Graduate in TrainingABB South Africa recognizes that young talent represents the future. That is why we are committed to recruiting and developing the next generation of professionals by providing a supportive working and learning environment where we can shape the future together.As a Trainee at ABB South Africa, you will gain hands-on experience at one of the world’s leading companies in engineering, technology, and innovation. In addition, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills beyond what you have learned in the classroom.
Your role and responsibilities

All our Young Talent Programs are grounded in the 70:20:10 Model of Learning and Development, which emphasizes:✓ Hands-on learning (70%)✓ Learning through interaction and feedback (20%)✓ Classroom-based learning (10%)We recognize that the world of work is constantly evolving. To thrive in this ever-changing environment and succeed within the organization, you will need more than just technical expertise (hard skills). Therefore, during your time at ABB South Africa, we will also focus on developing your soft skills—empowering you to connect with others, establish your professional identity, and effectively promote yourself in any work setting.In addition to formally learning about our products through our online Learning Management System and classroom-based training (10%), you will spend the majority of your time working with our products and systems in real-world scenarios (70%). You will also have the opportunity to interact with industry experts and leaders, who will provide guidance, answer your questions, and offer career mentorship (20%).For the 2024/2025 Intake, we are seeking graduates in the following fields:Graduate in Training RolesCorporate Marketing and Communication Function:You will work in a department responsible for corporate branding, communications, and event management.Supply Chain Management or Logistics:You will gain experience in a department managing transport, trade, logistics, and supply chain operations.Human Resource Management:You will work in a department overseeing employee lifecycle management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, payroll, and industrial relations.Finance or Accounting:You will join a department focusing on business controlling and accounts payable functions.Occupational Health & Safety:You will contribute to health and safety campaigns while ensuring ABB maintains a safe working environment.Information Technology or Information Systems:You will work in the IT department, managing end-to-end processes and technology systems.At ABB, we place a high value on safety and integrity. These principles are integral to fostering a secure, ethical, and supportive work environment for all employees and stakeholders.

Qualifications for the role

Functional Trainee ProgramWe are seeking candidates with a Bachelor’s, BTech, or BCom degree in one of the following fields:FinanceAccountingHuman ResourcesSupply Chain ManagementHealth & SafetyMarketing & CommunicationEligibility Requirements:Strong oral and written communication skills.Proven ability to solve problems creatively and think innovatively.Excellent interpersonal skills, complemented by leadership abilities, high self-confidence, and a strong desire to learn.Must be a recent graduate who has completed their studies within the past 1–2 years and is currently unemployed.

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