Graduate in Training at ABB

Your role and responsibilities:

• In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn and develop the skills necessary to become proficient in your job.
• Each day, you will gain required knowledge and skills through vocational training and share time between school/college and ABB.
• You will also showcase your expertise by collaborating with internal resources for delivering effective solutions and implementing process improvements.
• The work model for the role is hybrid
• This role is contributing to the Process Automation Business Area in South Africa. Main stakeholders are ABB Businesses, Business Leaders and Teams.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Enhancing operational efficiency by diligently following Key Performance Indicators, closely monitoring the status of orders, and taking prompt actions to ensure on-time delivery.
• Observing the overall process and trends across inquiries, identifying improvement areas, and collaborating with internal resources to implement them.
• Following instructions, practicing your skills, and seeking feedback to ensure your progress.
• Participating in regular meetings and training sessions to stay up to date on company policies, procedures, and best practices.

Our team:
You will join a dynamic team, where you will be able to thrive in these functional Areas:

• Corporate 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.

Qualifications for the role:

• University graduates with no more than 2 years working experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• A growth mindset focused on continual learning and improvement
• South African citizens only.
• BA or Bcom degree in one of the following fields: Finance Accounting, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management,  Health & Safety, Marketing & Communication.
• High-performing students with a minimum average of 65% throughout their studies.
• 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