Mercedes-Benz South Africa Vacancies

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Engineering Technologist FTC (18 Months)

Tasks

Responsible for Manufacturing Engineering solutions and improvements in line with local, global and legislative requirements. Responsible for Manufacturing Engineering solutions and improvements in line with local, global and legislative requirements. Translating customer, process requirements to engineering measures, whilst being the face to the customer. Perform activities in compliance to the Company’s Integrity & Anti Bribery codes, Conflict of interest policy & S.H.E.Q. requirements. Conduct comprehensive process audits as lead auditor and control effective corrective actions in project as well as in series phase.

Outputs/ Essential functions

Take personal responsibility for Learning & Development through a process of assessment, reflection & actioning, including on and/or off the job training, and sharing learnings with team.
Project Management of supplier performance including lead time and logistics solutions in identified time frames that is available and required for the project execution. Feedback to stakeholders. Site management. Ensuring commissioned projects are handed to stakeholders.
Develop and enhance Engineering procedures and strategies to achieve optimization and continuous improvement
Sourcing current budget for strategic and project way forward with relevant departments. Including budget management for current department.
Creating technical specifications, supplier identification and engagement, quotation review and order placements.
Conduct design review, technical review of projects and lead cross functional teams to establish business goals in project execution.
Gap analysis for customer, production and process requirements structured into project and equipment KPIs indicated in scope, roadmap and/or milestones.

Qualifications

NQF L7 – Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced BTech – Electrical Engineering or relevant equivalent
At least 6 months participation on our MBSA Graduate Development Programme.

Knowledge and Experience

3-5 years’ Project Management experience is advantageous.
Paintshop specific knowledge.
Production process knowledge.
Communication and presentation Skills.
Problem Solving experience and methodology.

Closing date: 19 January 2026

Email: mbsaelvacancies@mercedes-benz.com

EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED IS FOR QUERY PURPOSES ONLY. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

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Mercedes-Benz South Africa Graduate Programme 2026 (Pretoria)

Tasks

The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Development Programme (GDP) 2026

Location: Pretoria

Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) is offering a unique development opportunity for recently qualified graduates, who desire to be an integral part of the MBSA talent pool.

What does the MBSA Graduate Development Programme offer?

· relevant practical experience in your field of study,

· exposure to a world class company and well-established brand,

· an opportunity to apply for positions within the organization,

· coaching and mentoring support.

How to apply?

· ONLINE by logging onto the Mercedes-benz Careers website at Job search | Mercedes-Benz Group > Careers > Job search

· Search for Mercedes-Benz South Africa Graduate Development Programme (GDP)

In your application, please include:

· A CV as an attachment (ensure that the file size is small enough to upload, e.g. PDF),

· certified copies of your Grade 12 (Matric certificate) and tertiary certificates accompanied by an academic transcript,

· a copy of your certified ID,

· ensure a contact number and email address is provided.

What are the criteria?

· Grade 12 – Matric

· Relevant Tertiary Qualification, with a minimum average pass mark 65%.

· The requirement is to have a completed qualification.

Qualifications

Who can apply?

· Candidates who have recently graduated within the last 3 years.

· A South African Citizen.

· Recently qualified graduates, (with a Diploma (NQF L6)/Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQFL7) or relevant equivalent Tertiary qualification), in the following career streams:

· Information Technology or Computer Sciences

· Accounting or Financial Management

· Business Studies (Marketing and Sales related)

· Business Management (Business Processes/ Project Management/ Business Administration/ Banking / Cost & Management / Customs / Tax)

· Logistics Management

· Data Science, Analytics and Informatics

· Social Sciences and Business Management (Processes, Policy and Governance, Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Industrial Sociology, Diversity studies)

· LLB (1-year post admission experience)

“Mercedes-Benz South Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered, however the following will apply:

· Division’s Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998.

· Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities”.

Other Important information

· Closing date for entries is 31 January 2026

· Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.

· If you have not heard from us by 27 February 2026, please take it that your application has been unsuccessful.

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Analytical Chemist

Tasks

Job Description

To ensure quality control requirements are met in a laboratory environment as per standards through timeous analytical method of analysis on production blends against a set specification.

To provide a specialist chemical laboratory function to ensure that quality of local components, production materials and processes conform to MBAG standards and to provide specialist chemical technical expertise to the MBSA plant and suppliers.

The Job Requirements

· Coordination of Lab resources to ensure customer demands are met effectively and efficiently.

· Conduct chemical analysis: Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses to determine the composition and behaviour of materials.

· Operate and maintain equipment: Utilize a wide range of specialized laboratory instruments and software to collect and analyse data.

· Method Development & Validation

· Data Analysis &Reporting

· Quality Control & Compliance

· Operate and maintain equipment – Utilize a wide range of specialized laboratory instruments and software to collect and analyse data.

· Flexibility to work on weekends for production support & maintenance

· Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

· Ability to perform the minimum required physical and mental requirements of the function.

· People’s Principles as per LEAD.

Outputs

· Provide an accurate and timeous chemical analytical service to support failure analysis, problem-solving and continuous improvement measures. Support plant with chemical technical expertise.

· Responsible for providing an analytical service to monitor critical production processes to ensure business needs are met. Analyse data obtained through regular checks to support quality demands of the business and prevent non-conformance of product and processes. Responsible for record keeping of test results to ensure compliance to MBAG archiving requirements.

· Maintain laboratory equipment in area of responsibility according to good laboratory practices and Quality Management System in order to maintain laboratory accreditation.

· Participate in evaluation and approval of hazardous chemicals proposed for usage at MBSA

· Responsible for ISIR material evaluation of localised parts and support local suppliers with technical expertise linked to the ISIR part approval process.

· Responsible for continuous improvement within area of responsibility.

· Ensure compliance with the Company’s Integrity & Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy & S.H.E.Q requirements.

Qualifications

· Minimum NQF 7 Bachelor of Science (BSC) or relevant equivalent.

· 3-5 years analytical chemistry experience or relevant experience

· Analytical instruments / methods / Standards

· Automotive Product /Technical Knowledge

· Automotive paint technology standards

· QMS / ISIR /MBAG standards and systems

Closing date: 23 February 2026

Email: mbsaelvacancies@mercedes-benz.com

EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED IS FOR QUERY PURPOSES ONLY. Applications sent by email will not be considered.