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Whether you are an experienced In-Service Trainee Logistics or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Secunda. The team hires on merit and across communities in Mpumalanga.
The Role
The organisation is investing in its Secunda operation, and this In-Service Trainee Logistics position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the in-service training function and contribute to the wider Mpumalanga business.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Secunda team.
Notably, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Secunda also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Secunda teams, and the new In-Service Trainee Logistics will feel that from the first week.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the In-Service Trainee Logistics is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.
Working in Secunda
Beyond that, the role is based in Secunda, near the Secunda petrochemical hub. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Secunda and the broader Mpumalanga region.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Secunda, Mpumalanga.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Secunda.
Many candidates already living within reach of Secunda cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Mpumalanga economy.
Your Future Here
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the in-service training team in Secunda have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Secunda have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Mpumalanga.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Secunda team member.
Your Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the in-service training side of the business inside out. The Secunda group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
On top of that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Secunda will be explained during the hiring process.
Day in the Life
Your day starts with a quick check-in with your mentor and a review of the tasks you’ll shadow or own. You spend time observing experienced colleagues, asking questions and trying small pieces of work yourself. As the day progresses, you capture notes for your logbook, attend team huddles and contribute where you can. The mix of structured learning, real workplace exposure and supportive feedback helps you turn classroom theory into skills you can actually use.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Secunda.
Practically speaking, the Secunda office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
Practically speaking, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Mpumalanga operations throw up the unexpected.
Diversity and Inclusion
Notably, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Secunda.
Importantly, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for Mpumalanga.
Where You’ll Work
Importantly, the environment is structured for learning, with experienced mentors, clear expectations and steady feedback. You will be treated as part of the team while you build practical skills.
Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Mpumalanga.
On top of that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Secunda site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Network with internal and external stakeholders during projects
- Maintain a workplace logbook in line with your institution’s requirements
- Capture data, prepare reports and assist with departmental administration
- Develop core workplace skills such as communication, teamwork and time management
- Shadow experienced professionals and learn department-specific processes
Who We’re Looking For
- Available to commit to the full duration of the in-service placement
- Available for the full duration of the placement
- Willingness to learn, take feedback and adapt quickly
- Strong academic record in your chosen field
- Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Crucially, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.