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THE MERCEDES-BENZ SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY PROGRAMME 2024 INTAKE (EAST LONDON)
  • Job-ad-number: MER0002OGS
  • Publishing date: 23.06.2023
  • Field of activity: HR
  • Department: HR Management Manufacturing
 
To location: East London, Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing South Africa Ltd
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TASKS
Get a head start into the world of work by participating in the Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme and transport your career with one of the world’s most successful automotive companies. The Programme aims to harness outstanding achievers at Grade 12 and Tertiary levels into our fold of growing Talent, by offering the participant financial aid for studies as well as experiential learning. 
 
Why a Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary?
  • Study at a University of choice*
  • Tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery, and allowances are paid for*
  • Work at Mercedes-Benz, East London during your vacations*
*Conditions apply

What is the selection criteria?
  • Grade 12, with 70% average / distinctions in Mathematics and/or Physical Science (engineering streams), for your most recent results (grade 12 mid-year results for current grade 12 learners, & final matric results for applicants at tertiary level)
  • 65% average at tertiary level for the most recent semester results
  • The third term and final year results will form part of the selection process for those shortlisted candidates
 
In your application, please include
  • A CV as an attachment (ensure that the file size is small enough to upload, e.g. PDF)
  • A certified copy of your Grade 12 mid-year results, or most recent full Tertiary academic record if you are currently at tertiary level
  • A certified copy of your ID
 
Qualifications
Who can apply?
  • South African Citizens
  • Applicants who reside in the Eastern Cape region will have an added advantage when applying for the programme
  • Grade 12 learners
  • Students enrolled for or currently pursuing full-time studies (1st and 2nd year students will have an added advantage)
  • Anyone studying or intending to study in the following fields:
  • Computer Engineering/ Information Technology/ Software Development
  • Industrial/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
  • Metrology
  • Analytical Chemistry / Chemical Engineering (BSc)
  • Mechatronics
  • Metallurgy
  • Finance/ Accounting / Economics
  • Architecture
  • Supply Chain/ Logistics
  • Human Kinetics & Ergonomics

Who may not apply?
  • Employees of Mercedes-Benz South Africa Group of Companies
 
 
EMAIL ADDRESS TO BE USED FOR QUERY PURPOSES ONLY. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
 
Late and incomplete applications will not be considered

Closing Date: 07 July 2023


IMPORTANT: For an optimal selection process, please attach all relevant documents.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

Mercedes-Benz South Africa is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting, this includes persons with disabilities. Interested foreign nationals who wish to apply must qualify for a work visa/permits as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.
 
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TECHNICAL TOOL OWNER – DEVOPS CAPABILITY
  • Job-ad-number: MER0002LCE
  • Publishing date:15.06.2023
  • Field of activity: IT / Telecommunications
  • Department Hub-Test Capability & AM Supply
 
To location: East London, Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing South Africa Ltd
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Tasks
Job Description
You are responsible to deliver digital DevOps tools in full End-to-End responsibility during its entire lifecycle. This includes the overall quality, technology, reliability, and cost of the digital tool. To assure this delivery you work closely with the Solutions Architect, Security, Infrastructure, Developers and QA team. The End-to-End responsibility includes the technical integration of IT systems and to ensure the connections to shared services to your digital tool. All activities will be done in compliance with the Company's Integrity Code and other relevant policies.

The Job Requirements
Technical Knowledge:
· Deep knowledge and experience in software design, platform design and application operations.
· Knowledge and experience in recent IT base technology (Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, ElasticSearch, REST APIs)
· Knowledge, IT standards, Software Security concepts
· Experience and or knowledge of IT Infrastructure and Cloud Development.
· Knowledge and experience of the complete overview portfolio of how to structure the code delivery from Build, Deploy and Operate. Examples: Docker, Git, Jenkins, Terraform, GitHub, Kubernetes, DevOps, CI/CD, API.
· Knowledge and experience of how to plan projects, define deliverables and to control quality and cost matters. Examples: Agile Fundamentals, Agile Tools, Kanban, Six Sigma, Lean, Scrum

Non-technical skills
· Strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
· Familiar and comfortable with Agile methodology, Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Pioneering spirit in dealing with new technologies and abstraction
· Communication and team skills
· A technical mind-set and analytical approach.
· High commitment
· Independent working attitude and self-directed learning skills
· Knowledge and experience of how to embrace the team capability to its best effectivity empower a team and promote creativity. Examples: Coaching, Change Management, Company Culture, Influence and Inspiring.

