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Apply for the Junior Planner Y4Y Programme at Pump and Abrasion Technologies in Centurion. Matric and pump industry experience required. Apply now!
Pump and Abrasion Technologies is offering an entry-level opportunity for a Junior Planner through its Y4Y Programme in Centurion, Gauteng. This permanent position is suited to young candidates interested in operations, production planning, mining and metals, and supply chain processes.
Job Details
- Position: Junior Planner – Y4Y Programme
- Company: Pump and Abrasion Technologies
- Location: Centurion, Gauteng
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Experience Level: Entry Level
- Department: Operations
- Industry: Mining and Metals
- Salary: R52,400 per annum
- Posted: 08 September 2026
- Age Requirement: 18–25 years
About the Junior Planner Y4Y Programme
The Junior Planner Y4Y Programme provides an opportunity for a young candidate to gain practical experience in operations and production planning.
The successful candidate will assist with monitoring the operations backlog, prioritising jobs, coordinating spare parts and supporting the production workflow. Strong attention to detail, communication and organisational skills will be important in this role.
Junior Planner Responsibilities
As a Junior Planner, your responsibilities will include:
- Monitor the operations backlog for newly released jobs.
- Assist the Operations team with daily planning tasks.
- Plan jobs according to operational backlog lead times.
- Assist with optimising workflow and production processes.
- Allocate incoming stock to priority jobs as instructed by the Production Scheduling Engineer.
- Identify and communicate shortages, delays and operational challenges to management.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to support on-time and in-full (OTIF) order fulfilment.
- Process and regularly update backlog reports.
- Complete all administration related to planning activities.
- Follow warehouse processes and stock control procedures.
- Evaluate sales orders and determine the availability of required parts.
- Identify spare-part shortages and prioritise requirements in consultation with Procurement and Stores.
- Coordinate priority parts through processes such as quality control and painting.
- Ensure priority parts reach the spare-parts staging area on time.
- Manage incoming spare parts according to production priorities.
- Coordinate parts required for projects, pumps and spare-parts orders.
Junior Planner Requirements
To be considered for the Junior Planner – Y4Y Programme, applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Matric or equivalent qualification.
- Computer literacy.
- At least 1 year of experience in the pump industry.
- Experience using SYSPRO will be advantageous.
- Basic planning experience.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Safety-conscious approach to work.
- Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years old.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with different internal teams.
- Ability to prioritise tasks according to operational requirements.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Understanding of stock and warehouse processes.
- Commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for young South Africans who want to build a career in production planning, operations, mining and metals, pump manufacturing or supply chain management.
Candidates with basic planning experience and knowledge of SYSPRO may have an advantage.
How to Apply for the Junior Planner Y4Y Programme
Interested candidates should apply for the Junior Planner – Y4Y Programme at Pump and Abrasion Technologies through the company’s recruitment portal.
Ensure that your CV clearly highlights your Matric qualification, relevant pump industry experience, computer skills, planning experience and SYSPRO knowledge where applicable.
Apply as soon as possible to be considered for this opportunity.
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