The Graduate Development Framework

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1 The Weir Group PLC The Graduate Development Framework Excellent Engineering Solutions

2 the graduate development framework Content A personal message from the Chief Executive 01 A proven track record of engineering excellence 02 Global footprint 05 Driving growth the Weir Way 06 Corporate responsibility 07 What do we offer and where could you work? 08 Internships 09 All the support you need to succeed 10 In-depth training and development, enhanced by personal mentoring 12 A competitive salary package and a world of opportunities 15 Can you envisage your future the Weir Way? 16 Who is currently doing it? 18 How do you apply? 20 Frequently asked questions 23

3 A personal message from the Chief Executive Welcome to the Weir Group, and thank you for considering our Graduate Development Framework. This comprehensive, worldwide framework has been carefully designed to offer you a great way to explore all the opportunities available within a dynamic, global company. At the same time, you ll acquire new skills and learn more about the role that best suits you and your career ambitions. It s an incredible, and often invaluable, first step on the ladder an amazing opportunity that I certainly would have jumped at, given the chance when I started out! Join our Graduate Development Framework and you ll be working with a well-established, well-respected FTSE 100 company, which leverages a global footprint to continually build on 140 years of engineering excellence. I am extremely proud of our heritage and it is with excitement that I look to the future as, collectively, we develop a truly world-class business. Keith Cochrane Chief Executive

4 A proven track record of engineering excellence The Weir Group is a well-established global engineering group, which focuses on delivering exceptionally performing products and services to meet the demands of three high-growth industry sectors around the world: Minerals, Oil & Gas, and Power & Industrial. Founded in 1871 and headquartered in Scotland, we now have a global presence in over 70 countries on five continents. Weir employs more than 11,000 people worldwide and is one of the fastest-growing engineering companies in the FTSE 100. Our ongoing success is based on a group-wide philosophy of operational excellence. At Weir, we work together to create excellent engineering solutions. Our widely respected products and services help customers right around the world to deliver processes that are vital to society. We pride ourselves on operating as a global family, exceeding customer expectations and delivering sustainable value for our shareholders at all times. We are also dedicated to helping our people fulfil their potential. Investing in high quality skills and people development enables us to maintain our position as one of the world s leading engineering solutions businesses. It s all about driving growth the Weir Way through a dynamic combination of innovation, collaboration and global capability. And you could be a part of it.

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7 Global footprint With a global footprint covering 70 countries, the Weir Group has 37 manufacturing facilities and over 100 service facilities around the world. Our operations are split across three divisions: Weir Minerals Weir Minerals is the global leader in the provision of slurry handling equipment and associated spare parts for abrasive high-wear applications used in mining, as well as in the niche oil sands and flue gas desulphurisation markets. The division is present in key mining markets, including South and North America, Australia and Africa. Weir Oil & Gas Weir Oil & Gas designs and manufactures pumps and ancillary equipment for global upstream and downstream oil and gas markets. It also provides substantial aftermarket service and support activities. The division s principal operations are in North America, Europe and the Middle East. Weir Power & Industrial Weir Power & Industrial designs and manufactures specialist and critical-service rotating and flow control equipment for the global power sector. The division includes valve operations, renewable energy solutions, a specialist pump business and substantial service and aftermarket operations. Facilities are located in Europe, North America, China, Middle East, India and South Africa.

8 Driving growth the Weir Way The ongoing success of the Weir Group is underpinned by a group-wide philosophy of operational excellence, customer focus and people development. We call it the Weir Way. The Weir Way supports a clearly defined strategy to help us build market presence and deliver outstanding products and services to customers around the world, while also ensuring a continuing commitment to the development of our people. It is built around three pillars: Innovative Solutions Investment in engineering skills and people development enables us to continually innovate. It means we are able to develop our portfolio of products and services to deliver enhanced and extended capabilities that give both existing and new customers a competitive advantage. Collaborative Mindset We achieve more when we empower our people to collaborate with our customers and with each other across divisions, markets and geographical regions. This shared approach to problemsolving is better for everyone. Global Capability By working alongside our customers in the territories that drive demand in the minerals, oil & gas and power generation sectors and by strengthening local relationships, we are able to build global capability, expand in emerging markets and continue to serve customers globally.

