Tata Steel – A part of life.
 
The Tata Steel Vision
Imagine what the world would be like without steel. No hospitals, schools, transportation systems, even paperclips; the list is endless!
 
Tata Steel is a leading supplier to many of the most demanding markets around the world including: Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, Consumer Products, Energy & Power Generation, Engineering, Metal Goods, Oil & Gas, Packaging, Rail and Security & Defence
 
Tata Steel metal is used globally in projects such as the Bugatti Veyron and the Petronas Towers. During South Africa’s preparations for the 2010 Football World Cup, Tata Steel was included in the construction of the new King Shaka International Airport at Durban. Closer to home we have won contracts for the 2012 Olympic games and our metal has been used in the new Wembley Stadium.
 
We are passionate about making the world a better place. Using the perfect blend of world-class manufacturing processes, innovative research centres and inspired individuals; we can achieve the vision of becoming leaders in our field.
 
What we look for
To achieve our vision, we look for people with the qualities that will fit into our way of thinking; these include passion, drive, enthusiasm, imagination and the ability to adapt to new challenges. We are looking for innovative minds and skills that go beyond just pure academic ability in order to drive change and really make a difference
 
Tata Steel Training and Development
Tata Steel has the size and diversity to tailor careers by providing real life projects from the outset and challenges that will be interesting, dynamic and relevant to the business. Those entering the company receive on the job and formal training designed to develop management and technical skills.
 
However, the training will not stop there. Tata Steel is committed to Professional Accreditation/Chartership for every graduate, providing a professional mentor and training that is accredited by professional bodies.
 
Fast facts:
Number of employees: The combined Tata Steel Group has approx 80,000 employees
Number of graduate / placement vacancies per year: Approx 60 - 90
Degree disciplines and class required:Any degree discipline, preferably on for a 2.1 or first class degree. A relevant degree subject is required for technical positions.
Career paths: Engineering (mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil, environmental), Metallurgy, Research & Development, Process Control, Manufacturing, Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, and Supplies.
Salary and benefits:Competitive (see our website for full details).
 
What can Tata Steel offer you?
Tata Steel offers 3 and 12-month placements for undergraduates, which will provide opportunities for you to learn, develop and gain experience in your chosen field. The size of the company means we are able to offer real work projects, with a genuine business need. Over the course of your placement you will become an integral part of the business and the opportunities provided will mean the experience gained will be invaluable when returning to University. A placement with Tata Steel allows you to put your studies into context; the age-old questions of...
 
When am I ever going to need to do this?
I really enjoy this module; I wonder how it fits in the real world?
 
...Will be answered through your work placement. The experience you gain will also help you in deciding what module options you will choose to study when you return to university.
 
What do you need to succeed?
 
Our placement programme is a way for us to identify potential graduates - a good placement could mean the offer of a graduate position with us after completion of your studies. To succeed in Tata Steel, we are looking for people with qualities that will fit into our way of thinking; these include passion, drive, enthusiasm, imagination and the ability to adapt to new challenges. We are looking for innovative minds and skills that go beyond just pure academic ability in order to drive change and really make a difference.
 
For engineering and technical functions, a relevant degree is required, but for all other functions we accept any degree subject. You should be expecting to achieve at least a 2:2 in your degree, preferably a 2.1 or first class grade