Outputs
· Ensure to interpret business strategy and determine innovative solutions supporting strategy implementation.
· Establish the technical roadmap for the DevOps Capability and is responsible for the planning and coordination of activities required to move to the roadmap.
· Lead and direct different cross-functional programs and projects of varied sizes and types concurrently throughout various project lifecycles.
· Promote continuous improvement through implementation and management of new processes to enhance productivity output.
· Collaborate with Architects, QA, Security and Developers to design and implement DevOps practices across product delivery which includes the necessary documentation in alignment with DevOps industry standard practices.
· Effectively take prototypes to production, following best practices and industry standard.
· Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for product components
· Close collaboration with the CoC members in architectural enhancements of the MO IoT Platform.
· Enhancement of and integration in the overall end-to-end CI/CD process chain, bringing the platform to the "true North Star" level.
· Define the technical requirements for the products with regards to DevOps.
· Supporting the overall DevOps process chain with test automation (in Junit, JMeter, …), configuration and deployment management (Jenkins/Bamboo, Ansible).
· Responsible for creating, implementing, and evaluating budgets and cost projects within the DevOps Capability.
· Effective communication and feedback between business products / project stakeholders.
· Participate in team discussions and provide input regarding strategic team decisions.
· Collaborate and work with colleagues in different time zones.
· Compliance to the Company's Integrity & Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy & S.H.E.Q. requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E.Q. tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations
 
Qualifications
Qualification and Experience
• Minimum NQF 7 – BSC/BCom/BTech in Information Technology
• Minimum 3 -5 Years’ experience in IT
• At least 6 months participation in our Graduate Development Programme

Email for ONLY Queries: ithubvacancies@mercedes-benz.com 

Closing Date: 30 June 2023
 
 
 
 
 


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1X BUSINESS ANALYST- PRODUCTION SHOP FLOOR SYSTEM
  • Job-ad-number: MER0002NJV
  • Publishing date: 13.06.2023
  • Field of activity: IT / Telecommunications
 
  • Department: Infrastructure, Networks & Service Management
To location: East London, Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing South Africa Ltd
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Tasks
Job Description
We are looking for a talented Business Analyst to support with the IO Production Shop floor Systems within the MO Production Shop floor space. The individual will be fully responsible for daily product operations and support. To improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify and implement solutions, meet project deadlines and accurately document the necessary requirements to be done in accordance with local / global strategic planning and standards in compliance to the Company's Integrity & Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy & S.H.E.Q requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E.Q tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.

The Job Requirements
§ Ability to perform the minimum required physical and mental requirements of the function.
§ Contributes to System architecture regarding infrastructure and operations aspects
§ Demonstrated ability to foster an environment for ideation, prototyping; production and business acumen to take from design to implementation and preferably experience scaling a concept
§ Experience in Data Analysis and Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
§ Experience in rolling out initiatives that leverage multiplatform technologies
§ Experience with software development methodologies and practices (Agile, Scrum, etc.)
§ General product environment coordination
§ Knowledge and application of the Leadership2020 principles and leadership behaviours as per LEAD
§ Must have an excellent ability to multi-task effectively working on several projects synchronously
§ Must have IT Development and Systems Knowledge
§ Observing technology trends and integrating them with upcoming solutions
§ Participation and possible coordination across projects
§ Requirement gathering, analysis and advising
§ Responsible for all ServiceNow related topics within the Shopfloor product scope
§ Responsible for documentation
§ Responsible for setting up and managing first, second and third level support
§ Scrum management and general requirement management
§ Strong Interpersonal skills to manage relationships with a variety of partners and stakeholders
§ Strong leadership behaviours with good people management skills and problem-solving skills
§ Strong Leadership Behaviours with good People Management skills and Problem-Solving Skills; Project Management skills
§ Strong technical understanding of development principles and data integration
§ Ticket and task prioritisation
§ Willingness to travel nationally; internationally and work a 3-shift model
§ Works as Project Lead for BI projects

Outputs
· Analyse, design and standardise production processes.
· Coordination and consultation with business partners and process experts in local and international locations.
· Design and model solutions for customer innovation and experience.
· Ensure to interpret business strategy and determine innovative solutions supporting strategy implementation.
· Lead and direct different cross-functional programs and projects of varied sizes and types concurrently
· Liaise directly with various Mercedes-Benz manufacturing plants worldwide to provide product and service support.
· Manage and coordinate system upgrades/bug fixes and support with product testing.
· Manage and evaluate innovation pipeline assisting strategic decision-making and Go-to-Market process.
· Perform with innovation development groups to conduct insights as well as design outputs to their work.
· Performing all outputs in compliance to the Company's Integrity Codes & S.H.E. requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E. tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.
· Performing all outputs in compliance to the Company's Integrity Codes & S.H.E.Q requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E.Q. tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.
· Planning and controlling implementation activities, configuration and setup of the defined scope (including the necessary test activities).
· Prepare, review and coordinate specification documents with business partner and external IT Suppliers.
· Promote innovations to support business requirements through activities that test, pilot and implement innovative concepts.
· Roll out and analyse the effectiveness of initiatives that leverage multiplatform technologies.
· System Roll out and Go-Live support.

Qualifications
Qualification and Experience
· Minimum NQF 7 – BSC/BCom/BTech in Information Technology or B. Eng. (Industrial Engineering) or relevant equivalent
· Experience in Production and Quality Systems e.g. PLUS, MRS, SAP, etc.
· Knowledge of Production processes in the automotive industry will be beneficial.

Knowledge and Experience
· Minimum of 5 years’ experience in IT/ Manufacturing, or
· At least 6 months participation on our MBSA Graduate Development Programme.

N.B Please note that the position is located in East London.

EMAIL FOR ONLY QUERIES : mbsaelvacancies@mercedes-benz.com 

Closing Date: 30 June 2023
 
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