Job Vacancies at Alstom

Purpose of the Job:

The purpose of this job is to manage the Manufacturing short term planning (GANTT), the SPC team and control the daily operations on the production line, as well as manage all line supply integration issues between Planning, Production, Quality, NCR, Logistics and Procurement. so that they are manufactured on time in accordance with the Master Production Schedule/Repairs Schedule. This is a key support function for manufacturing. The position will report to Head of Supply Chain.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• The SPC Manger is responsible for managing the effectiveness of the link between Manufacturing, industrial planning, PrSCL, Procurement, logistics and manufacturing to ensure on time execution of operations
• Give feedback to procurement team regarding short term supply issues (missing parts, non-conformity, …)
• The SPC Manager is accountable for ensuring that the Serial Production Coordinators manage the launching and controlling of Work Orders / Service Orders according to the MPS  
• On a daily basis, coordinate with logistic daily, procurement and quality to allow the manufacturing team to produce as per the plan.
• SPC Manager is responsible for highlighting short term production risks with respect to Man, Method, Method and Machine and propose action plan.
• Manage at project starting, initialize all line feeding flows. Lead production line integration.
• Check plan orders readiness to ensure work orders can be launch on time and analyze exception messages of the MRP.
• Follow-up daily the progress of Work Orders through close exchanges with EPU/Line managers and provide visibility on materials availability for task sequences.
• Ensure that priorities as planned in the MPS are clearly displayed and updated at shopfloor level (visual management) - Alert the planning team/supply chain manager about issues impacting plan execution (missing parts, quality issues, production stoppage, technical data).
•  Analyze deviations with manufacturing, PME and Quality, and propose short term recovery actions in order to catch-up the committed plan Provide the line-feeding priorities visibility to the logistics team in order to secure the production.
• Secure the internal production flows by monitoring production of sub-assemblies, Review and propose efficient Line feeding Flows to maximize productivity on the shopfloor.
• Follow-up subcontracted operations and ensure their execution on time in collaboration with procurement/logistics/production.
• Check data accuracy related to BOM/Routings in collaboration with Logistics and Industrialization - Collaborate with quality team in order to prioritize incoming inspection and quality issues priorities - Contribute to the footprint updates needs with Logistics methods.
• Manage the information workflow of work orders: job release, production time recording (COGI), material consumption and shipment process to customer for compo/sig sites (in collaboration with logistics and/or ERP team).
• Follow-up customer deliveries complaints and assist with closing the NCR
• Contribute to minimize the product throughput time and maintain optimum WIP - During project closure, participate to inventories to secure last manufacturing takt times
• Respect EHS rules and involved in SOV (safety observation visits) .
• Support the Master Production specialists in their activities, follow critical topics in detail with them.
• Contribute to the APSYS roadmap related actions regarding industrial planning topics.
• Manage Buffer Stock Policy of and Size Inventory Levels.

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in industrial Engineering/ Logistics/ Supply Chain
• Experience in industrial planning .3 – 5 Years at Supervisory/Junior Management level
• Experience in production scheduling/sequencing or operational supply chain with relevant usage of ERP (ideally SAP) in a manufacturing environment
• Team Management experience
• Knowledgeable of industrial planning, logistics, inventory management, procurement

Technical Competencies

• Good knowledge of MRP and Production Scheduling tools
• Good knowledge of MPS Kinaxis (RS Site)
• Good knowledge of excel
• Good level of data analysis and reporting
• Basics on lean tools (5S)

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Purpose:

