Glencore Coal SA Graduate Development Program

Glencore; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global diversified natural resource company is offering a Graduate Development Program in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga. The program includes a 36-month fixed-term contract with rotations across the business, focusing on both technical and behavioral development. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and demonstrate outstanding academic performance. Preference will be given to local residents.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have an outstanding academic record.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and learn is essential.
• Preference for applicants from local communities with proof of residence.

Responsibilities

• Provide exposure to various aspects of the discipline through rotations.
• Develop technical and behavioral skills across the program.
• Gain practical experience from assignments and workshops.

Skills

Learning orientation

Teamwork

Rule orientation

Education

Relevant degree

Outstanding academic record

Job description

Job Title

Glencore Coal SA Graduate Development Program

Job Location

Mpumalanga, Emalahleni

Deadline

November 1, 2025

About the Company

Glencore is one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies. Our global network comprises more than 90 offices located in over 50 countries, with more than 150 mining and metallurgical sites, offshore oil production assets, farms and agricultural facilities. Our strategy is to maintain and build upon our position as a leading integrated producer and marketer of commodities worldwide. We employ over 150,000 employees and contractors, who collectively work to deliver our strategy and support our values of safety, integrity, responsibility, openness, simplicity, and entrepreneurialism. It’s these people that we value above all else. They are our greatest asset.

Program Overview

The Graduate Development Program is designed to provide extensive exposure to various aspects of your discipline, preparing you to take up a substantive role and grow your career in the business/industry.

Program Details

• A fixed‑term contract of 36 months.
• Exposure to various aspects of your discipline with rotation across different parts of the business.
• Development in both technical and behavioural aspects.
• Emphasis on practical exposure, learning from experienced professionals through assignments, coaching, and attending relevant courses and workshops.

Eligibility Criteria

• Relevant degree.
• Outstanding academic record.
• Learning orientation, rule orientation, and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Preference will be given to applicants residing in the local communities where Glencore Coal Operations South Africa are located (Nkangala District of the Mpumalanga province – proof of residence to be submitted with application).