What is the programme's aim?

The Murray & Roberts Graduate Development Programme is designed to attract young graduates who align themselves with our values and delivery promise of World Class fulfilment.

The programme offers them an opportunity to develop a career within the organisation. It is our desire that our graduates reach their objectives of professional registration.

Who qualifies?

Murray & Roberts recruits B Eng, BSc and B Tech graduates with a strong academic record in the Mining, Metallurgical, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Building/ Construction Management and Quantity Surveying disciplines.

To be considered you need to:

• Be a South African citizen or permanent resident
• Have no more than two years full time work experience since graduating
• Be prepared to work in any area of the country where your skills are needed.
• Participation in extramural activities, achievement and leadership ability will also be considered when making a decision.

Will there be support?

Yes, there is ample support for our graduates. During the 12 months the graduates are assigned a programme coordinator who facilitates the structuring of their programme, a line manager that provides the relevant work experience, and a mentor who is responsible for their holistic development.

The mentor ensures that the graduate receives the appropriate exposure to achieve the development objectives. Other executives also take a keen interest in the development of our graduates.

Will I be rewarded for my contributions?

You are employed on a permanent basis from day one. Salary and employee benefits are comprehensive and market related. The benefits include pension fund, medical aid and Group Life cover.

What happens after 12 months?

Your development within Murray & Roberts will be monitored throughout your career with us by our executives who take a keen interest in our graduates. Support and vital training required to enable professional registration will also be provided.

After the 12 month programme the operating entities are usually able to place you in a suitable area having considered the business need and your area of interest and skills. Movement in your early career at Murray & Roberts will be determined by opportunity, performance and competence.

You will also become part of a Graduate Development network that helps future graduates in establishing themselves at Murray & Roberts.

What is the application/selection process?

• Phase 1 – Apply.
• Phase 2 – Should you have been successful in the first phase, you will be invited via email for psychometric assessments. The sessions will be held in central venues in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Gauteng and Kwazulu Natal regions.
• Phase 3 – Regional interviews. Should you be short-listed in the second phase, you will be invited for regional team assessments and interviews. After this, decisions will be made and you will be notified of the final outcome.