Responsible for stacking laminations of Stator Frame, Cage Rotor and final assembly of traction motors
Main activities are mechanical fitting.
Perform complete assemblies to the specified Quality, Cost and Delivery requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Stacking laminations on cage rotor and stator frame.
• Able to follow the instructions when operating the machines. Oven settings/lamination presser/brazing machines.
• Fit and assemble all parts/items following the technical WIS & Special process requirements.
• Welding blocking segments according to the technical instructions & Special process specifications
• Certain of the activities entail:
• Lamination stacking and hot product expanding/shrinking.
• Alignment of the copper bars on the cage rotor and cleaning bars and rings with a metal brush.
• Preparation (alignment / cleaning) and quenching.
• Perform balancing on the assembled cage rotor using the machine.
• Repair non-conformities (geometry, visual aspect in relation with the criteria) by following the prescribed repair specification.
• Perform self- inspections for quality checks.
• Adhere to continuous improvement processes and teamwork.  
• Reporting any problems to your direct supervisor/EPU manager for assistance.
• Performing other duties as requested by the EPU manager.
• Detecting and anticipating simple manufacturing anomalies, as well as more complex defects.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science or N3 Certificate with technical Mathematics and Science
• Previous experience working in a semi-skilled level mechanical fitting.
• Perform first level of inspection on all machines /hand tools &  lifting equipment before use.
• Ability to operate  overhead crane for assembly operations and move the product with pallet stacker.
• Ability to operate power tools, lifting equipment, drill machines, portable grinders and other hand tools related to the job requirement.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply technical drawings (work instructions, welding parameters, safety instructions etc.)
• Working knowledge of EN/ISO welding standards (EN ISO 9606-1, EN 15085, ISO 3834) is an added advantage
• Familiar / experienced with the use of jigs & fixtures

Additional Requirements:

• Must be physical fit with good eyesight and hearing.
• Must be able to work shifts and overtime when required.
• Can assembly components with the desired levels of quality.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and crane usage.
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions.
• Should be technically minded and practical.
• Good Interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) (English).
• Concentration, rigor, sense of responsibility / organization, motivation, dexterity, autonomy, curiosity about learning the job, respect for instructions, professional conscience and team spirt.

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Purpose of the Job 

To develop and implement the learning and development strategy and ensure alignment of the learning value chain with  business objectives and priorities. Ensure the integration of development initiatives with the Human Resources strategy.

Responsibilities and objectives

Develop best practices and drive implementation of future-fit learning solutions and organisational capabilities.

• Design process flows to enhance learning methods and systems.
• Design appropriate learning and development solutions to close competency gaps and maximise ROI.
• Review organisational capabilities and drive learning future-fit interventions.
• Use analytics and trends to ensure internal interventions are aligned with best practices.

Aligning learning and development plans with key strategic thrusts

• Develop and implement the learning and development strategy, policies, and procedures in compliance with legislation and to support business objectives.
• Conduct learning needs analysis to identify individual and organisational gaps.
• Ensure learning interventions are aligned with the competency framework and organisational priorities.

Develop learning solutions to support talent development and functional learning

• Develop and implement the coaching and mentorship programme.
• Facilitate the development and consolidation of development plans based on skills matrix, career pathways and succession planning.
• Responsible for the graduate development programme from inception to implementation.
• Coordinate leadership development programs ensuring that these address leadership competency gaps and support talent management.

Development flagship programs to support succession pipelines

• Develop and roll out the apprenticeship programme.
• Manage the certification and/or accreditation of specified learning interventions or programmes as per contract requirements.
• Manage the internal and external study assistance/bursar program.
• Steer a culture of coaching and mentoring through relevant programs.

Governance and Compliance

• Oversee the skills audits to identify learning gaps and develop interventions.
• Accountable for TETA reporting – workplace skills plans (WSP) and annual training report (ATR).
• Manage TETA commitments (Discretionary grants) and provide line of sight on TETA grant claims.
• Ensure knowledge management controls are in place and audit findings are closed.
• Develop a risk and compliance framework for the organisation to control and mitigate skill scarcity.
• Ensure policies and procedures are aligned with legislation.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of learning interventions through metrics and other forms of data analytics.
• Ensure monthly/quarterly/annual reporting to internal or external stakeholders

People Management

• Ensure that the Learning and Development team is fully resourced to deliver on the learning plan.
• Monitor team performance and develop competencies to drive high performance.
• Drive team behaviour to ensure company values are adhered to.
• Implement a talent pipeline and ensure mentorship plans are in place.
• Support the wider HR team with ad-hoc projects.

