Jobs at Wabtec Corporation

• You will work closely with the materials planner and other project team members to ensure a seamless material supply to the repair line upon request.

How will you make a difference?

• As a member of the Service SA Team, you will be responsible for managing the flow of material into the locomotive repair line during our operations at the subcontractor facility. This role involves overseeing all aspects of material-related activities including inventory management, procurement and ensuring timely availability of material for the locomotive repair line. You will work closely with the materials planner and other project team members to ensure a seamless material supply to the repair line upon request.

What do we want to know about you?

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ working experience in a warehouse.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control and distribution functions.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong willingness to learn, improve and adapt.
• Ability to work productively, efficiently & effectively without supervision.
• Computer literate Excel, Word, Outlook

What will your typical day look like?

Job Responsibilities:

• Receiving, storing, and issuing various material assets: equipment, consumables, chemicals, parts, tools, etc., considering the most efficient use of warehouse space, facilitating and speeding up the assembly of necessary inventory items.
• Carrying out work to place inventory items within the warehouse.
• Verifying the compliance of received/dispatched inventory items (equipment, consumables, inventory, chemicals, etc.) with accompanying documents (receipt notes and certificates).
•  Moving inventory items to storage locations, sorting them by type, quality, purpose, and other criteria, operating an electric forklift.
• Picking material according to specified requests, ensuring accuracy and timelines.
• Receive incoming materials, inspect for quality, and verify against orders.
• Maintain organized and well-managed stock areas to facilitate easy access and inventory control.
• Conduct regular cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory levels and identify discrepancies.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure excellent housekeeping in the warehouse.
• Ensure parts are labelled and allocated to relevant bins/shelves and ensure material is packaged securely and properly for shipping.
• Operate a forklift.

Qualifications

Education:

• Must have a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
• Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain or related qualifications from an accredited institution.
   

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• You will work closely with the materials planner and other project team members to ensure a seamless material supply to the repair line upon request.

How will you make a difference?

• As a member of the Service SA Team, you will be responsible for managing the flow of material into the locomotive repair line during our operations at the subcontractor facility. This role involves overseeing all aspects of material-related activities including inventory management, procurement and ensuring timely availability of material for the locomotive repair line. You will work closely with the materials planner and other project team members to ensure a seamless material supply to the repair line upon request.

What do we want to know about you?

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ working experience as a planner or in Supply chain relative role
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control and distribution functions.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong willingness to learn, improve and adapt.
• Ability to work productively, efficiently & effectively without supervision.
• Computer literate Excel, Word, Outlook, Oracle

What will your typical day look like?

Job Responsibilities:

• Collects the necessary technical and economic information required to develop material supply plans for parts Kitting
• Plans and orders materials to fulfill the plan.
• Regularly updates the material supply status, line of balance , expedites urgent orders, and cancels outdated orders.
• Creates, maintains, and stores a planning information database, and updates reference and regulatory information used for data processing
• Sets parameters in ERP systems (Oracle, etc.), including safety stocks, minimum order quantities, and automatic ordering (SS, MOQ, Reorder Point, etc.). Monitors and controls these parameters and updates them based on collected data on material consumption and availability, including materials in transit
• Works with cross-functional teams to monitor material availability, plan orders, and identify potential solutions and resolve issues.
• Conducts regular analysis of out-of-stock items at the Repair Facility warehouse and implements corrective actions to maintain this metric.
• Regularly analyzes material overruns and provides timely information to the operations team to identify causes and forecast future material consumption.

Qualifications

Education:

• Must have a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
• Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain or related qualifications from an accredited institution

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Primary Purpose of Role:

• To assemble, fit, test, and inspect mechanical and electrical components across OEM and Customer Service areas in accordance with technical instructions and quality standards, ensuring products operate safely, correctly, and meet production requirements. This includes faultfinding and analysis, compiling technical reports, and dismantling and reassembling returned customer units as required. Operator will be working shifts (1 weekday, 1 weeknight), overtime and weekends as and when required

Primary Objectives:

