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Job Purpose

• To ensure efficient management of inventory and materials within the warehouse by maintaining stock levels, storing materials securely in an organized manner, and accurately tracking all incoming and outgoing materials.
• The role contributes to seamless supply chain activities, enhances productivity, and supports cost effective operations by overseeing the physical flow of materials (goods reception, warehousing, line-side replenishment, packaging, and shipping) while adhering to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards.

Warehouse Operations Management

• Adhere to health and safety regulations related to the storage and handling of materials to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries, including those involving hazardous substances or heavy equipment.
• Receive and check incoming stock against purchase orders.
• Maintain safe handling practices for tools and materials stored, contributing to a safer working environment.
• Store items in appropriate locations within the store or warehouse.
• Utilize inventory management software or databases to track stock and update inventory records.
• Contribute to assessments of warehouse operations and inventory management processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
• Manage waste from maintenance and warehouse operations, ensuring the proper disposal of hazardous materials or recycling where possible.
• Ensure the first-in, first-out (FIFO) or last-in, first-out (LIFO) inventory methods are used to minimize spoilage or obsolescence of items.
• Work to reduce losses due to damaged or expired consumables and theft through proper handling and security measures.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment and report any issues.
• follow effective reorder points and procedures to ensure the timely replenishment of stock on the lineside supply.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure an adequate supply and prevent shortages.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movements.
• Manage the storage of items to maximize space efficiency.
• Participate in team development and individual training programs to improve skills and knowledge related to inventory and warehouse management.
• Assist internal and external customers in obtaining materials and resolving any inquiries.
• Conduct regular inspections of incoming and outgoing materials to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and apply 5S housekeeping principles in the warehouse.
• Document any issues through the warehouse operation action list, such as damaged goods or discrepancies, incidents, or other issues, and follow company protocols to resolve them.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory using the company’s ERP system, including stock levels, orders, and receipts
• Update the missing part records with operations to monitor and track material in warehouse
• Receive incoming goods and verify their quantity and quality against purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate records of all inventory movements, including receipts and shipments.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Provide information about inventory availability.
• Ensure proper labeling and signage for easy access and identification.
• During loading and offloading, ensure the safe loading and unloading of materials, ensuring that goods are handled properly to prevent damage.
• Assist in internal and external audits relating to the warehouse by providing necessary documentation and facilitating inspections.
• Investigate and address any quality-related complaints or issues and implement problem-solving measures to ensure that root causes are identified during QRQC.
• Coordinate stock in transit and stock movement for intraplant material shipments.
• Assist in receiving indirect goods delivered physically to the warehouse.
• Contribute to identifying obsolete materials, slow-moving materials, duplicate materials, valuation split items, and items to be scrapped.
• Ensure compliance with reverse logistics processes, including handling quality nonconforming components, parts failed from trains, damaged components, obsolete items, retrofit components, repair loop processes, and in-house repair centre processes.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or equivalent.
• 2 – 3 Years Warehousing experience including the receiving and dispatching of material and use of Warehouse Management Systems.
• Forklift or equivalent equipment license.
• SAPICS certification. (advantageous)
• 2 – 3 Years SAP ERP System knowledge. (advantageous)

Special Requirements

• Incumbent may be required to work overtime.

Closing Date

• 1 April 2026

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Job Purpose

• To provide corrective technical maintenance support to the customer during the warranty period and ensure performance targets are achieved in line with customer requirements. Guide and assist the customer on corrective maintenance after the warranty period.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Collaborate and support the Engineering Department in analyzing train-related technical problems and faults and propose effective maintenance solutions.
• Guide and support the customer (e.g., Drivers and the technical fleet management) in resolving emergencies that arise during service operations.
• Support the customer in corrective maintenance execution by:
• Coaching and training the customer on the maintenance procedures, as outlined in the contractual agreement.
• Prepare trains for service through functional testing and applying train diagnostic methods, tools, and resources (e.g., Condition-Based Fault Monitoring (CFM), on-board computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guide and train system expertise. 
• Report all the defects identified during commercial services to facilitate the creation of service orders for defect resolution.

