Columbus Stainless, founded in 1964 and part of the multinational Acerinox Group, is proud to be the only producer of stainless steel on the African continent. Durable and 100% recyclable, stainless steel holds boundless potential as the preferred metal of the future, and Columbus remains firmly committed to playing a significant role in South Africa’s industrial growth and development.

Based in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, Columbus Stainless is now inviting applications from talented graduates, students, and in-service candidates to join its 2027 intake across a wide range of technical, scientific, and commercial disciplines. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a career with a globally recognised leader in stainless steel manufacturing, gaining hands-on exposure within a world-class industrial environment.

Available Opportunities

Engineer-in-Training: Metallurgy 2027
For candidates pursuing a career in metallurgical engineering, this programme offers structured, practical training within Columbus’s metallurgy operations.

Bursary Opportunity: Metallurgy 2027
Aimed at first-year and continuing students studying Metallurgy, this bursary supports academic development while securing a future career pathway with Columbus Stainless.

In-Service Trainee: Instrumentation 2027
Designed for students requiring practical, workplace-based training to complete their qualification in Instrumentation.

In-Service Trainee: Mechanical Engineering 2027
A structured in-service training opportunity for Mechanical Engineering students needing practical experience as part of their diploma or degree requirements.

In-Service Trainee: Analytical Chemistry 2027
For students in Analytical Chemistry seeking hands-on laboratory and industrial experience to fulfil their qualification requirements.

In-Service Trainee: Metallurgy 2027
A further in-service training opportunity for students completing their studies in Metallurgy, offering exposure to real-world production processes.

Engineer-in-Training: Electronics 2027 (B.Eng)
For graduates holding, or completing, a B.Eng in Electronics, this programme offers structured training toward professional engineering competency.

Graduate-in-Training: Procurement
Ideal for candidates with an Honours degree in B.Comm Supply Chain Management, this role offers development within Columbus’s procurement and supply chain function.

Bursary: 1st Year 2027 – Accounting Science or Finance
Supporting incoming first-year students in Accounting Science or Finance, this bursary combines financial assistance with a future career opportunity at Columbus.

Graduate-in-Training: Material Sciences (Laboratory)
For candidates holding an Honours degree in Material Sciences, this laboratory-based programme offers specialised technical development.

Why Join Columbus Stainless

As Africa’s only stainless steel producer and a member of the internationally established Acerinox Group, Columbus Stainless offers candidates a rare opportunity to build a career at the forefront of sustainable, recyclable materials manufacturing. Successful candidates can expect structured mentorship, exposure to advanced industrial processes, and a genuine pathway toward long-term employment within a respected, growth-oriented organisation.

Location

Middelburg, Mpumalanga

Closing Date

Please refer to the official Columbus Stainless careers portal for closing date details, as positions are processed on a rolling basis.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly via the official Columbus Stainless recruitment portal:

Apply Here

Didn’t find a role that matches your qualifications? Submit your details to the Columbus Stainless database, and you will be contacted should a suitable opportunity become available.