• Adhere to Wabtec’s Health and safety, environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedure at times
• Positions and aligns parts in specified relationship to each other in jig, fixture, or another holding device.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to productivity, quality and cost, and on-time delivery.
• Crimps, stakes, screws, bolts, rivets, welds, solders, cements, press fits, or performs similar operations to join or secure parts in place, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Connects component led wires to printed circuit or routes and connects wires between individual component leads and other components, connectors, terminals, and contact points, using soldering, or related bonding procedures and equipment.
• Assembles and attaches hardware, such as caps, clamps, knobs, and switches, to assemblies.
• Performs on-line go-no-go testing and inspection, using magnifying devices, measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment, to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• May perform assembly operations under microscope or another magnifying device.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and record results!
• Study, shop drawings and design for sound mechanical & electrical engineering practice and conformance with established safety and design criteria and recommend approval or disapproval.
• Build, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical/electrical instruments or testing equipment on site or off site.
• Analyse and interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.
• Manage accurate consumables stock levels.
• Conduct minor factory maintenance, improvement, and production cell setup & relocation activities.
• Fill out daily job activities and daily tasks completed in relations to production targets.
• Work with international partners online via “TEAMS” to troubleshoot and conduct assembly and testing of components, develop reports as needed.

Essential work skills

• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures including Quality Assurance and safety.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislations
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound verbal and written communication skills·  
• Valid driver’s license – Code 8 advantageous.

Person Specification

• High standard of numeracy, accuracy with attention to detail
• A team player with flexible approach and a willingness to learn.
• Willing to mentor and coach junior technicians.
• A self-starter who is proactive and can set and achieve goals.
• Strong organizational skills
• Hard working with a proven track record of skilled, hands-on trade related experience required.
• Punctual and good work ethics

Qualifications

Formal Education/Training

• Qualified artisan (Trade Fitter, Electrician).
• Pneumatics and Electrical experience in a factory setting and-or on fault finding and repairs preferred.
• Exposure to the Railway Rolling stock will be an advantage.
• Previous experience in Wabtec assembly lines will be an advantage  

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About the Role

• We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our finance team in Johannesburg. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial reporting under IFRS and US GAAP, strong internal controls aligned to SOX, and effective financial operations across general ledger, fixed assets, inventory, and compliance.
• You will work closely with internal stakeholders, shared services teams, and auditors, playing a key role in month-end close, statutory reporting, and control assurance within a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Month-End Close

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries in line with IFRS and group accounting policies
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end close, including opening and closing of accounting periods
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items
• Support preparation of financial information for management and statutory reporting

Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Ensure AR and AP transactions are accurately processed and reconciled to the general ledger
• Review and authorize payments in accordance with company approval limits
• Process foreign currency revaluations and provisions for doubtful debts
• Support expense claim processing and supplier payment accuracy

Fixed Assets & Inventory

• Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and ensure all assets are capitalized, tagged, and depreciated correctly
• Post monthly depreciation journals in line with IAS 16
• Monitor inventory transactions and ensure valuation complies with IAS 2
• Support periodic stock counts and investigation of inventory variances

Compliance, SOX & Audit

• Execute and document control activities in line with SOX requirements
• Support quarterly SOX testing and provide audit evidence
• Assist with internal and external audit processes
• Identify control gaps and support remediation actions

Intercompany & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Perform intercompany reconciliations and confirmations
• Collaborate with shared services teams (R2R, AR, AP) to ensure quality and accuracy
• Engage with operational teams to resolve transactional issues impacting financial reporting

BBBEE & Local Statutory Support

• Prepare quarterly BBBEE reconciliations per supplier
• Support annual BBBEE verification by providing accurate spend data, NPAT forecasts, and supporting documentation

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a 3-year Diploma in Accounting
• 3–5 years’ experience in a financial accounting role, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment

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• The Industrial Engineering Manager will lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations and supply chain using Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation. Drive process optimization, skills development, and strategic planning to enhance productivity, quality, and compliance.

What will your typical day look like?

• Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste and improve productivity
• Analyze processes to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements
• Develop and implement standardized work and SOPs
• Lead SQDIP and value stream reviews with plant teams
• Implement process improvements aligned with PFMEA standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally to promote continuous improvement
• Track performance through KPIs and metrics
• Drive automation and digital transformation initiatives
• Support new product introductions and technology transfers
• Ensure compliance with GMP, CPA, and quality systems
• Conduct audits and implement corrective actions
• Report performance insights to senior leadership
• Plan long-term resource requirements (facilities, equipment, workforce)
• Lead change management and adoption of new processes
• Develop training plans and support continuous learning

What do we want to know about you?

• Tertiary Qualification (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial), and/or Engineering
• Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Project Management
• Proven experience in process mapping and methodology optimization.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles.
• Experience in developing and optimizing standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ability to analyze workflows and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills