ENGINEERING FUTURES: IGNITE YOUR CAREER WITH SAINT-GOBAIN

Why do we need you?
Are you a recent engineering graduate ready to make your mark in the industry? Saint-Gobain is on the lookout for dynamic, motivated, and innovative minds to join our team! Here’s why you should consider this exciting opportunity and how you can contribute to our success:

• Mastering the tools of the trade by diving into learning and mastering operational tools and equipment. You’ll be the go-to person for assessing and troubleshooting, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Data-driven decision making by conducting in-depth research and provide analytics on market trends, cost projections, maintenance plans, and design concepts. Your insights will shape our strategies and future projects.
• Building networks by building strong working relationships with internal teams and proactively address their needs and collaborate to drive innovation and excellence.
• Technical expertise by offering your technical support on assigned projects , ensuring feasibility and delivering outstanding outcomes.
• Staying ahead of the curve by keeping up with the latest developments in your field, apply best practices and share your newfound knowledge with the broader team as Innovation is at the heart of what we do.

Is this job for you?

• Fresh Graduates Welcome: If you’ve recently earned your Bachelor of Science or Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering within the last two years, this role is designed just for you. We value your fresh perspective and enthusiasm, not extensive work experience.
• Passion Over Experience: While no work experience is required, we’re looking for individuals who are passionate about shaping processes and plants for exceptional performance. Your drive and academic excellence (65% or higher) will set you apart in our dynamic team.
• Communication & Tech Savvy: With a good command of written and spoken English and basic computer literacy (especially in MS Office applications), you’ll be ready to effectively interact and communicate with colleagues, contributing to impactful projects from day one.

To make sure nothing is forgotten
As a Graduate Engineer, your core responsibilities will include delivering specific tasks on assigned plant projects in collaboration with managers and project-based role players. You will handle machinery, investigate operational matters, estimate designs, apply technical problem-solving, and manage manufacturing tools. Your role involves providing technical support, participating in project meetings, preparing accurate reports, and presenting to senior leadership. Additionally, you will research market trends, build effective working relationships, and stay updated on industry developments to ensure best practices are applied.

A little more about us
Saint-Gobain Africa is a leading provider of innovative building materials and solutions, dedicated to enhancing the quality of living spaces across the continent. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, Saint-Gobain Africa offers a diverse range of products and services tailored to meet the unique needs of the African market. By leveraging its global expertise and local insights, the company plays a pivotal role in shaping the built environment, promoting energy efficiency, and driving economic growth in the region. Saint-Gobain Africa is focused on delivering high-performance solutions that contribute to the well-being and comfort of its customers.

Legal Statement
We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices

Benefits in joining us
Joining the Saint-Gobain Graduate Development Programme offers extensive career growth and professional development. You’ll gain hands-on experience through rotations and projects, comprehensive training including onboarding, functional skills, compliance training, and a project management learnership.The programme also includes a three-week global exposure for benchmarking and innovative solutions. You’ll benefit from networking opportunities through project presentations, networking, talent reviews, HR check-ins, and L&D focus groups. Increased retention rates, improved collaboration, and a more agile business environment contribute to a robust foundation for your career, making this programme an excellent opportunity for ambitious graduates.

Job Reference: SOA00301