9 A critical feature of the Weir Way is our commitment to doing business at all times in an ethical and transparent manner doing it right. Our Code of Conduct sets out what is expected of all employees so that they always maintain the highest standards of integrity. In short, it ensures that we live our values wherever we work. The Weir Group organises and participates in a number of corporate responsibility and sustainability activities every year. These include: In the Netherlands Weir Minerals is one of the major sponsor partners for a running event that attracted 9,000 runners in 2010, including 8 teams of Weir employees. It also entered a team of 20 in the Ride for the Roses cycling against cancer fundraising event. In South Africa Weir Minerals has committed to ongoing financial support for a non-profit organisation that works to ensure the wellbeing of orphaned children in a township close to its Isando factory. It also makes an annual donation to support a selfhelp scheme for disabled children. In India Weir is supporting education programmes for children of employees at its Bangalore and Hubli units. It has committed to supporting 10 children for higher studies for two years, and to helping a further six children secure admission to engineering courses for four years.

10 What do we offer and where could you work? Our two-year Graduate Development Framework offers exceptional opportunities for progression within the field of Engineering, as well as other businesscritical professional disciplines such as Operations, Finance, Sales and Marketing, HR and IT. It is open to university graduates worldwide, as well as to existing Weir Group employees with relevant graduate qualifications and Internship students who return to us as graduates. You can join us to take advantage of in-depth training and development in either a specialist technical or general business field. As well as providing extensive personal mentoring and coaching, we will schedule regular performance reviews to ensure that you are on track to achieve all your goals. The varied placement opportunities that you experience are likely to include some out of business opportunities, which are designed to foster greater understanding of the bigger picture affecting all of our work. Your placements could potentially include overseas postings within Weir operations around the world. Details of the qualifications you will need to apply to join our Graduate Development Framework are available on page 21. Opportunities all over the world Check our website for all the latest opportunities in your region.

11 Internships Internships are available throughout the Weir Group. They are designed to provide you with an excellent opportunity to work alongside professionals in a variety of disciplines for up to 12 months while you are part-way through your degree course. Working alongside Weir employees in locations around the world will help you develop real-life skills and experience that will give you a head-start in your chosen career. And, of course, you ll be earning as you re learning.

12 All the support you need to succeed Our Graduate Development Framework aims to present you with a wide range of opportunities to help you identify your preferred area of expertise and realise your full potential. It has been carefully designed to support and develop individuals, transforming the graduates of today into the leaders of tomorrow. So, in addition to top-class training and development, you can count on all the support you need to successfully progress your career with us.

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14 When you join us, a graduate buddy will be able to talk you through any questions you may have and help you settle into the business, while your professional mentor will be on hand to support you throughout the Graduate Development Framework. In-depth training and development, enhanced by personal mentoring

15 You will also be allocated a mentor from the Weir Senior Management Group, who will act as a sounding board for you. This high-level relationship is designed to give you the opportunity to learn more about the Weir Group, engage in open discussion, gain objective feedback and obtain guidance regarding your career.

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17 A competitive package and a world of opportunities Our Graduate Development Framework naturally offers a competitive package. But you can also look forward to flexible placement rotations, dedicated mentoring and coaching, and the opportunity to gain professional qualifications. You can expect to receive a competitive starting salary, standard annual holiday entitlement and the opportunity to join our pension scheme. Plus, flexible placement rotations ensure that you gain maximum exposure to a wide range of development opportunities maybe even overseas. We ll help you obtain full membership status of your respective professional institution, and also encourage you to support our sustainability work and local community initiatives.

