11 Process Engineering jobs in South Africa

What We Are Looking For

• Plans and controls technical resources in support of process and product improvement, to ensure cost reduction.
• Implements technically innovative strategies and investigation techniques to support manufacturing operations in an efficient and effective manner.
• Design and establish new processes which translates user requirements into system / sub-system functions within the company's business processes.
• Leads and participates in the following
• Risk assesments
• Technical and Quality investigations
• Process (raw material to final product) analysis
• Technical trouble-shooting and rapid problem-solving.
• Assist Product Development Group during product or process development and ensure a smooth industrialization of the equipment.
• Evaluation, specification and optimization of present operational systems in terms of effectiveness.
• Attend and participate in technical meetings
• Compiling and reviewing process related documentation.

People Management and Development

• Establish interfaces between suppliers, operations and clients to provide process specifications as required to fully implement process improvements.
• Provides technically innovative mentorship to plant personnel to aid the simplification of process and manages students to develop technical skills needed for plant support.

Financial Management

• Gives input to annual budgets & forecasts. Measures and controls costs and overhead expenditure. Originates capital expenditure proposals
• Tracks progress to cost containment initiatives and manages and reports regularly.

Compliance to Legislation and Business Systems

• Ensure designs, projects, modifications and installations adhere to appropriate regulations within OHS Act and Explosive Act.
• Adheres and Implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental

What Qualifications You Should Have

• B-Tech / B-Eng. / B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 7 Years' experience in a manufacturing environment of which 3 years should have been in a leadership role
• Project Management qualification will be a distinct advantage
• Process Safety Management qualification and experience will be a distinct advantage
• Broad experience in a development and manufacturing environment (Explosive / Engineering / Technical).
• In depth knowledge of SHE/Quality Systems, other computerized project management tools and process improvements techniques.
• Fully computer literate and has excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with ERP / MES systems.
• Advanced systems engineering training.

• Good communication, planning and organizing skills

• Self-motivated, independent and tenacious individual who is results driven.

• A team player with good interpersonal skills and the capability to interact with people at all levels.

• Analytical and a strategic thinker with good judgement.

• Proven problem solving abilities on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Independent and has adaptability to work under pressure.
• A self-starter with a concern for standards and results orientation.
• Flexible and has a positive self-image.
• Demonstrated financial acumen and understanding of financial statements.
• Ability to apply mathematic techniques to the solution of practical problems.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the next Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Alstom Rolling Stock we're looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering and manufacturing expertise in a cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking teammates.

You'll play a critical role in ensuring product and process designs are optimized for manufacturability, driving industrialization resources across all phases of production. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (EHS, Production, Project Management, Finance, Sourcing, and Supply Chain), manage the implementation of standard processes, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, among other responsibilities.

You'll specifically take care of managing industrialization activities, deploying and maintain methodologies like ICONE, P-FMEA, and QRQC, but also lead the engineering team to support carbody manufacturing and delivery.

We'll look to you for:

• Ensuring the implementation of standard processes and product solutions and where established, monitor and maintain existing processes
• Validating manufacturability and transferability using validated technologies
• Driving continuous improvement actions to support production
• Deploying industrialization standards, including EHS and ergonomics
• Managing staff capacity, competencies, and end-to-end people management
• Ensuring compliance with ISO, quality certifications, and legal requirements

All about you

We value passion and attitude. We don't expect you to have every single skill, but we have listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Engineering (mandatory)
• Welding qualification (mandatory)
• Lean Manufacturing certificate (desirable)
• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer (desirable)
• 10+ years of industrial experience, preferably in the railway industry
• Proven ability to manage a team of engineers and technicians
• Technical expertise in Process Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, and ERP systems like SAP
• Working knowledge of Quality, Health & Safety standards, and OSHACT
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and networking skills
• Financial acumen and result-driven mindset
• Advanced planning, organizing, and decision-making skills

Things you'll enjoy

Join us on a transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

• Enjoy challenges, and a career free from boring daily routines
• Work with cutting-edge railway safety standards
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects shaping the future of mobility
• Utilise our inclusive and dynamic working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Progress towards senior leadership roles
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential.