Maintenance Execution

• Troubleshoot and repair the Gibela Rolling Stock, in compliance with specified quality procedures and standards.
• Perform manual tasks and when required, work on powered up trains while strictly adhering to safety precautions and controls.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Quality procedures as specified by legislation and the company’s Health and Safety policies.
• Perform functional testing of the train to ensure readiness for service. Apply diagnostics tools, onboard computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guides and train system expertise to resolve root causes and defects.
• Conduct high speed testing and deploy trains to other depots as required.
• Attend regular team briefings to report on progress, address issues and highlight challenges encountered during the shift.
• Report accidents or incidents on a going basis.
• Drive company vehicles when required and applicable.
• Train and mentor new team members.
• Assist the Reliability team and the Field Engineer to understand the root causes of complex failures.
• Update the Service Execution System (SES) upon task completion.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 1 - 3 Years Maintenance and technical engineering experience preferably in the rail industry e.g. testing, use of tools and schematics.
• 2 Years troubleshooting experience.

Special Requirements

• Incumbent will be required to perform tasks at heights.
• Incumbent will be required to work overtime and shifts.
• Incumbent may be required to travel occasionally

Closing Date

• 1 April 2026

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Job Purpose

• To provide corrective technical maintenance support to the customer during the warranty period and ensure performance targets are achieved in line with customer requirements. Guide and assist the customer on corrective maintenance after the warranty period.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Collaborate and support the Engineering Department in analyzing train-related technical problems and faults and propose effective maintenance solutions.
• Guide and support the customer (e.g., Drivers and the technical fleet management) in resolving emergencies that arise during service operations.
• Support the customer in corrective maintenance execution by:
• Coaching and training the customer on the maintenance procedures, as outlined in the contractual agreement.
• Prepare trains for service through functional testing and applying train diagnostic methods, tools, and resources (e.g., Condition-Based Fault Monitoring (CFM), on-board computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guide and train system expertise. 
• Report all the defects identified during commercial services to facilitate the creation of service orders for defect resolution.

Maintenance Execution

• Troubleshoot and repair the Gibela Rolling Stock, in compliance with specified quality procedures and standards.
• Perform manual tasks and when required, work on powered up trains while strictly adhering to safety precautions and controls.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Quality procedures as specified by legislation and the company’s Health and Safety policies.
• Perform functional testing of the train to ensure readiness for service. Apply diagnostics tools, onboard computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guides and train system expertise to resolve root causes and defects.
• Conduct high speed testing and deploy trains to other depots as required.
• Attend regular team briefings to report on progress, address issues and highlight challenges encountered during the shift.
• Report accidents or incidents on a going basis.
• Drive company vehicles when required and applicable.
• Train and mentor new team members.
• Assist the Reliability team and the Field Engineer to understand the root causes of complex failures.
• Update the Service Execution System (SES) upon task completion.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 1 - 3 Years Maintenance and technical engineering experience preferably in the rail industry e.g. testing, use of tools and schematics.
• 2 Years troubleshooting experience.

Special Requirements

• Incumbent will be required to perform tasks at heights.
• Incumbent will be required to work overtime and shifts.
• Incumbent may be required to travel occasionally

Closing Date

• 1 April 2026

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Job Purpose

• To provide corrective technical maintenance support to the customer during the warranty period and ensure performance targets are achieved in line with customer requirements. Guide and assist the customer on corrective maintenance after the warranty period.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Collaborate and support the Engineering Department in analyzing train-related technical problems and faults and propose effective maintenance solutions.
• Guide and support the customer (e.g., Drivers and the technical fleet management) in resolving emergencies that arise during service operations.
• Support the customer in corrective maintenance execution by:
• Coaching and training the customer on the maintenance procedures, as outlined in the contractual agreement.
• Prepare trains for service through functional testing and applying train diagnostic methods, tools, and resources (e.g., Condition-Based Fault Monitoring (CFM), on-board computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guide and train system expertise. 
• Report all the defects identified during commercial services to facilitate the creation of service orders for defect resolution.

Maintenance Execution

• Troubleshoot and repair the Gibela Rolling Stock, in compliance with specified quality procedures and standards.
• Perform manual tasks and when required, work on powered up trains while strictly adhering to safety precautions and controls.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Quality procedures as specified by legislation and the company’s Health and Safety policies.
• Perform functional testing of the train to ensure readiness for service. Apply diagnostics tools, onboard computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guides and train system expertise to resolve root causes and defects.
• Conduct high speed testing and deploy trains to other depots as required.
• Attend regular team briefings to report on progress, address issues and highlight challenges encountered during the shift.
• Report accidents or incidents on a going basis.
• Drive company vehicles when required and applicable.
• Train and mentor new team members.
• Assist the Reliability team and the Field Engineer to understand the root causes of complex failures.
• Update the Service Execution System (SES) upon task completion.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 1 - 3 Years Maintenance and technical engineering experience preferably in the rail industry e.g. testing, use of tools and schematics.
• 2 Years troubleshooting experience.

Special Requirements

• Incumbent will be required to perform tasks at heights.
• Incumbent will be required to work overtime and shifts.
• Incumbent may be required to travel occasionally

Closing Date

• 1 April 2026

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Job Purpose

• To ensure efficient management of inventory and materials within the warehouse by maintaining stock levels, storing materials securely in an organized manner, and accurately tracking all incoming and outgoing materials.
• The role contributes to seamless supply chain activities, enhances productivity, and supports cost effective operations by overseeing the physical flow of materials (goods reception, warehousing, line-side replenishment, packaging, and shipping) while adhering to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards.

Warehouse Operations Management

• Adhere to health and safety regulations related to the storage and handling of materials to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries, including those involving hazardous substances or heavy equipment.
• Receive and check incoming stock against purchase orders.
• Maintain safe handling practices for tools and materials stored, contributing to a safer working environment.
• Store items in appropriate locations within the store or warehouse.
• Utilize inventory management software or databases to track stock and update inventory records.
• Contribute to assessments of warehouse operations and inventory management processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
• Manage waste from maintenance and warehouse operations, ensuring the proper disposal of hazardous materials or recycling where possible.
• Ensure the first-in, first-out (FIFO) or last-in, first-out (LIFO) inventory methods are used to minimize spoilage or obsolescence of items.
• Work to reduce losses due to damaged or expired consumables and theft through proper handling and security measures.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment and report any issues.
• follow effective reorder points and procedures to ensure the timely replenishment of stock on the lineside supply.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure an adequate supply and prevent shortages.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movements.
• Manage the storage of items to maximize space efficiency.
• Participate in team development and individual training programs to improve skills and knowledge related to inventory and warehouse management.
• Assist internal and external customers in obtaining materials and resolving any inquiries.
• Conduct regular inspections of incoming and outgoing materials to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and apply 5S housekeeping principles in the warehouse.
• Document any issues through the warehouse operation action list, such as damaged goods or discrepancies, incidents, or other issues, and follow company protocols to resolve them.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory using the company’s ERP system, including stock levels, orders, and receipts
• Update the missing part records with operations to monitor and track material in warehouse
• Receive incoming goods and verify their quantity and quality against purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate records of all inventory movements, including receipts and shipments.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Provide information about inventory availability.
• Ensure proper labeling and signage for easy access and identification.
• During loading and offloading, ensure the safe loading and unloading of materials, ensuring that goods are handled properly to prevent damage.
• Assist in internal and external audits relating to the warehouse by providing necessary documentation and facilitating inspections.
• Investigate and address any quality-related complaints or issues and implement problem-solving measures to ensure that root causes are identified during QRQC.
• Coordinate stock in transit and stock movement for intraplant material shipments.
• Assist in receiving indirect goods delivered physically to the warehouse.
• Contribute to identifying obsolete materials, slow-moving materials, duplicate materials, valuation split items, and items to be scrapped.
• Ensure compliance with reverse logistics processes, including handling quality nonconforming components, parts failed from trains, damaged components, obsolete items, retrofit components, repair loop processes, and in-house repair centre processes.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics or equivalent.
• 2 – 3 Years Warehousing experience including the receiving and dispatching of material and use of Warehouse Management Systems.
• Forklift or equivalent equipment license.
• SAPICS certification. (advantageous)
• 2 – 3 Years SAP ERP System knowledge. (advantageous)

Special Requirements

• Incumbent may be required to work overtime.