Financial Management

• Coordinate the payments of grants and allocations.
• Compile annual budget and report on expenditure monthly.

Stakeholder Management

• Manage the Skill Development commitments as per contract.
• Integrate and review the full training plan for the project.
• Source and Manage service providers and draw up service level agreements.
• Source Learning solutions and service providers where required according to specified needs 
• Business understanding and desired knowledge/experience

Minimum education required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related
• Post Graduate Degree or equivalent in HR or training related qualification
• Minimum 10 - 15 years previous experience in a similar role in a construction / manufacturing / engineering environment

Minimum experience required

• Minimum 5 years Managerial experience

Profile:

• Knowledge of training methods, systems, and techniques
• Financial Management
• Knowledge of legislation
• Standardisation of practices across different sites
• Relations and processes for training accreditations
• Coaching / Mentoring qualification an advantage
• Heavy and broad training / Technology Transfer Management
• Multilingual in indigenous languages is advantageous
• Knowledge of railway industry is advantageous
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact and build positive and sound relationships across all levels
• Report Writing skills
• Competencies: good decision making skills, detail orientated, organized, development attitude, customer focused and service orientated, assertive and self-starter and strong mentoring skills,  results driven, active listening skills, strong problem solving and root cause identification skills, operational effectiveness and accountability, collaboration and teamwork

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Purpose of the Job 

To drive the organisation’s OD agenda and shape initiatives to support the Human Capital strategy, ensuring that the employer brand and the employee experience continuously drive value for employees and the business. Design and develop interventions that enhance employee performance and optimise the organisation’s talent management philosophy.

Responsibilities and objectives

Organisational Design and Workforce Planning

• Accountable for the design of organisational structures and related spans of control to optimise productivity and enhance levels of accountability.
• Develops and implement the strategic workforce plan and ensure that the plan is fully integrated with the talent plan.
• Design methods and processes integrating organisational design with the medium to long-term talent sourcing approaches.

Change Management

• Design organizational change initiatives and ensure alignment with the organisation-wide transformation framework.
• Facilitate change interventions and drive implementation of action plans.
• Lead organisational culture initiatives and ensure that recommendations improve employee engagement and retention.
• Design tools and methods to assess organisational readiness for change.

Design Frameworks and Methodologies

• Focal point for the HR Centre of Expertise identifying trends and developing methodologies and workflows to drive improvements.
• Establishes best practices with relevant analytics and dashboards to enhance the employee experience.
• Develops the total employee/employer offering as part of the EVP model to enhance total rewards.
• Drives processes and interventions to diagnose and address gaps related to inequalities, diversity, and inclusion.
• Driving forward the improvement of employee performance and the building of a strong and rigorous development culture.

Talent Management

• Develops and drive the talent management strategy to ensure that the organisation has a skilled and competent workforce.
• Develops employer branding initiatives from a talent perspective and collaborate with other internal stakeholders to profile the business to become an employer of choice.
• Ensures that the Competency Framework is aligned with organisational values and supports the leadership development interventions.
• Drives the talent philosophy and processes that enhance talent engagement.
• Collaborates with the HR Business Partners in the planning of talent reviews and implementation of action plans.

Performance Management

• Provide insights in the design and implementation of the performance cycle improvements (e.g., competency frameworks and 360-degree feedback, etc)
• Develops methods and/or approaches to create a culture of high-performance.
• Collaborate with the Learning and Development team to build a coaching culture.

Project Management and Reporting

• Compile and submit Monthly Reports on projects and other OD related initiatives.
• Monitor trends and data related to organisation development using workforce analytics and qualitative data analysis, reporting insights to the leadership team and the wider HR network.
• Initiate and drive projects aligned with the HR Strategy and assessed organisational needs.

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinates the organisation’s participation in external surveys and with accreditation bodies to profile specific initiatives (e.g Investors in People, Healthy Workplace Charter etc).
• Facilitates focus group session with the leadership team to give insights and strategic direction on specific initiatives.
• Builds partnerships and communicates with internal and external stakeholders including trade unions on performance, engagement, or skills related interventions.

