. You will gain exposure to critical manufacturing processes that contribute to lifesaving plasma derived medicine.
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizen aged 18–34 years
- Currently unemployed and not studying full-time
- Grade 12 with minimum D mark in English, Math, Science, Biology
- Pharmacist Assistant Training (PAT) Basic or PAT Post Basic qualifications an added advantage
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or Life Sciences are advantageous
- No more than 2 years’ work experience
- Must not have participated in a Y.E.S Programme previously
- Commitment to the full 12 month programme
Duties & Responsibilities:
SHE Requirements
Pre-employment, routine and exit medicals are compulsory due to the nature of the business
Attendance to SHE related training is mandatory
Adherence to SHE Instructions
Compliance to SHE Site Rules is compulsory
NBI uses hazardous and biologically active chemicals. The successful candidate will be required to use proper PPE and will go through medical examinations as per OSH Act requirements
Operational Requirements
Normal working hours are either 45 hours per week, Monday to Sunday OR 40 hours per week, based on the functional area. You will be required to work evening and shift work in line with our 24/7 operational schedule. Successful candidates:
Will be required to work a 12 hour shift as rostered between 06:00-18:00 or 18:00-06:00, Monday to Sunday OR an 8 hour shift, between 06h00 to 18h00 as rostered
May be required to work overtime to meet the business needs.
Must be prepared to work shifts/weekends/public holidays when needed or as rostered.
Application Details
HOW TO APPLY
Use the link below to apply
Application for NBI Youth Employment Service 2026
Closing Date: 2025/11/27
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to embark on an exciting journey and enriching work experience. We encourage you to apply on the website address to join the NBI Y.E.S programme and begin your journey with us.
You will support production teams across NBI’s various unit operations involved in the manufacturing of plasma-derived medicinal products.
This will include, inter alia,
Equipment preparation and maintenance
Sampling and quality checks
Documentation and compliance with SOPs
Cleanroom practices and safety protocols
Core Competencies
Leading and Influencing Others
Business Impact
Managing Relationships
Personal Leadership
This initiative forms part of NBI’s broader transformation objectives and ongoing commitment to Employment Equity. In line with the Employment Equity Act and our internal targets, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.
Due to the nature of the business, pre-employment, routine and exit medical examinations are compulsory.
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