MCL Industrial Engineering Programme 2027 - Johannesburg

and meaningful impact.We offer a unique blend of formal learning and structured workplace rotations across diverse logistics environments. Experience Across: Cross-dock operations Ambient warehousing Cold chain facilities Key Learning Focus Areas: Support end-to-end analysis and improvement of inbound, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, cross-dock and inventory processes. Collect, validate and analyse operational data to identify constraints, waste, variation and improvement opportunities.

Conduct time studies, work measurement, process mapping, capacity analysis, root-cause analysis and productivity assessments. Support inventory accuracy through cycle-count analysis, reconciliation, stock-integrity reviews and inventory variance investigations. Work with TCO on KPI definitions, data quality, WMS reporting, dashboards, process standardisation and digital improvement opportunities. Support Solution Design activities, including requirements analysis, conceptual layouts, material flow, capacity calculations, labour and equipment sizing, option evaluation and design documentation.

Support Implementation workstreams through project planning, RAID management, SOP development, training material, operational-readiness checks, hypercare and benefits tracking. Participate in Lean, 5S, Kaizen and continuous-improvement activities and ensure agreed improvements are documented and sustained. Prepare clear technical reports, presentations and recommendations for operational and functional stakeholders. Complete an integrated capstone project with a validated benefit or an evidenced feasibility case, together with a control and handover plan. What You Will Gain Hands-on exposure to multiple Contract Logistics operating environments. Practical application of Industrial Engineering methods in warehousing and distribution.

Exposure to inventory, TCO and digital enablement, Solution Design and Implementation. Mentoring, structured feedback and professional-development support. Experience delivering analysis, improvement projects and management-ready recommendations.

Programme eligibility Education: Industrial Engineering degree (or final year of study) A strong academic record Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-thinking abilities Passion for logistics, supply chain, and operational excellence Adaptability to work in diverse and fast-paced environments Good communication and interpersonal skills South African citizenship Intermediate proficiency in MS Outlook, MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel Good personal time management A positive attitude Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking.

Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing the employer’s official contact. A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world. For more information click here. All the way.