GRADUATE PROGRAMME
CANE CLUSTER
Join the Terra Experience
At Terra we firmly believe in the future of the cane and agricultural industry. Filled with exciting challenges and constantly evolving to include new technologies, this fascinating industry encourages growth.
Motivated by the desire to share our 185 years of experience in the field, with the younger generations, the Terra Experience Graduate programme is the perfect opportunity for young, bright and ambitious graduates to work alongside seasoned professionals.
Who should apply?
Those who share our passion for the sugar cane industry and who would like to evolve in a stable yet dynamic company. We are looking for young graduates who are qualified and interested in agriculture, mechanics, automation, field operations, or engineering (mechanical or chemical). So if you are ambitious, ready to strengthen your skills, while striving for innovation, this internship will be perfect for you.
Armed with a positive attitude and a strong desire to succeed, the perfect candidate will also get the opportunity to receive a full-time offer following the 1-year paid internship.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Our selection process consists of a number of stages before joining this program. Find our more below
ONLINE APPLICATION THROUGH OUR PLATFORM
You will provide your personal details, academic achievements and CV via our recruitment platform. A short motivation letter showcasing your personality and your motivations for wanting to work for us.
ONLINE PERSONALITY TEST
Shortlisted candidates will receive a test that you can do at home to assess your verbal and numerical skills, and how you cope with solving problems under time pressure.
PANEL INTERVIEW
Final short listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel including:
- Human Resource Manager
- Agricultural Manager
- Factory Manager
OFFER
Congrats! You will receive our offer and then it is up to you to accept the challenge and take the leap.
AVAILABLE INTERNSHIPS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB PROFILE
The incumbents will work on shift system for the production of direct consumption sugars for the export market. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn the processes of sugar manufacturing and will have to work in team to motivate the workforce.
THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Ensure smooth running of Mills and production of direct consumption sugar in accordance with Organisational Policies and Procedures.
- Assist in coordinating production, start up, and changeovers.
- Ensure quality of direct consumption sugars are line with Company quality and food safety policies.
- Plan, coordinate and implement maintenance of plant and machinery.
- Supervise a shift of operators.
- Assist in the implementation of Health and Safety procedures and regulations.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Preferably Degree in Chemical & Environmental Engineering or Chemical & Renewable Energy Engineering or Mechanical or Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
- Candidates with Diploma in Chemical & Environmental Engineering or Chemical & Renewable Energy Engineering or Mechanical or Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering with at least 2-5 years of experience in the sugar industry can also apply.
- Good leadership skills and be a proactive person
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work odd hours
JOB DESCRIPTION
PURPOSE OF JOB
- To assist the Area Manager in achieving the objectives of the section especially with regards to cost reduction, efficiency enhancement and mechanisation programme.
- This is a cross functional job where the job holder will work in field operations as well as in other functional areas including mechanised harvesting, soil preparation and planting.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Senior Operations Officer in ensuring effective communication with Field Supervisors in order to achieve daily and monthly targets.
- Train Field Supervisors and Agricultural Trainees when the need arises.
- Assist in the maintenance of strict quality control in field operations by clearly communicating to Field Supervisors section’s parameters.
- Verify daily tonnage of cut canes from weighbridge and correct any discrepancies and differences.
- Limit spillage of cane in fields and on roads. Take necessary actions to gather and transport all spilt canes.
- Control seed cane fungicide treatment density, planting parameters, tasks assigned, check fertiliser dosage rates and keep field records.
- Control mixing of herbicide products, spraying equipment, standard of application and keep field records.
- Ensure that safety regulations concerning handling of hazardous chemicals are strictly adhered to.
REQUIREMENTS
- Preferably a Degree in Agriculture, Agri-science or Food science.
- Candidates with Diploma in Agriculture or Agri-science or Food science with at least 1 year of experience in the sugar industry can also apply.
- Good leadership skills and being proactive
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work odd hours
Send your spontaneous applications on : Experience@terra.co.mu
