Management Trainee Programme: Electrical Engineering – RCL Foods | Gauteng, South Africa
Company: RCL Foods
Location: All Towns, Gauteng
Date Posted: 31 March 2025
Requisition ID: RCL250331-5
Contract Type: Management Trainee
Application Closing Date: 30 June 2025
About the Company
RCL Foods is a prominent player in South Africa’s food manufacturing industry, delivering some of the country’s most trusted and loved brands. As a purpose-driven business, RCL Foods believes in creating a culture of continuous growth, resilience, and impactful innovation. With a mission of “Growing What Matters,” RCL Foods is committed to empowering young talent through industry-leading graduate programmes, designed to unlock leadership potential and drive sustainable transformation.
The company values grit, growth, and purpose—three cornerstones that shape how it recruits and develops future professionals. With a strong national footprint and dynamic teams across divisions, RCL Foods is a great launchpad for engineering graduates aiming to build a career in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment.
Role Overview
RCL Foods is seeking high-performing graduates to join its Management Trainee Programme: Electrical Engineering in Gauteng, with potential rotations across South Africa. This programme is tailored for Electrical Engineering graduates who are passionate about energy systems, automation, maintenance, and plant optimization.
The Electrical Engineering stream offers a comprehensive 4 to 5-year developmental journey where trainees gain real-world exposure to plant operations, electrical infrastructure, and technical projects in a manufacturing setting. You will receive structured training, mentorship, and leadership development—all while playing a direct role in optimizing production processes and implementing innovation.
Key Responsibilities
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Participate in critical electrical engineering projects within manufacturing sites
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Contribute to the maintenance, automation, and performance optimization of production systems
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Apply technical knowledge to troubleshoot, resolve, and prevent electrical faults and inefficiencies
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior engineers to drive continuous improvement
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Lead and present progress on assigned projects and improvement initiatives
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Engage in structured personal development plans including training sessions, mentorship, and coaching
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Gain experience in operations, compliance, energy efficiency, and electrical safety practices
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Embrace a willingness to relocate across different sites or provinces as part of your growth path
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
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Final-year students or graduates with a completed B.Eng / B.Sc Eng / BTech in Electrical Engineering
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South African citizen or permanent resident
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Excellent academic results, particularly in core 2nd and 3rd-year subjects
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Possession of a valid South African driver’s license is advantageous
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
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Demonstrated passion for electrical systems and innovation in an FMCG environment
Candidates must demonstrate a high level of initiative, a desire for learning, and a long-term commitment to professional development within the engineering discipline.
What the Company Offers
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A structured 4–5 year graduate development programme
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Rotational assignments offering exposure to various production facilities and business units
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Opportunities to lead and contribute to real-time business projects with measurable outcomes
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Technical and leadership training sessions
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Mentorship from industry experts and senior leaders within RCL Foods
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A culture that prioritizes innovation, transformation, and leadership readiness
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A platform to grow within one of South Africa’s largest and most respected food manufacturers
Equal Opportunity Statement
RCL Foods is an equal opportunity employer committed to driving transformation and diversity across all levels of the organization. The company encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and supports employment equity initiatives in alignment with national priorities.
How to Apply
Applications for the Management Trainee Programme: Electrical Engineering must be submitted before 30 June 2025.
To apply:
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Visit the official RCL Foods Careers Page
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Search using the Reference Number: RCL250331-5
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Submit your updated CV, academic transcripts, and supporting documentation via the online portal
Ensure your application is complete and submitted before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
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Start your career with purpose. Apply now to become a future leader in South Africa’s food manufacturing sector with RCL Foods.
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