EE UTi LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMMES
JOHANNESBURG NORTH Gauteng (South Africa)
R3,200 Per Month Basic Salary
UTi is a global supply chain and logistics company with a global footprint of 370 offices and logistics centres in more than 60 countries. We are offering candidates the chance to join our Learnership programme, due to commence 01 APRIL 2015.
Grab this opportunity to gain 12 months hands-on experience in one of our busy warehouses or distribution centres, plus a nationally recognised qualification in the following areas:
1. Business Administration
This Qualification is for any individual who is or wishes to be involved in the Administration function within any industry or non-commercial venture/organization. The Core Component of the Qualification offers the learner knowledge and skills in the Management of Records, Comprehension of written and verbal texts, Business Writing, Problem Solving, Ethics, Cultural Awareness, Self-Management and Self Development, Project Teamwork and Business Policies and Procedures. The elective component is focused on Project Administration.
Preferred Candidate Profile:
- Prepared to do Office Work
- English & Mathematics
- Computer Literacy
- Can be based in most work environments
2. Freight Handling (Warehousing & Distribution)
The safe handling of freight is dependent upon the applicable people complying with the relevant procedures and applying the necessary skills to their handling. This Qualification is aimed at providing learners with an integrated practical and theoretical grounding in Freight Handling. The skills necessary to maintain and enhance the level of service and quality of service expected by customers. An awareness and understanding of key business principles that lead to transformation, transferability, economic growth and social development in the freight handling industry. We are looking for candidates who want the opportunity to grow into/ with the company.
Preferred Candidate Profile:
- We’re looking for a candidate who wants the opportunity to grow into and with the company
- Not afraid to get their hands dirty
- Possible shift work (night shift)
- English and Mathematics
3. Information Technology: Systems Support, Systems Development & Database Development
The qualification is designed to provide qualified learners with an undergraduate entry into the fields of Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Computer Sciences, specialising in (1) Systems Development, or (2) Systems Support, or (3) Database Development (Rank in order of preference). Microsoft exams are included for some modules and the candidate must have confidence to pass on first try.
- The three streams require the completion of different Microsoft International Exams
- Preferred Candidate Profile:
- Passion for IT
- Can work under pressure
- Preferably has some exposure to either studies at an FET level and/or work experience in the IT industry
- Must be confident of passing the Microsoft International Exams on first try
- English and Mathematics
Applicants must have completed Matric / Grade 12, or are currently doing Grade 12 and must be South African citizens.
The programme is a 12-months, full-time commitment (Monday – Friday, with time off to attend classes and examinations / assessments).
Successful applicants will receive a monthly allowance of R3200 per month, to cover the cost of travel to and from the UTi premises where they are based.
The qualification will be issued to the candidate upon successful completion of the 12-months period, as well as successful completion of the required examinations and assessments.
After applying please ensure you receive a confirmation of your application and check your emails regularly and make sure your cellphone is active at all times.
Successful candidates will be contacted via Email AND SMS. Pre-employment Assessments & Interviews will be conducted from JANUARY 2015 onwards.
PLEASE APPLY ONLY ONCE TO THE REGION APPLICABLE TO YOU.
The ideal candidate will have the following competencies:
Ability
- arrive punctually for work
- Ability to grasp and process new information.
- open and deal with incoming mail
- operate office equipment (photocopiers, fax machines, switchboards, etc.)
- use MS Excel (intermediate)
- use MS Word (intermediate)
- work accurately and neatly
- work without supervision
- work in a team as well as individually
Knowledge
- logistics
- the basic services and products that a distribution / logistics company offers
UTi Worldwide Inc. is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company providing air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services. The company serves a large and diverse base of global and local companies, including clients operating in industries with unique supply chain requirements such as the pharmaceutical, retail, apparel, chemical, automotive and technology industries. UTi, together with its exclusive partners, operates a global network of freight forwarding offices and contract logistics and distribution centres in a total of 144 countries.
UTi Africa aims to be the company that everybody wants to work for and with, where people are our competitive advantage. As a result, we are always looking for qualified people to join our teams.
We offer you the opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding, world-class supply chain services and integrated solutions organisation. Join a team that cherishes long-term relationships with clients and encourages innovation to optimize each of our clients’ supply chains. As an employee you will have the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally through our existing development programmes. As an industry leader, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, and a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
Apply online before 08/12/2014.
