Graduate in Training Programme

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About the Opportunity

At ABB, we help industries operate leaner and cleaner—and we believe progress is an expectation, not an option. As a global market leader, we’ll provide the support, tools, and opportunities you need to grow your career. It won’t always be easy—growing takes grit—but at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

The Graduate in Training Programme offers recent graduates the chance to gain hands-on experience and develop key skills within ABB’s dynamic teams. Although this position is currently part of ABB’s talent pipeline and not an immediate opening, applying now expresses your interest in future opportunities with ABB.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As a Graduate in Training, you will:

Gain knowledge and skills through vocational training while balancing learning between ABB and academic settings
Collaborate with internal teams to deliver effective solutions and implement process improvements
Monitor key operational metrics, track order statuses, and ensure on-time delivery
Identify trends and areas for improvement across processes and contribute ideas for enhancements
Follow instructions, practice new skills, and actively seek feedback for growth
Participate in regular meetings and training sessions to stay updated on ABB policies, procedures, and best practices

Possible Areas of Rotation

Depending on business needs, you could gain experience in areas such as:

Corporate Marketing & Communication: Branding, communications, and event management
Supply Chain Management or Logistics: Transport, trade, and supply chain operations
Human Resource Management: Employee lifecycle management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, and industrial relations
Finance or Accounting: Business controlling, accounts payable, and financial operations
Occupational Health & Safety: Health and safety campaigns, compliance, and risk management
Information Technology or Information Systems: Managing end-to-end technology systems and processes

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Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

- Recent university graduate with a BA or BCom degree in:

Finance / Accounting
Human Resources
Supply Chain Management
Health & Safety
Marketing & Communication

- No more than 2 years of working experience
- South African citizen only
- High-performing academic record (minimum 65% average throughout studies)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong problem-solving, creative thinking, and innovative mindset
- Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership potential, and a strong desire to learn and grow

What’s in it for You?

At ABB, we want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, energy, and ambition. We provide the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your career, and tackle challenges that make a real impact. Your work here creates results you can see and feel every day.