CAREERS, INTERNSHIPS, LEARNERSHIPS AND BURSARIES
Looking to start a long and influential career with NPC?
Maybe you’re not quite there yet and you’re searching for internships, learnerships and bursaries to gain the experience to take that next step. Your career will unfold as you grow through our development programmes and mentorship opportunities. Wherever you are on your journey, we’re happy you’re here.
Explore our vacancies and opportunities within our organisation to catapult your career in the right direction.
CAREERS
Ready to start a career in the Cement Industry with NPC?
All great journeys must begin somewhere and there’s no better place to start than here.
Browse our job listings and apply online to take the first step in a long and rewarding career with us. As leaders in the cement industry, you’ll make a difference on a global scale and be proud of the work you do.
We’re looking for candidates who will enrich our work environment with creativity, collaboration and growth. Our company culture centres around embracing cutting-edge technologies and introducing ideas that drive innovation.
Areas of our business that could benefit from a candidate like you include:
1. Production & Operations: The Operation Specialists
As part of our production and operations team, you’ll help us meet customer demands, drive ongoing improvements and ensure operations run smoothly.
Role responsibilities: High-quality product-and-service delivery from manufacturing to optimisation.
2. Commercial & Sales: The Dealmakers
As part of our commercial and sales team, you’ll collaborate with industry leaders, innovate in sales strategies, expand our market presence and improve customer satisfaction.
Role responsibilities: Driving growth, building strategic partnerships and maximising market opportunities.
3. Supply Chain: The Demand Movers
As part of our Supply Chain team, you’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient sourcing, distribution and sustainability in our supply chain process.
Role responsibilities: Managing logistics, optimising inventory and streamlining operations across our global network.
4. Finance & IT: The Backbone of the Business
As part of our Finance and IT team, you’ll manage financial strategies, drive technological innovation and play a critical role in creating sustainable growth.
Role responsibilities: Optimising resources and leading us toward robust financial health and digital transformation.
5. Human Resources & Administration: The People Experience Practitioners /Leaders
As part of our Human Resources and Administrative team, you’ll nurture talent and develop a positive workplace culture across our organisation for operational excellence.
Role responsibilities: Shaping policies, supporting employees’ growth and ensuring smooth administrative functions.
5. Marketing, Transformation & Legal: The Muscle of the Business
As part of our Marketing, Transformation and Legal team, you’ll be the creative brains behind our business, drive brand strategy, and help clear the legal fog of business functions.
Role responsibilities: Shaping perceptions of our brand, navigating legal complexities and contributing to our growth through transformative initiatives, protecting our interests and developing strategic partnerships.
Current Job Openings
Explore the current vacancies across our departments, including Marketing, Finance, Operations, Sales, Logistics, IT, HR, Administration and more.
An opportunity has arisen at NPC Huaxin in the Finance Department for a Finance Graduate in Umhlanga Head Office, reporting to the AP & Treasury Manager. The successful candidate will be exposed to and developed in all areas of Treasury and Accounts Payable Department. The successful candidate will sign a six (6) months fixed-term contract.
Key Performance Areas:
- Processing of Creditors Invoices in SAP according to NPC group standards
- Execution of supplier payments i.e. Local and cross border payments
- Creditors reconciliation “as and when” required
- Attending and resolving internal and external queries applicable to suppliers and customers
- Assisting with banking and Treasury related matters
- Ensuring that GRIR report is cleared according NPC group standards
- Ensuring that all aspects of Accounts Payables are performed according to company policy and procedures
- Support in the closing of month-end and ensuring that deadlines are adhered to at all times
- Support the finance team with the audit process and meeting deadlines
- Support finance team with any other Finance ad hoc tasks.
- Support SHEQ initiatives to achieve company SHEQ objectives.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Matric or Equivalent
- SAQA accredited Accounting related qualification
- Knowledge of preferably SAP and Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of accounting principles
- 1 year financial environment exposure
- Preferably in Durban and surrounding Areas
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Building Customers/Internal partners relationships
- Team work (Cross functional and across business)
- Time management skills
- Analytical Approach
- Urgency approach
- Operational and Goal Focus
- Problem solver with decision making skills
An opportunity has arisen at NPC Huaxin in the Finance Department for a Finance Graduate in Umhlanga Head Office, reporting to the AP & Treasury Manager. The successful candidate will be exposed t...
INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Our Internship Programme gives learners on-the-job learning opportunities and aims to help you qualify and become ready for employment in our industry. It brings together practical learning, dedicated monitoring and constructive feedback.
We look for learners who are driven, possess strong work ethic and communication skills, are adaptable and willing to learn and are able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
Internship Programme Requirements:
- Be an unemployed South African citizen. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans.
- Completed a relevant qualification at a Higher Education and Training (HET) level OR completing a relevant qualification and work experience is required by your institution to obtain the qualification (a letter from the institution is required).
Have completed/is completing a qualification in the following disciplines:
All applicants must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
Our Internship Programme is offered in our two main business areas – Cement and Aggregates.
You’ll be immersed in relevant work and assignments daily, and participate in a learning journey focused on your specialised growth. We want you to gain experience that aligns with your career goals and challenges you to realise your full potential.
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME
NPC’s Learnership Programme allows learners to be registered on an Artisan Development Learnership — a structured, occupationally-directed programme that leads to a qualification registered with the NQF and is trade related. This is a developmental opportunity requiring technical aptitude, interpersonal and innovative skills.
We look for candidates who are self-disciplined, willing to learn and have good communication skills.
The following trades are considered for this programme:
Learnership Programme Requirements:
- Be an unemployed South African citizen. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans.
- Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics, Physical Science and English (must have passed all three).
- Possess any of the below qualifications:
- N2 Certificate including four relevant subjects: Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing and related Trade Theory subject.
- Relevant Engineering NCV Certificate with seven subjects at NQF Level 4.
- Technical Grade 11 with Mathematics, Science, Language and related Trade Theory subject.
- Relevant N6 Certificate or National Technical Diploma (T, S or N stream).
All applicants must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
Through this programme, it’s our aim to develop a talented pipeline of skilled individuals for the main business purposes of NPC and create opportunities for unemployed learners to gain competencies in the cement industry.
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
BURSARY PROGRAMME
NPC’s Bursary Programme assists unemployed learners by offering them the opportunity to pursue studies in Engineering and related fields at Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges, leading to careers in those fields.
Student Bursary Requirements:
- Be a previously disadvantaged South African with a valid South African ID.
- Excellent academic record with 70% average.
- Students wanting to study Engineering, Science or Technology.
- Acceptance to an established university or tertiary education facility.
- Must NOT be funded by NSFAS, or any other student funding.
The Following Disciplines Are Funded:
Other disciplines will be considered if you have a strong enough motivation.
The bursary award is based on the learner’s academic performance and is re-awarded for every year the learner remains enrolled, provided certain conditions are met. If you’re passionate about Engineering and related fields, and in need of financial support, NPC’s Bursary Programme is a valuable opportunity to help pursue your academic and professional potential.
Applications are accepted throughout the year.