Flexibility

• The role holder may be required to undertake additional or alternative tasks and projects as the needs of the business dictate, provided they are within the individual’s capabilities and skills sets.

Core Competencies

• Problem Solving - Assesses relevant information using abstract ideas to understand complex issues and reach solutions to complex problems.
• Customer Focus - Focuses own and team’s efforts on delivering a quality and committed service. Gathers a variety of data to evaluate quality standards.
• Evidence Base - Ability to evaluate and provide unique insight and strategic advice on overarching trends, customer behaviour and other cost drivers affecting Gibela.

Technical Skills Description

• Application of diagnostic tools at individual, team, and organisation level
• Facilitation of small and large group, individual feedback, team, and organisation level development sessions, formal and informal. Organisation Design Skills, Evaluation skills.
• Design systems that facilitate trust and improved performance assess a company's approach to leadership and overall vision.
• Assess the results of interventions and make mindful recommendations to clients/Business Partners.
• Translate issues into answerable questions.
• Explore and present stakeholder needs with a business focus.
• Challenges senior managers to adopt performance-driven cultures that embrace the guiding principles

Leadership 

• Creates processes or methods to boost the confidence of internal or external stakeholders in the present and future success of their own team, unit, or organisation (or in their own capacity to succeed).
• Collaborative - Works with team to embed a culture of partnership working in their area of the business. Builds relationships with colleagues in similar positions across the business,

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Business understanding and desired knowledge/experience

Minimum education required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related
• Post Graduate Degree or equivalent in HR or training related qualification

Minimum experience required

• Minimum 5 years OD Managerial experience
• Experience as an HR Generalist

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To assist welding operators during the course of production activities (WPS, WPQR, mock-ups, sub-assemblies, welding control & supervision) railway applications. In-line inspection before, during and after welding
• To train welding operators on the requirements of products
• Train and evaluate welding operators during qualification and at the beginning of the production phase
• Perform inspections before, during and after welding

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  

• Be proactive in the EHS risk situation
• To use the safety equipment and rules defined
• Evaluate new welders and to define the necessary development plan to have the skills at right level
• Participate to welder’s review and to evaluate autonomy level of operators
• Reinforce the welding knowledge of operators identified during the welder review
• Understanding and application of specifications and standards of products
• Welding qualification with welding school (management of welding qualifications)
• Reinforce training (general or individual) in case of welding quality level decreasing
• To realize welding mock-up requested by welding coordination
• To work on manufacturing welding activities on bogie frame, according to the specification and standard in place
• Participate on the working area studies
• To be a proactive participant to transversal action in continuous improvement
• Process as P-FMEA, APSYS, SWIP, 5S, Team 5 min meeting

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Qualified Artisan as Welder or Boilermaker (Red Seal)
• Welding Inspector Level 1 or any other formalised welding training
• Visual Inspection Level 1 will be added advantage

Experience

Mandatory:

• 5 years minimum as a welding operator in a welding production
• Knowledge of EN/ISO standards (EN ISO 9606, EN ISO 15085, ISO 3834, ISO 9712)
• Technical and behavioural skills / competencies
• Knowledge of welding processes
• Knowledge of NDT methods
• Knowledge of welding imperfections

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The APSYS Specialist will drive and coordinate locally with all métier the APSYS (Alstom Performance System) roadmap.
APSYS Deployment - Animate, coordinate and challenge improvement actions to reach APSYS targets defined with each métier based on APSYS roadmaps using APSYS toolbox to deliver operational performance & develop local best practices that will be share with the steering committee/Site committee.