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you

Important to note

As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone while upholding priority recruitment in line with our Employment Equity Plan.

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the next Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager in Alstom Rolling Stock we're looking for?

Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your engineering and manufacturing expertise in a cutting-edge field. You'll work alongside collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking teammates.

You'll play a critical role in ensuring product and process designs are optimized for manufacturability, driving industrialization resources across all phases of production. Day-to-day, you'll work closely with teams across the business (EHS, Production, Project Management, Finance, Sourcing, and Supply Chain), manage the implementation of standard processes, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, among other responsibilities.

You'll specifically take care of managing industrialization activities, deploying and maintain methodologies like ICONE, P-FMEA, and QRQC, but also lead the engineering team to support carbody manufacturing and delivery.

We'll look to you for:

• Ensuring the implementation of standard processes and product solutions and where established, monitor and maintain existing processes
• Validating manufacturability and transferability using validated technologies
• Driving continuous improvement actions to support production
• Deploying industrialization standards, including EHS and ergonomics
• Managing staff capacity, competencies, and end-to-end people management
• Ensuring compliance with ISO, quality certifications, and legal requirements

All About You
We value passion and attitude. We don't expect you to have every single skill, but we have listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Engineering (mandatory)
• Welding qualification (mandatory)
• Lean Manufacturing certificate (desirable)
• ECSA registration as a Professional Engineer (desirable)
• 10+ years of industrial experience, preferably in the railway industry
• Proven ability to manage a team of engineers and technicians
• Technical expertise in Process Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, and ERP systems like SAP
• Working knowledge of Quality, Health & Safety standards, and OSHACT
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and networking skills
• Financial acumen and result-driven mindset
• Advanced planning, organizing, and decision-making skills

Things you'll enjoy
Join us on a transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

• Enjoy challenges, and a career free from boring daily routines
• Work with cutting-edge railway safety standards
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects shaping the future of mobility
• Utilise our inclusive and dynamic working environment
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Progress towards senior leadership roles
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognizes your performance and potential.

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you

Important to note
As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone while upholding priority recruitment in line with our Employment Equity Plan.

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow's mobility. That's why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Engineering Specialist – Process: Leads Manufacturing Process Engineering for Final Assembly (Trim/Chassis), driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity. This role is central to program launch management and readiness, overseeing all aspects from initial planning to production.

POSITION DETAILS - Manufacturing Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement:

• Lead Manufacturing Process Engineering activities for Final Assembly, with a focus on Trim and Chassis Assembly operations.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity across all manufacturing processes.
• Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products.
• Develop action plans to investigate and prioritize quality concerns and verify corrective actions on internal processes and supplier processes.
• Conduct process audits to ensure process discipline consistent with Vehicle Operations guidelines, adherence to process outline, and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions as required.
• Analyse vehicle inventory root causes; engage in mapping and corrective actions to reduce vehicle inventory.
• Deliver capable processes and tools for Trim and Chassis Assembly operations.
• Lead in resolving assembly-related concerns. Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices.
• Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements.
• Identify and drive to closure all FRC issues within Chassis and/or Trim areas.
• Maintain fixture/jig integrity within your responsible zone along with required backups.
• Identify and close all control plan items marked as red within your respective zones.
• Support MTC changes and efficiency activities within Chassis and/or Trim areas.
• Support warranty investigations in Chassis and/or Trim areas.

Program Launch Management & Readiness:

• Confirm layouts, material flow diagrams, and pedestrian flow meet standards for new programs.
• Ensure new parts are plotted and will fit on the station, and layout demarcations meet layout standards (CLL).
• Support all aspects of build events (Slow Build, TT, PP, MP1, FCPA, FER), including participating and leading "war room" meetings, capturing and binning build issues, ensuring robust 8D (Quality Operating System)/5D (Launch Quality Operating System 800)/4D (Manufacturing Operating System) closure actions, and sending out quality scorecards and night letters.
• Review changes in product and process that may impact the plant manufacturing process or operational plan, delivering programs within current model constraints (operational costs including lost units, scrap, industrial material, labour).
• Conduct content change analysis with the launch team to understand the impact on processes and facilities, ensuring appropriate countermeasures and training are implemented.

