Graduate Programme - T&C Technician 1

ALSTOM; Nigel; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail transport company is seeking motivated graduates for the Graduate Programme: Test Technician. This 12-month program offers hands-on experience in various manufacturing sites to develop technical and non-technical skills. Ideal candidates are South African citizens aged 18-35, with a National Diploma in Electrical. The program aims to enhance communication and teamwork while ensuring product quality in a dynamic environment. Apply with your CV and certified documents before 11 February 2026.

Qualifications

• South African citizen between 18 and 35 years of age.
• No previous work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Gain valuable skills in transport rail manufacturing.
• Work in various teams within the environment.
• Maintain product quality and compliance with standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills in English

MS Office literate

Education

National Diploma in Electrical

B-Tech/Advanced Diploma/BEngTech: Electrical Eng

Job description

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Vacancy

Graduate Programme: Test Technician X6

Appointments will be made in line with the company's employment equity plan. People with Disability are encouraged to apply.

Gibela’s journey is intrinsically tied to a vision of socio-economic transformation, one that recognises the central role of passenger rail in propelling the South African economy forward. As we embark on this mission, we stand at the crossroads of opportunities and progress, where the revitalisation of commuter rail serves as a cornerstone for building a brighter future.

Gibela stands as Africa’s largest train manufacturing and passenger trains maintenance company, holding steadfast to its commitment to spearheading the revival of the South African railway sector. With a transformative vision, Gibela endeavoured to catalise the shift towards commuter rail as the preferred mode of transport for urban communities.

We invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for Graduate Programme: Test Technician X6 position under Testing and Commissioning The position will report Senior EPU Manager and is based at Dunnottar.

Job Purpose

Gibela Transport Rail invites motivated, dynamic and recently qualified graduates to apply for a 12 month Graduate Programme. The successful candidates will be based at our various manufacturing sites Nigel (Ekurhuleni) and Wolmerton (Pretoria North).

Key Responsibilities / Outputs

• 12-month programme that will provide a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in the world of transport rail manufacturing.
• A challenging work environment and an exciting job content working in various teams within the environment.
• Preservation and maintaining of high quality of product/s along the Escalate in case of supplier’s major issues and work on corrective monitoring compliance to Gibela requirements / standards.

Training and Development of Technical and Non-Technical Skills on

• Testing Execution & Support
• Quality, Safety & Compliance
• Documentation & Reporting
• Team Collaboration & Continuous Learning
• Equipment Use & Care
• Product Preservation & Configuration Adherence

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Electrical
• B-Tech/Advanced Diploma/BEngTech: Electrical Eng will be advantageous
• No previous work experience
• South African citizen between 18 and 35 years of age
• Excellent communication skills in English
• MS Office literate

Behavioural Requirements include

• Demonstrate Honesty, Integrity, Teamwork and Respect
• Reliable, efficient, self-reliant and flexible
• Positive outlook driven and passionate

Closing Date

11 February 2026

Applications must be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV, latest certified copies of all qualifications (academic transcript must be attached) and certified copy of SA identity document.

Should you not hear from us in 30 days, consider your application as unsuccessful.

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