Closing Date

• 1 April 2026

go to method of application »

Job Purpose

• To provide corrective technical maintenance support to the customer during the warranty period and ensure performance targets are achieved in line with customer requirements. Guide and assist the customer on corrective maintenance after the warranty period.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Collaborate and support the Engineering Department in analyzing train-related technical problems and faults and propose effective maintenance solutions.
• Guide and support the customer (e.g., Drivers and the technical fleet management) in resolving emergencies that arise during service operations.
• Support the customer in corrective maintenance execution by:
• Coaching and training the customer on the maintenance procedures, as outlined in the contractual agreement.
• Prepare trains for service through functional testing and applying train diagnostic methods, tools, and resources (e.g., Condition-Based Fault Monitoring (CFM), on-board computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guide and train system expertise. 
• Report all the defects identified during commercial services to facilitate the creation of service orders for defect resolution.

Maintenance Execution

• Troubleshoot and repair the Gibela Rolling Stock, in compliance with specified quality procedures and standards.
• Perform manual tasks and when required, work on powered up trains while strictly adhering to safety precautions and controls.
• Comply with Health, Safety and Quality procedures as specified by legislation and the company’s Health and Safety policies.
• Perform functional testing of the train to ensure readiness for service. Apply diagnostics tools, onboard computerised equipment, working manuals, troubleshooting guides and train system expertise to resolve root causes and defects.
• Conduct high speed testing and deploy trains to other depots as required.
• Attend regular team briefings to report on progress, address issues and highlight challenges encountered during the shift.
• Report accidents or incidents on a going basis.
• Drive company vehicles when required and applicable.
• Train and mentor new team members.
• Assist the Reliability team and the Field Engineer to understand the root causes of complex failures.
• Update the Service Execution System (SES) upon task completion.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 1 - 3 Years Maintenance and technical engineering experience preferably in the rail industry e.g. testing, use of tools and schematics.
• 2 Years troubleshooting experience.

Special Requirements

• Incumbent will be required to perform tasks at heights.
• Incumbent will be required to work overtime and shifts.
• Incumbent may be required to travel occasionally

Closing Date

• 1 April 2026

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• Be in charge of all the Logistic teams: warehouse, logistic engineering and transport teams (Alstom employees or external - provider) for Nigel, Richards Bay, Port Elizabeth, Ermelo, Koodersport & Kimberly.
• Manage and optimize the logistic flows to always keep the physical and system flows aligned..

NETWORK & LINKS:

• EXTERNAL:  Suppliers, Third Party Logistic (3PL) & Logistics partners, Subcontractors
• INTERNAL:  Material planning, Planning, Sourcing, Finance, Quality, Industrialization, Environment Health Safety (EHS), Manufacturing

KEY PERFORMANCE AREA

• Timing and efficiency of periodic and intermittent deliverables.
• Accuracy and clarity of the information being produced.
• The completeness of the information being produced.
• Influence and improvement in financial performance for the unit.
• Demonstrate improvements made to working practices and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that employees operate in an environment that complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies:
• Know and follow all safety, environmental and emergency procedures
• Actively participate in all aspects of safety including reporting of near misses and meetings
• Ensure implementation of all standard processes & golden rules in compliance with Logistic Handbook
• Ensure optimization of warehousing, packaging, and physical flow according to Lean Manufacturing and QCDE (Quality Cost Delivery Environment Health & Safety) principles
• Ensure key users are in place to support critical processes and users (training, data corrections, system Key Performance Indicators (KPI))
• Ensure the ERP solution (Enterprise Resource Planning solution) is implemented, correctly used and guarantee the master data quality
• Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators (inventory accuracy, cycle counting performance)
• Ensure the inventory process is in compliance with Alstom standard rules (Delegation of Authority DOA, instruction)
• Ensure the deployment of APSYS (Alstom Transport Production System) roadmap by each Team