• Ensure Zoning is completed prior to all GDPS (Global Development Process System) milestones (TT, PP, MP1) with no new launch-related open issues and ensure carry-over items are moved to DCC or MCC for the department.

• Lead the Workstation Readiness Assessment (WSR) as per standard, ensuring zero open issues, and that the WSR is followed using the appropriate check sheet three weeks before every build phase.

• Ensure Part sign-off prior to build phase for all Non-PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) parts and ensure part delivery to team members doesn't cause any damages or issues, coordinating with MP&L (Material Planning & Logistics) to isolate launch parts.

Quality Operating Systems (QOS) & Compliance:

• Ensure that Plant QOS processes are active and complete, covering gauging strategy, equipment capability, traceability (QLSCM), DCP (Data Collection Point), OIS (Operator Instruction Sheet)/WES (Work Element Sheet), QCM (Quality Control Method), error-proofing systems, and inspection processes.
• Ensure correct measurement system/gauge selection, Gauge R&R study completion, functional QLS systems with appropriate definitions, CDC configuration to confirm traceability, part traceability on EP (Error Proofing), and calibration of DC tools and bench calibration.
• Ensure QCM updates are in line with new content and able to assist build, ensure all items from the control plan are implemented and validated during build, ensure OIS/WES is up to date and released on Launch APT plan, ensure EQI layout is in line with content change, and adapt QCM's based upon missed inspection and perform quality recalibration.
• Review and understand the High Hurts Matrix, ensuring previous High Hurts are implemented to upcoming programs and validated, and populate/hand over the HH list with CFT (Cross-Functional Team) into a consolidated list to PVT-ME / VME.
• Support Whiteboard meetings to ensure all issues have ICA (Interim Containment Action)/PCA (Permanent Corrective Action) within 24 hours, and support achieving, verifying, and maintaining all production quality requirements during build phases.
• Ensure that teardown results and test result corrective actions are incorporated into the manufacturing and N EOL (End of Line) testing process.

Safety, Health & Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure that Risk Assessments are completed for the Design, Build, Modification, and Commissioning of Equipment (Concept, Design, Build and Runoff, Launch phase, Modifications to existing equipment).
• Ensure that Pre Task Assessment is signed off for skilled trades/contractor work (review at specified intervals).
• Support PROTAG sign-off to plan, guiding plant personnel (Plant Operations and Skilled Trades) through White-to-Pink, Pink-to-Yellow, and Yellow-to-Green phases, and reviewing PROTAG status and punch list completion.
• Ensure the work area has appropriate signage posted and clearly visible in case of exposure to hazards, including approved Toxicology (TOX) numbers, identifying new chemicals and ensuring proper loading / labelling as per procedure (FAS08-252 Chemical Hazard Communication Standard).
• Ensure Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is completed for processes prior to TT build.
• Ensure that BBQ (Bypass, Backup, or Quick response) and all backup tooling is available per the BBQ strategy (MOS BBQ Assessment form).
• Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental, and Environmental standards.
• Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required.
• Ensure safe and proper disposal of equipment as applicable.
• Ensure equipment power consumption is minimized when equipment and facilities are not being used (auto shutdown mode/turn off when not being utilized).
• Ensure that handling, cleaning, and corrosion protection of metal parts are followed.

Cost Initiatives:

• Lead one cost-saving project to implementation per year
• Implement one Kaizen project per month.

Communication and working relationships: This role requires extensive collaboration and communication with Manufacturing Leadership, Quality, Production, Maintenance, LPWR, Product Development, Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering (VME), external suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations and successful program launches.