18 Can you envisage your future the Weir Way? Our Graduate Development Framework is designed to appeal to individuals who are looking to stretch themselves beyond their current capabilities and aspirations. People who are flexible and mobile, so they can react quickly and take up opportunities as they become available. As well as a positive attitude and loads of initiative and drive, we re looking for people who demonstrate the values and behaviours that closely match those of our own because it s the Weir Way:

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20 Who is currently doing it? Our Graduate Development Framework offers opportunities to a wide range of individuals working in a variety of technical or business roles and in locations around the world. Read how these graduates and others describe their experiences in full online at Name: Dineo Molepe Division: Weir Minerals Location: South Africa Discipline: HR Name: Richard Briggs Division: Weir Power & Industrial Location: UK Discipline: Engineering Name: Brittany Nemke Division: Weir Minerals Location: North America Discipline: Finance Dineo joined Weir because she decided that the company would give her a great opportunity to be mentored, developed and to grow in her chosen field of HR. Within the past year, Dineo has been involved with all of the company s current HR projects, and has even been given some to champion herself. Based in Isando, she is part of a lively working environment that sees everyone pulling together to get work done. Dineo is pleased with the personal mentoring and guidance she has received to date and is now looking forward to further developing her emerging passion for Learning and Development within the general HR function. Richard wanted to work for a large, successful and global organisation because he knew that would offer opportunities for a variety of work to help him gain valuable experience. As well as a high level of training, mentoring and development, he was also looking for a company that would help him to gain chartered status in his chosen discipline. During his first few months with Weir, he has been learning how the engineering department functions and how it interacts with the other departments within the organisation. Going forward, he is keen to demonstrate project responsibility as he aspires to a more senior departmental position in the future. Brittany was keen to join a company focused on growth and which also offered challenging opportunities. She likes the fact that people do not feel intimidated to ask questions of anyone, at any level, within Weir. Alongside learning the importance of Cost Accounting, Brittany has also job shadowed throughout different departments to obtain an appreciation of inter-departmental relationships. One such placement in the manufacturing facility enabled her to get a better understanding of Weir products. She now represents the Finance department on a committee focused on the integration of a newly acquired company and product line.

21 Name: Fernando Tirollo Division: Weir Minerals Location: Brazil Discipline: Operations Name: Luca Carbonino Division: Weir Oil & Gas Location: Italy Discipline: Engineering Name: Vinay Sharma Division: Weir Minerals Location: India Discipline: Engineering Fernando believes in choosing a solid career path and in seizing every opportunity that comes his way. He was drawn to Weir because of its track record of growth, as well as the excellent opportunities offered within the Graduate Development Framework. He started out by working on the Hero line of pumps and is now developing new project proposals. Inbetween, he has also learned about operational system Protheus and how Weir implements the principles of Lean manufacturing group-wide. Fernando is now targeting a commercial role and a managerial position in the future maybe even at board level. Luca feels that Weir has given him an excellent platform to develop not only his technical skills as a mechanical engineer, but also the soft skills that are essential in the global market today. He is very impressed by the friendly and helpful Weir culture and has acquired strong knowledge in several areas of the business. Over the past year, Luca has been working mainly as a research & development engineer, where his duties have included technical analysis, troubleshooting on pumps, and new hydraulic design development. He has also collaborated with the sales department in the selection of pumps and the preparation of technical offers. Joining Weir, a well-known name with a rich history and diversified business activities, was an easy choice for Vinay. The group s worldwide presence provides him with the opportunity to experience many different, multicultural working environments. His cross-functional role exposure over the past few months has helped him appreciate the complications of different requirements and the need for progressive problem-solving techniques. He has also realised the immense implications of decisions or design, and the importance of team coordination and communication. Now he s working on developing his skills both as an engineer and a leader.