MANAGEMENT:

• Manage Jobs & Skills, Training & Qualification, Workforce, Staffing & organization, World Class Manufacturing network
• Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators and continuous improvement activity for logistics

OPERATIONAL ACTIVITIES:

• Ensure that Environment Health & Safety (EHS) rules are respected and promote EHS culture
• Ensure alignment between physical and system flows: no physical movement without system update
• Warehousing & Logistics: implement and run Logistics standards for physical material flow (goods reception, warehousing, picking, line feeding, inventory, and shipping)
• Optimize warehouse layouts, its internal flows and storage policy
• Ensure optimization of transportation flow & cost
• Manage C-Class* activity according to Alstom standard rules (C-Class is the outsourcing of the small parts management)
• Promote recycling activities: bin management and returnable packaging
• C Class is the outsourcing of the management of the small parts

FINANCE:

• Manage Budget for his department
• Respect the Delegation of Authority (DOA) rules regarding inventory reconciliations

In case of 3PL (logistic activities totally or partially outsourced):

Main responsibilities (towards 3PL):

• Ensure that the 3PL and his employees operates in an environment that complies with Alstom’s Health, Safety and Environmental policies
• Ensure that the 3PL works according to the conditions and service levels agreed in the contract
• Be the contact person between the Management of the 3PL and all other Alstom Departments;
• Manage any complaints or issues concerning the 3PL and escalate if required
• If the 3PL works in Alstom’s ERP, ensure that is correctly implemented and used by the 3PL
• Participate in all monthly, weekly and daily meetings with the 3PL
• Control and validate the 3PL’s KPI’s and invoices

Management (towards 3PL):

• Manage the 3PL Supplier according to his Performance: cooperate, motivate, gratify, or intervene and escalate when required
• Manage 3PLs that are in charge of the external stock (KPIs review, steering committee, manage costs, budget, invoices, define targets, monitor activities…)

Operational activities (towards 3PL):

• Guarantee follow-up and performance of 3PL activities through KPIs
• Analyse the Root Causes of any logistic issues and agree with the internal stakeholders and the Management of the 3PL on corrective actions. Follow up on these actions and participate in their realization

Qualifications And Special Certifications/Registration

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

MANDATORY:

• Graduated from Supply Chain / Engineering / Industrial
• English fluent mandatory

DESIRABLE:

• Knowledge of Industrial fields and/or Material Planning

EXPERIENCE

MANDATORY:

• Experience of mini 3-5 years in Logistics & Warehouse management
• Experience of mini 5 years in Team management

DESIRABLE:

• Knowledgeable of SAP (WM and IM modules)

EXPERIENCE

• Manage Hard Inventory volumes and costs through assessing anomalies in volume and costs in line with the annual Hard Inventory Budget.
• The Inventory Management experience has been increase to a minimum of 5 to 8 years
• Experienced in Financial Accounting, Management Control and Statutory Reporting.
• Previous experience of managing a team.
• Ability to influence, persuade and obtain commitment.
• Excellent Communication skills – written, verbal and listening.
• Self-motivated with drive, resilience and enthusiasm.
• Good Organisation, project management and decision making skills.
• IT skills - Excel, PowerPoint and word.  Experience of an ERP system would be preferable.
• Experience in tax related matters

COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Good communication, negotiation, leadership and initiative skills
• Strategic and methodical vision
• Good risk management and problem solving skills
• Agile, inclusive and responsible attitude
• Partnership attitude

WAYS OF WORKING BEHAVIOURS

• Accountability

• Controlling
• Empowerment
• Networking
• Sense Of Urgency
• Teamwork
• Transparency
• Negotiation Skills
• Trust
• Passion For Success