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

Preferred Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electrical or Industrial engineering.
• Experience: 5+ yrs of related experience.
• A certified green belt has an advantage.
• Ariba access and use has advantage.
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership in ONE FORD (leadership) behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES/ SUCCESS CRITERIA:

• Implement Zero Defect / Error Proofed Processes.
• No downtime related to jig/fixtures within Chassis and/or trim areas.
• Deliver a zone FRC greater than 97%.
• Ensure process audits are conducted within specified timing as per company policy.
• Complete a minimum of two Green Belt projects per year.
• Ensure within a two-year period from enrolment, that candidate is Green Belt certified.
• Layouts, material flow diagrams, and pedestrian flow meet standards.
• Risk assessments are completed for design, build, modification, and commissioning of equipment.
• Pre-Task Assessment signed off for skilled trades/contractor work.
• PROTAG sign-off supported to plan, and punch list items followed to completion.
• JSA completed for processes prior to TT build.
• Robust 8D/5D/4D closure actions for build issues.
• Plant QOS processes active and complete (Gauging strategy, equipment capability, traceability/QLS; DCP, OIS/WES, QCM, Error Proofing systems operational, Inspection Processes).
• High Hurts Matrix reviewed and updated.
• Achieve, verify, and maintain all production quality requirements during build phase.
• Whiteboard, AIMs and build issue manufacturing ensure all issues have ICA/PCA.
• Build Quality Metrics for each build milestone.
• Teardown results and test result corrective actions incorporated.
• Program delivered within current model constraints, with content analysis complete.
• Zoning completed prior to GDPS milestones with no new launch-related open issues.
• Workstation Readiness Assessment (WSR) completed with zero open issues prior to GDPS milestones.
• Part sign-off prior to build phase for all Non-PPAP parts completed.
• Cost-saving projects implementation.
• Kaizen projects implementation.
• BBQ and all backup tooling is available.
• Equipment power consumption minimized.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA):

Technical Skills:

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills.
• Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.
• DMAIC and DMADV (Design for Six Sigma) Project Methodology experience.
• TQM (Total Quality Management) and Kaizen Methods.
• FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), PPAP, and DOEs (Design of Experiments) experience.
• Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience.
• GSPAS/APT.
• CLL/Auto CAD.
• Wow Falcon / WERS.
• Illustration, MOVIS, AIS.
• Knowledge of Plant Layout, Material Flow Diagram, Pedestrian Flow standards (e.g., FAS
• Risk Assessment methodologies (e.g., FAS
• PROTAG procedures and sign-off processes.
• Chemical Hazard Communication Standard (FAS and Toxicology (TOX) number management.
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Quality Operating System (QOS) processes, including Gauging (e.g., PTS02-081ME, PTP07-015), Traceability (e.g., FAP02-007, PTS02-112ME), QLS, CDC, Calibration (e.g., FAP03-015, PTP07-111, PTP07-120),
• High Hurts procedures (e.g., PTP02-183ME, LQOS 802).
• Experience with Production FIS/IIOT systems.
• Build event management (TT, PP, MP1, FCPA, FER) and related procedures (e.g., PTP02-113ME MLP, PTP03-115 PTR, LQOS 800/815/530/824).
• Workstation Readiness Assessment (WSR).
• LPWR processes and eFPS.

Competencies:

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership capabilities (ONE FORD behaviors).
• Outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills.
• Ability to deeply understand user intent and provide clear, accurate answers.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking (8D, 5Why).
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Results-oriented with a focus on meeting KPIs.
• Collaboration across diverse teams.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing challenges.
• General attributes: (As implied by the above)
• Linguistic skills: Effective oral and written communication skills.

Company Description

MHI RISK ENGINEERS is a company located in Durban North, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa.

Role Description

This is an on-site role for a Chemical Engineering Intern located in Durban. The intern will be responsible for day-to-day tasks related to the normal operations of the business, technical work and general duties. The ideal candidate should be in a possession of a degree or diploma in engineering or safety related field.

This is an entry level position. The salary range is between R8,000 to R10,000 per month plus commission.
The candidate should be based in Durban.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Safety and/or Process Engineering skills
• Attention to detail
• A safety qualification will be prefered
• Project Management skills
• Analytical Skills and Presentation Skills
• Communication skills
• Relevant coursework in chemical engineering or related field
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Conflict resolution
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation
• General duties as required in a consulting environment.