Key accountabilities:

APSYS Deployment:

• Work with Site MD/OPS Manager on strategic transformation using site SQCD objectives and APSYS roadmap.
• Train people on APSYS program, methodologies and tools in his site / project.
• Support each department in APSYS deployment by providing on field expertise on lean & continuous improvement tools
• Facilitate and coordinate all improvement actions to reach APSYS targets defined with each métier based on APSYS roadmaps
• Consolidate and report deployment status to Site MD/OPS Manager and APSYS Central team

APSYS assessment:

• Is responsible of self-assessment consolidation and APSYS assessment week / support mission’s preparation (logistics,  accommodation, agenda, people availability …)
• Perform APSYS assessments in other sites / projects

APSYS Network

• Participate to APSYS events (webinars, APSYS award...)
• Contribute as trainer to global training program deployment (eg: TrAMway, Quality Animation, etc) in other sites / projects
• Share good practices & benchmarks (internal / external) within APSYS network)
• Performance measurements:
• Successful Lean impact on the métier
• Progress from Y-1 to Y on APSYS maturity
• Site KPI improvement

MAIN REQUIRED COMPETENCES

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

• Diploma in technical/engineering
• 2- 3 years experince 

Desirable:

• high energy, high exposure, international travel
• Master lean principles (5S, Standard, Gemba, VSM, problem solving, performance and kaizen mindset)

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To monitor and ensure compliance of the subcontractor with T&C Work Package commitments and EHS requirements for the given project

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES  

Responsibilities

• Managing/supervising PI team members as well as supervision of TE testing staff during fault finding when required.
• To lead fault finding activities when PI and TE testing staff are unable to resolve issues in testing.
• To raise T&C related faults with the appropriate engineering
• To train new technicians and engineers on the T&C process.

Responsible for :

• Validation of the locomotive testing process by reviewing completed SOPs against specifications, Supervision of TE test staff and Alstom test staff during Serial testing
• To encourage and roll out projects to improve locomotive systems and component reliability and quality to all stakeholders
• To ensure Maximo work orders are raised for material changeouts
• To manage PI containment stock used during T&C activities To ensure QG6 is carried out by TE and/or Alstom testing staff to certify that locomotives are accepted in testing at the highest quality
• To pronounce T&C “Go/No Go” decision, within the specified SOP framework with Alstom and TE stakeholders: -at milestone “Hand-Over from manufacturing to testing” -at milestone vehicle ex-works release preparation phase
• To create and update T&C documentation (tests programs, tests description, acceptance criteria, jigs and special tools, records, associated workload and workstation organisation (TAKT) based on contractual and design technical requirements.
• To comply with project’s T&C commitments, acting as Work Package Owner, in compliance with the locomotive production process.
• Efficient and transparent interface with the Warranty Implementation teams working in customer’s depots.
• Ensures EHS is fully considered in project T&C scope.
• Reports Deviations, Near-misses and Accidents.
• To capture and report non conformities and ensuring they are properly managed and closed, liaising with engineering, validation, RAMS, manufacturing and site Quality.

People Management:

• Manage a team of people in terms of the full scope of Human Resource applications (i.e. Jobs & Skills, Training & Qualification, Workforce, Staffing & organization)
• Manage the end to end People Management and People Review cycle for the area of responsibility
• Manage all employee relations and labour relations matter in relations to the area of responsibility
• Ensure that the team complies to all policies and procedure
• Deploy and comply with all applicable policies and procedures in terms of people management
• Responsible for employee relations at site level

Educational Requirements

Mandatory:

• Minimum B.Eng/B.Sc (Electrical/Mechanical) Engineering

Desirable:

• M.Eng/M.Sc (Electrical/Mechanical) Engineering

Experience

Mandatory:

• Minimum 10 years experience in the related field and industry
• Rolling stock maintenance or Rolling stock test and commissioning experience is a must
• Electrical and electronic systems advance knowledge
• Pneumatic and mechanical systems advance knowledge
• Rolling stock application software experience
• Maximo competency / GSI Knowledge
• Railway HSE rules working knowledge

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Job Requirements

• The job involves frequent mobility, with work in several depots, and at times on the train corridors.
• To carry out technical support and maintenance on 24/7 shift & on-call basis (night, day, weekend)

Educational Requirements

• Minimum National S4 Diploma. qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Able to communicate affectively across all levels. English fluency

Desired Knowledge / Experience

Minimum experience required:

• Industrial background with 2 to 3 years’ experience preferably in the railway industry or
• Technical background with 2 to 3 years’ experience preferably in the railway industry

Profile :

