At Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf), we believe that growth is not just a goal, it’s a way of life. Whether you’re taking the first step in your career or looking to advance to new heights, IMSAf offers an environment where passion meets purpose and potential turns into greatness. Here, you are encouraged to grow with us, challenge yourself to outgrow us, and embrace the mindset that not growing is not an option.
At IMSAf people are at the heart of our organisation. Guided by our values; mutual growth, mutual engagement and development, we are committed to creating opportunities that empower individuals, foster inclusivity, and drive innovation.
Isuzu Motors South Africa Top Employer
Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has been recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer in South Africa for the fourth consecutive year, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Guided by our core value of Mutual Growth, we continue to invest in employee well-being, inclusivity, and innovation, reaffirming our position as an employer of choice.
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Join the ISUZU team
At Isuzu Motors South Africa, we are driven by people, purpose, and progress. As a proudly South African automotive manufacturer with a rich Japanese heritage, we are committed to building world-class vehicles while creating meaningful opportunities for growth, innovation, and excellence.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture built on our values of collaboration, respect, diversity, continuous learning, and empowering employees to grow and make a meaningful impact in the automotive industry and the communities we serve. Join a team that is shaping the future of mobility while driving positive change across South Africa and the African continent.
Explore our current opportunities and become part of a company that moves the world forward.
EARLY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT ISUZU MOTORS SOUTH AFRICA
In-Service Training
Isuzu Motors South Africa offers In Service Trainee opportunities to students in Engineering and related studies who require P1 and P2 (subject to successful completion of the institutions’ logbook requirements) to be eligible for graduation.
The programme is split into 6 months for each of the practical work experience windows i.e. Practical 1 and Practical 2. Phased out and replaced by Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL)
EARLY CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT ISUZU MOTORS SOUTH AFRICA
Graduate In-Training
The Isuzu Motors South Africa Graduate-In-Training Program is designed to attract young talented graduates from various institutions, providing them with meaningful workplace experience and a strong foundation for career growth.
As one of the key entry points for high-potential future leaders, the programme builds the basis for developing both leadership talent and technical specialists. It is tailored to support IMSAf’s future needs by focusing on core competencies, strengthening the talent pipeline and creating opportunities for long-term career placement within the business.
The program runs over a 24-month-period from February of every second year. Recruitment is done between August to November.
Youth Employment Services (YES)
The YES programme was launched by President Cyril Ramaphosa in 2018 to create workplace opportunities for young South Africans.
At Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) we fully support economic transformation initiatives that drive growth and development for South Africans youth. We believe young people deserve opportunities that accelerate employability and open pathways to sustainable careers.
Through the YES Programme, we aim to build provide participants aged 18 to 35 with a valuable 12-month workplace experience while also building a future talent pipeline. Learners gain first-hand exposure to a large corporate environment while developing practical skills that enhance their employability.
Since launching our first YES Programme intake in 2020, IMSAf has proudly recruited 276 trainees, investing in the leaders of tomorrow.
YES Learners Highlight Video
CAREER ADVICE FROM AN EXPERT: MEET VATHISWA DALASILE
Video Transcript
Career advice from expert Vathiswa Dalasile for students interested in in-service training and work-integrated learning opportunities at Isuzu Motors South Africa.