22 How do you apply? Applying couldn t be easier. You can even do it online. We re ready when you are... Opportunities are continuously posted within the Current vacancies section of our website: Simply search in the region you re interested in and you could soon be joining one of the fastest growing engineering solutions companies in the FTSE 100. Specific application and recruitment processes may vary slightly from country to country, depending on circumstances. However, you can generally expect the following: Step 1: Apply online, attaching your CV and sending your application to the address of the relevant local HR team. Step 2: Your CV will be screened by the local hiring manager and HR team and a short-list of applicants will be selected. Step 3: You will be invited to sit an online personality test, followed by a locally arranged technical and competency based interview. Step 4: We will select the successful applicant and make a conditional offer of employment (subject to confirmation of academic results, if required). Step 5: We will make a final offer of employment. It always pays to be prepared Be sure to check out our website at for some top interview tips!

23 Entry requirements In the UK In the US Other Locations Minimum 2:1 honours degree qualification in a relevant discipline. Minimum 3.3 overall, or within GPA, in a relevant discipline. National equivalent to UK and US qualifications.

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25 FAQ s In this section you can find the answers to some of the frequently asked questions (FAQ s) that we receive. What do we mean when we say graduate? If you are currently studying for, or hold, a bachelor s, master s or doctorate qualification, you are eligible to apply to join the Weir Graduate Development Framework. Will the Weir Group support my academic and professional development? We will encourage continued professional development and help you obtain full membership of your respective professional institution. Many of our employees are supported through higher education and you may receive some financial help, but it will depend on how your studies will benefit both you and the Weir Group. Is the Weir Group a responsible company with a good record on sustainability issues? As a global company that exists to deliver excellence in engineering, we are dedicated to doing business in a responsible way and to adopting best practice in terms of sustainability. We also organise a number of educational and community initiatives as part of our ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR). Will the Weir Group help me obtain permission to work in the region that I choose? We are unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in a particular country. If you need further information, please contact the relevant government agency for that country. During the recruitment process, all candidates are required to provide the necessary right to work information and documentation. What is the closing date for applications? Closing dates vary by region. Check our website at and select the region you are interested in this will state the relevant closing date for applications. Can I make more than one application? No, you can only apply for one position in one region during one recruitment cycle. I m thinking of taking a year out after university. Can I delay my start with the Weir Group? This is not ideal and we would prefer that you join us in the year that you apply to join the Graduate Development Framework. I applied last year. Can I apply again? Yes. If you feel that you are in a better position to apply and your CV has subsequently improved, then we would like you to re-apply. What if I am on holiday on the interview dates? We will usually offer you alternative days, but sometimes this is not possible. Will I receive feedback on my application? Feedback will not be given on an individual basis, unless you are invited to an interview. How much will I get paid? As a global organisation, starting salaries and subsequent payment structures vary by region and location. However, be assured that the complete package offered will be competitive. Do you offer financial sponsorship? We do not sponsor university students. However, if you join us on an internship and are then accepted onto our Graduate Development Framework, we may offer you a final year bursary. What can I expect the dress code to be? This depends on where you work. It varies from Weir-branded work wear to standard business wear. Will you help me relocate? We offer information and guidance on local accommodation at most of our main locations, but no financial assistance. Can you help me find somewhere to live? Most of our main locations keep information on local accommodation. For internships, we will try and make arrangements with a local college or university for your short-term accommodation needs. At what stage of my degree should I apply for a summer internship? In at least your second year of study, and you must still be studying ie, not finished your degree. Summer internship placements are typically weeks long. I am an undergraduate in my first year. Can I apply for an internship? We are looking for candidates in at least their second year of study, and you must still be studying ie, not finished your degree. Internship placements are either 6 months or 12 months long. How can I join the Weir Group if I feel that I am not suited to the Graduate Development Framework? We offer other opportunities for you to join the Weir Group. Just check our website at and take a look at the general careers section.

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27 Join us on our journey to excellence Embark on a career with the Weir Group, and you can expect the highest quality training and professional development, fantastic opportunities to work with clients and colleagues worldwide, and the reward of being part of one of the fastest-growing engineering companies in the FTSE 100. For all the latest opportunities, check our website:

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