WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Graduate to join our team in South Africa.
This unique position offers the chance to work in the fast-paced and ever-evolving industry while gaining invaluable experience through a global programme. In this role, you will spend time learning about AHK, working within, and gaining an understanding of our Global Operations. To ensure you gain full exposure to the company, the programme will involve rotating through different business functions and working on a variety of key projects across the wider business.
As part of this 2 year programme, you will have the opportunity to travel to our different locations; these could include Rustenburg, Durban, Steelpoort, Port Elizabeth, Saldanah and Richards Bay, Mozambique This will expose you to different cultures, challenges, and opportunities, providing you with a well-rounded perspective and a wealth of experiences that will help shape your career.
The AHK Graduate Programme is the perfect start for a graduate looking to develop their skills and build a long term career with a company at the forefront of the TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) industry, operating within the metals, minerals,energy and solid fuels sectors.
This experience, coupled with your drive, will open up further opportunities in the Group. Other candidates that have followed a similar programme have taken up operational and management roles both in the UK and overseas.
ABOUT US
Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.
We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Required Competencies
- Independence: the ability to take the initiative, lead on projects and be proactive in prioritising a dynamic and diverse workload.
- Interpersonal: confidence in forming effective working relationships with a diverse range of people, including working inclusively and as part of a team.
- Communication: effective oral and written communication of ideas with an excellent command of English.
- Adaptability: the ability to multitask and respond effectively to change.
- Analytical: the ability to draw accurate and informative conclusions from detailed research without losing sight of the bigger picture.
- Willingness. A growth mindset, willing to learn, co-operative and enabling attitude towards training and personal development.
Required Work Experience
- Previous internship or initial professional work experience in a commercial environment is desirable but not essential.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a B-degree or an applicable diploma in Science (Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Geology, Metallurgy).
Required Languages
- English
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match.
If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Skills Required
- Minimum B-degree or applicable diploma in Science (Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Geology, Metallurgy)
- Excellent command of English (oral and written)
- Independence and initiative to lead projects and prioritise workload
- Interpersonal skills and ability to work inclusively as part of a team
- Effective communication skills
- Adaptability and ability to multitask
- Analytical ability to draw conclusions from detailed research
- Willingness to learn, growth mindset and cooperative attitude toward training and development
- Willingness to travel to multiple locations (Rustenburg, Durban, Steelpoort, Port Elizabeth, Saldanha, Richards Bay, Mozambique)
- Previous internship or initial professional work experience in a commercial environment
What We Do
Alfred H Knight is a leading global provider of independent inspection, analytical, and technical consultancy services. With over 140 years of experience, the company serves the metals, minerals, solid fuels, and agricultural industries, ensuring accurate and reliable results through a global network of strategically located laboratories and inspectors across more than 45 countries.