The Unilever YES Programme

Location: La Lucia Head Office, Durban

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don't believe in the 'one size fits all' approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

The Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme is a national collaborative initiative aimed at empowering South African youth by providing them with valuable work experience. The YES Programme at Unilever is more than just work experience — it's a launchpad for future careers. As part of this initiative, you'll be immersed in a 12-month journey designed to ignite your potential, equip you with practical skills, and expose you to real-world business challenges. Whether you're supporting teams in our offices or on the factory floor, you'll gain meaningful, hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment where learning, growth, and purpose come together. This is your chance to be part of a company that's reimagining the future of work — and investing in yours

JOB PURPOSE

• The Unilever YES Programme is meant to provide participants with a meaningful work experience, skills development opportunities, and exposure to a professional environment as stepping stone into the world of work.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Participants will take on support responsibilities across the Research and Development business function. These responsibilities play a crucial role in ensuring the effective operation of the function and offer accelerated and practical work experience.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• South African citizen, aged 18 – 34 years
• Currently unemployed and not studying full-time
• Completed Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• Should not have more than 2 years' work experience
• Commitment to the 12-month programme
• Must not have completed a YES Programme previously
• Willingness to learn and grow in a professional environment
• A strong academic record
• Strong computer literacy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good time management
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• A positive attitude

Unilever Behaviors

Assess whether the candidates' responses and examples resonate with Unilever's expected behaviours.

Care Deeply: We care deeply about how consumers experience our brands every day, everywhere; about our people's growth and development, and our impact on the planet. We care about our performance, to a point where it hurts when we don't win.

Focus on What Counts: We ruthlessly prioritise what truly matters, and so do fewer things brilliantly. We set clear goals & direction and recognise others for maximum impact.

Stay Three Steps Ahead: We think boldly and creatively to make breakthroughs in performance. We are always curious and confident - anticipating and staying ahead of consumer needs and external trends, to beat the competition.

Deliver with Excellence: We deliver excellence in what we do at pace. We take personal ownership and hold each other to account – always finding a way to do what we said we will do.

Please kindly attach the following documents as part of the selection:

• updated CV
• copy of highest qualification (eg. Grade 12 and Degree)

(We value equity, diversity and inclusion. This initiative forms part of our transformation objectives and our commitment to Employment Equity, consideration will therefore be given to suitably qualified individuals from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act)

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their 'Whole Self' to work and this includes you Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

Entity:
Customers & Products

Job Family Group:
Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:
The Global Supply Chain learner (GSC Learner) is responsible for generating and supplying management information (MI) reports in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner. These reports comprise Health, Safety and Quality performance, data entry activities, and general Supply Chain reports. Additionally, the incumbent actively participates in relevant meetings to ensure seamless communication and coordination.

Also responsible for coordination of product change within Supply Chain that include the F2103 process, engaging with 3P manufacturers as well as collating data for update in bp Global Database

The incumbent works closely with Blendcor Joint Venture (JV), UnicoTec, technology, procurement and mainly manufacturing departments to ensure continual support to manufacturing management in meeting service level agreement between SC and its customers.

Key Responsibilities
Quality Performance

• Tracking supplier quality performance and recording non-conformities in the regional supplier complaints registry system.
• Recording and tracking customer complaints via global data base (eQMS).
• Monitoring 3rd party manufacturers' product quality performance and updating MI periodic reports.
• Capture minutes & generating periodic quality performance reports from engagements between Castrol & its 3P suppliers.
• Tracking & recording manufacturing Quality Observation Conversations (QOC's) against global performance.
• Coordinating Inter laboratory Correlation Programe (ILCP) testing samples in the region i.e. collate & report results from participants.
• F2103/NPI Process
• Coordinating and tracking efficient execution of F2103 relating to New Product Introduction (NPI) as well as product change activities between technology, marketing, manufacturing and relevant 3rd party manufacturers.

Handling of Customer samples

• Receiving & distributing customer samples to relevant manufacturers in cases of complaints
• Tracking customer complaint Root Cause Analysis (RCA) progress and collating data for reporting.

Compliance & Quality Audits

• Tracking audit findings & following up with 3P's for closure.

