Company: Caterpillar
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Closing Date: 29/March/2026
Start Date: 01/August/2026
About Caterpillar:
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
About Programme:
The Field Representative Development Program is your launchpad into a high‑impact career at Caterpillar. Over 1 to 2 years, you’ll get hands‑on experience, world‑class training, and a front‑row seat to how we partner with our Cat Dealers to serve customers worldwide.
The Structure of the Programme:
1. Training in a cohort – First 3 Months:
- Dive into Caterpillar products, services, and industry strategies
- Build influential communication and leadership skills
- Connect with a global network of peers + mentors
- Visit dealers across the Europe, Africa Middle-East and Central Asia region
- Gain a deep understanding of what makes Caterpillar… Caterpillar
2. Rotational Assignments (12-24 months):
- Learn how our business operates from different angles
- Develop a broad technical and commercial skillset
- Work on strategic projects that go beyond the classroom
- Prepare for a customer‑facing field role
3. Your Next Step–Field Rep Opportunities:
Once you graduate from the program, you’re ready to step into a field‑based role supporting Cat Dealers and customers.
Required Qualifications:
- A degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field — or equivalent experience
- Fluent in English
- Ability to travel up to 30–70% depending on assignments
- Willingness to live abroad for up to 3 months for training/rotation
- Valid passport through May 2027
Required Skills:
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex situations, identify root causes, and develop effective, actionable solutions.
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: Skilled at conveying information clearly and building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to ensure alignment and engagement.
- Learning Agility & Adaptability: Quick to learn, open to feedback, and able to adapt effectively to changing priorities, environments, and technologies.
- Digital & Data Literacy: Ability to leverage digital tools and interpreting data to support decision‑making and drive efficiency.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Strong collaborator who fosters trust, contributes to shared goals, and works effectively across diverse teams and functions.
How To Apply:
Click link below.
https://careers.caterpillar.com/en/jobs/r0000355480/2026-field-development-program-south-africa/
What You Might Have:
- Ideal for those building foundational skills in business, marketing, engineering or digital, generally within the first 3 years of their career – 0-3 years of relevant experience related to this field (internships or academic projects are a plus.
- Experience supporting or leading small projects (university, internship, or extracurricular).
- Participation in tech communities, hackathons, case competitions, innovation lab or student innovation challenges.
- Experience studying, working, or volunteering in a multicultural environment or abroad.
- Leadership roles in student organizations, tech clubs, community groups, or volunteering.
What Applicant Will Gain:
- Coaching & mentorship from industry experts
- A strong peer network you’ll grow with professionally
- Access to Caterpillar’s global knowledge and innovation ecosystem
- Exposure to strategic projects across the organization
- A career path designed for long‑term growth
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