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ZEISS South Africa has offices in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. ZEISS has been present in South Africa for more than 85 years. This long-standing presence reflects the company's commitment to the region and to supporting customers, innovation, and talent development across Sub-Saharan Africa.

ZEISS South Africa operates in Medical Technology, Vision Care, Research Microscopy Solutions and Industrial Quality Solutions. The company provides optical and optoelectronic solutions to customers across Sub-Saharan Africa, supporting healthcare, vision care, research and industry with advanced technologies and expert service.

ZEISS South Africa employs approximately 150 people across a range of functions. This team serves customers throughout the Sub-Saharan Africa region, ensuring high-quality service delivery and maintaining close customer relationships.

ZEISS South Africa offers roles in areas such as sales, field service, engineering and business supporting functions. Depending on current openings, opportunities may be available for professionals with different backgrounds, skills and levels of experience. Employees contribute to technologies and services that support customers across South Africa and the wider Sub-Saharan Africa region.

Qualifications depend on the role. The specific requirements for each position are outlined in the job posting. Relevant qualifications, professional experience, or transferable skills may be considered depending on the role.

Language requirements are typically listed in the job posting. As English is the primary language used across ZEISS South Africa, proficiency in English is sufficient for most positions.

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At ZEISS, career development is shaped by individual strengths, aspirations, business needs, and available opportunities. Depending on the role and organizational context, employees may develop towards leadership responsibilities, such as leading teams and supporting the development of others. Other roles may offer opportunities to deepen technical or functional expertise and contribute as an expert in a particular field. Development opportunities vary and are discussed as part of ongoing career and development conversations.

Yes. Employees can apply for openings in other departments or move to different roles within their current area, provided a suitable vacancy exists and all internal recruitment and approval processes are followed.

Yes. ZEISS supports continuous learning through training, development programs, and learning opportunities that help employees build their skills and grow throughout their careers.

ZEISS South Africa fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, take ownership, and support innovation. Diverse perspectives are valued, and teamwork plays an important role in delivering solutions for customers across the region. ZEISS values different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and fosters a work environment based on mutual respect, collaboration, and equal opportunities.

Working arrangements vary depending on the role and are usually outlined in the respective job posting. Most positions at ZEISS South Africa are full-time and primarily office-based. However, some sales and service roles offer a hybrid working model, as they involve regular customer visits and work performed outside the office.