Qualification & Skills

• Degree holder in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering or other related field
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Ability to think analytically and solve problems independently
• Detail oriented with strong organizational abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships quickly
• Demonstrates agility by being flexible and open to change
• Awareness of sustainability issues and how they relate to business operations

Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:
Agility core practices, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Digital Fluency, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Monitoring, Problem Solving, Quality, Reporting, Supply chain management, Sustainability awareness and action

Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Company Description

Diversity Conference and Consultancy is a skills development service provider that offers short courses and in-company training to various organizations in Africa. Our primary clients include Government institutions, NGOs, UN Organizations, Parastatals, and privately owned companies. We are dedicated to enhancing the skills and knowledge of professionals across different sectors.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Chemical Engineering Facilitator located in the City of Johannesburg. The Chemical Engineering Facilitator will be responsible for designing and delivering chemical engineering training programs, conducting lectures, and practical sessions. Day-to-day tasks include preparing course materials, evaluating participant performance, and providing feedback. The facilitator will also collaborate with other trainers and consultants to ensure high-quality training delivery.

Qualifications

• A strong background in Chemical Engineering, with a Bachelor's degree or higher in the field
• Experience in designing and delivering training programs
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Proficiency in evaluating and assessing training outcomes
• Ability to work collaboratively with other trainers and consultants
• Prior experience in the skills development or education sector is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences

Faculty

Engineering

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Engineering and the Built Environment -> Chemical Engineering

Campus/ Location

Bellville Campus - Bellville, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Academic

Number of Positions

2

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

12/10/2025

Job Purpose

• Lecturing subjects in Chemical Engineering.
• Contribute to academic initiatives undertaken by the department to enhance learning according to the needs of the industry and the department's teaching & learning goals.
• Incorporate teaching & learning, research & innovation, and community engagement outcomes into the academic project.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Master's qualification in Chemical Engineering. All underpinning qualifications must be in Chemical Engineering.
• At least two years of relevant lecturing experience in higher education or 2 years industry-related experience.
• Must be registered with ECSA or willing to register within 12 months of employment.

Important Note:

• All underpinning qualifications must be listed on the application.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Academic Development and Teaching:

• The preparation and lecturing of specific instructional offerings at all levels as required.
• Teaching and practical application of theoretical aspects of specific instructional offerings.
• Contribute towards the review of assessments methods.
• Implementation of an evaluation system to determine teaching and learning success.
• Supervise and mentor students at all levels as required.

Administration:

• Assist in all departmental administration duties and/or responsibilities.

Internal/External Liaison:

• Participate in co-operative education activities.
• Assist in programme marketing by liaising with schools, school visits, preparation of marketing material.

Research:

• Be Involved with at least one research area in subject field or subject field of master's and doctoral students.
• Supervise group research projects and contribute towards peer/group/departmental research.
• Secure funding for research purposes.
• Supervision of master's and doctoral students.
• Sourcing of third-stream income.

Assisting with the coordination of all academic activities relating to, but not limited to:

• the curriculum programmes that are linked to Chemical Engineering.
• Teaching & learning.
• Curriculum development.
• Academic development.
• Academic administration.
• Conducting research.
• Participation in ECSA/CHE or any other accreditation.
• Participation in Quality Assurance activities.
• Participation in Industry Advisory Committees & partnerships.
• Personal & professional development.
• Assisting with WIL and planning of service-learning initiatives.
• Assisting with recruitment, admissions & marketing as is reasonably required by the HOD: Chemical Engineering.

Competencies

• Demonstrable lecturing ability.
• Understanding of good assessment practices.
• Knowledge of curriculum development.
• Computer literacy with good organizational and time management skills.
• Language proficiency: English and any other official language.
• Computer literacy and programming.
• Student-focused.
• Strong team building and leadership skills.
• To be able to cope under pressure.
• Organisation of hands-on practical project exercises for undergraduate students in the laboratories.
• Engaging with industry partners to provide students with real-life work exposure and experience.
• Initiation and development of subject material within the listed subject areas.
• Contribution to team research and teaching programmes and their administration .
• Assisting with departmental administration.
• Developing innovative research, teaching, and learning methods and materials.
• Promotion of community participation and linkages outreach.

General Information

Closing Date: 12 October 2025

Enquiries: Human Capital Department - Ms Yandiswa Vuwani :

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