Assembler
Umbogintwini, ZA, 4125
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
The main purpose of the role is to assemble heavy duty Trucks in line with the Volvo Production System Standards.
Reporting: This role reports to Production Team Leader.
Job Objectives:
- Assemble vehicles and vehicle sub-components in line with plant SQCDP (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, People) Targets and according to sprint instructions.
- Perform other related responsibilities and carry out 5s (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and housekeeping responsibilities.
- To ensure that all the tooling and equipment is well maintained.
- Ensure that all SOPs (standard operating procedures) and Safety regulations are well adhered to and immediately report deviations to superior.
- Participate and contribute to all other Production related activities i.e. Kaizen and Gemba events.
Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
Qualification & Job Experience:
- Grade 12 with Passes in Mathematics and Science.
- A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience from a similar work environment.
Key Competencies
- Ability to use basic hand tools.
- Physically Fit and able to lift heavy equipment.
- Ability to read and follow assembly instructions.
- Should be technically minded and practical.
- Computer skills (Basic).
- Good Interpersonal Skills.
- Good Written and Verbal Communication Skills –English.
- Good Problem Solving Skills.
- Team Player.
- Must be Flexible.
- Self-driven/motivated and honest.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to meet targets and deadlines.
- Reliability and resiliency.
Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.
Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.
Application Closing Date: 25 July 2025.
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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?