• Flexible and Adaptable. Can adapt to new ideas, new issues.
• Conscientious. Meets proposed deadlines with ability to work under pressure.
• Team Player. Supports team members, Spirit of “Team Trust Action”.
• Desire to learn and develop.
• Decisive. Obtains and uses necessary information to make decisions. Refers decision to others when appropriate.
• Ability to Coach Others. Occasionally share skills/information to others.
• Self-Motivation. Is inspired by the job in hand and inspires others to achieve agreed goals.
• Logical and organized.
• Autonomous

Measurement

• Achievement of QCD Commitments and EHS.
• Demonstrate good understanding of customer- supplier relationship. 
• Respect of EHS and Quality policies.
• Continuous improvement of tasks executions.
• Technical performance for customer corrective and preventative team
• 24 hours repairs for any defect upon receiving the train for repairs.
• Right Diagnosis of the repair to be done to solve the defects.
• Root cause investigation of complex failures.
• Understanding of the Train sub-systems and reading of train schematics.
• Ability to train and coach the customer technicians on fault finding.
• Autonomy, Spirit of “Team Trust Action”
• Help desk Measurement.

Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Support/Interface with Engineering Department for the analysis of all data coming from the field for the purposes of resolution of technical problem on the on trains.
• Reporting of all the anomalies found in commercial service and organization of the same in official reports to be sent to all company function • Interface with the customer and the technical fleet management to deal with all emergencies possible arising during the commercial service.
• Support the customer in corrective and preventive maintenance execution by:
• Coaching and training the customer on executing maintenance task, following procedures delivered by Gibela Engineering team upon request.
• Answering to all requests addressed by the customer – by call or directly at technical support desk.
• Train preparation, all levels of diagnostic on trains/CFM or use of on-board computerized equipment/working manuals, troubleshooting guide and train system knowledge.

Maintenance Execution

• Troubleshoot and repair the GIBELA Rolling Stock, in line with specified Quality procedures. This will require Manual work and sometimes working on powered up trains in a safe and controlled manner.
• Carry out such work in accordance with strict Health & Safety procedures as laid down by legislation and the Company Health & Safety policies.
• Carry out train preparation, all levels of diagnostic and work arising involving the use of onboard computerized equipment/working manuals, troubleshooting guides and train system knowledge.
• Undertake other duties as specified by the Depot Manager.
• Adhere to Company procedures especially in relation to Quality and Health & Safety.
• Attend regular team briefings
• Read reports and manuals as and when required.
• Report accidents/incidents, and the work done to repair the Trains.
• Drive company vehicles when required and applicable
• Obtain and maintain a Depot Track Competence license.
• Train new members of the team.
• Assist the Reliability team and the Field Engineer to understand the root cause of complex failures.

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Purpose of the Job

• Receive, Store, Pack and deliver material to ensure project satisfaction (material availability). In charge of physical material flow (goods reception, warehousing, line replenishment, packaging, shipping)

Objectives

• Apply EHS rules
• Inventory accuracy
• Reception / packaging time
• Apply Warehouses processes
• Line replenishment lead time

Requirements

• Grade 12 or N3 Certificate
• 3-4 years’ experience working in stores
• Valid Fork-Lift Truck certification
• IT literate with knowledge of Word, Excel

Responsibilities

• Apply the businesses’ processes and best practices in the following areas:
• Reception
• Stores
• Operation line replenishment
• Inventory counting
• Packaging
• Shipment
• IT tools for Warehouses
• Apply the appropriate methodologies to improve the performance of the Warehouses and Operation delivery (APSYS)
• Apply rules to operate in an environment that complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies

Key Performance Indicators:

• Inventory accuracy
• Reception / packaging time
• Line replenishment lead time
• Customer service level

Candidate requirements

Behavioral and Technical Skills / Competencies                                                                                  

• Able to communicate in English
• Dynamic able to anticipate and organise, while being able to manage emergencies
• 3-4 years’ experience working as storeman
• Planning & Organising. Prioritises day-to-day workload
• Flexible and Adaptable. Can adapt to new ideas
• Team Player. Supports team members