Buckman (YES) Graduate Programme: Technical Assistants (Gauteng & KwaZulu-Natal) South Africa 2021 - 2022

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

31 March 2021.
Be sure to apply on or before this date - any applications submitted after this date are late and will NOT be accepted.

ABOUT THE COMPANY PROVIDING THE GRADUATE PROGRAMME:

Buckmans is one of the worlds leading chemical companies, with its headquarters located in Tennessee, United States. In 1945, Dr Stanley J. Buckman (a biochemist from Memphis, Tennessee) introduced a new chemical solution (biocides) that prevented the shut down of paper mills, saving them money. Owing to this new chemical solution, Buckman Laboratories was created. Over the years, Buckman has grown globally but they still manage to follow their core objective: solving their customer's problems.

DETAILS ABOUT THE GRADUATE PROGRAMME:

Locations:

Durban South, KwaZulu-Natal
Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
Springs, Gauteng

Contract period: 1 year
Contract Type: Fixed-term
Pay/ Stipend: R5 750 per month

Buckman is offering a Youth Employment Service’s (YES) Graduate Programmes at various sites in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. The programme will commence from 1 June 2021 until 31 May 2022, during which time the candidate will be placed at the following locations:
- Durban South graduates will be based primarily at a customer site as a Technical Assistant.
- Umkomaas graduates will be based within the Paper Technologies division as a Technical Assistant.
- Richards Bay graduates will be based within the Paper Technologies division as a Technical Assistant.
- Springs graduates will be based within the Paper Technologies division as a Technical Assistant.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY:

Before applying, please ensure that you meet ALL of the following minimum entry criteria – failure to satisfy all the requirements will result in your application being disqualified:

Must have completed Matric (NSC)
Must have completed a qualification in any of these fields: Chemistry/ Chemical Engineering
Must be fluent in English
Must be unemployed
Must be willing to begin the programme on 1 June 2021
Must be under 35 years old
Must live in/ near the area of the programme: Durban/ Umkomaas/ Richards Bay/ Springs (advantageous)
Must be willing to work overtime and shifts
Must follow safety protocols
Must have a high standard of work quality
Must have a positive attitude
Must have own transportation to and from site
Must be energetic
Must be independent
Must be self-motivated to do your personal best
Must be able to work in a high-pressured environment
Must have integrity and be professional

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE PROGRAMME:

Applications must be submitted online for the following positions:
Buckman (YES) Graduate Programme: Technical Assistant (Durban South, KwaZulu-Natal)
Buckman (YES) Graduate Programme: Technical Assistant (Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal)
Buckman (YES) Graduate Programme: Technical Assistant (Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal)
Buckman (YES) Graduate Programme: Technical Assistant (Springs, Gauteng)

Attach the following documents to your online application:

An updated Curriculum Vitae
Certified proof of residence (no older than 3 months)
A certified copy of your Identity Document
A certified copy of your Matric Certificate
Certified copies of additional qualifications (if any)
A certified copy of your academic records

Please note:

Successful candidates will be required to undergo mandatory job-related assessments (this includes the verification of your qualifications)
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a mandatory medical assessment
Buckman conducts their recruitment process (both internally and externally) in accordance with their Employment Equity Plan
Candidates living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
If you have not heard a response within 1-month of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
Students with disabilites are welcome to apply

CONTACT THE GRADUATE PROGRAMME PROVIDER FOR QUERIES:

For any queries related to this graduate programme, please contact Buckman directly:
Telephone number: 031 736 8800
Contact portal: https://www.buckman.com/contact-us/