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TRANSNET VACANCIES
TRANSNET
SNR SPECIALIST: REGULATION & COMPLIANCE
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: LEG, Regulations and Compliance 1, GRP
Location: Johannesburg
Reporting To: General Manager: Compliance
Grade: C
Reference: req4431
The closing date is on 27/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To provide support and assistance to the General Manager: Regulation and Compliance to:
• proactively manage the impact of regulation on Transnet, monitor and analyse regulatory and policy requirements and provide support to ensure that Transnet's regulated businesses are not negatively impacted by emerging or existing public policy and regulatory requirements.
• assist the Board and Management in discharging their responsibility to comply with legislative and regulatory requirements that are applicable to Transnet.
Position Outputs
1. Monitor the regulatory environment to identify new applicable legislative, policy and regulatory items and amendments to existing items, provide advice in respect of regulatory impact and update Transnet’s regulatory universe where required.
2. Provide proactive, strategic input and develop Transnet strategic positions to influence Government and Regulators in the development of new legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks, approaches, guidelines, standards and methodologies.
3. Analyze applicable legislation, policy and regulatory requirements and the implications thereof on the compliance function in order to ensure that adequate controls can be built and implemented in affected ODs and TCC functions.
4. Facilitate awareness of new legislative and regulatory requirements to the ODs and TCC functions to safeguard organization compliance and to ensure that the relevant compliance implementation plans are developed to mitigate against the risks and impacts of the legislative and regulatory requirements.
5. Develop Compliance Control Management Plans in accordance with the GACP guidelines and periodically review and update same in accordance with regulatory- and business process changes.
6. Develop training material and provide quality assurance on all training material as developed for compliance roll-out to ensure that the training addresses specific regulatory compliance requirements/issues.
7. Develop and maintain relationships with key regulators and maintain an up to date register of all Regulators.
8. Provide guidance, advice and support on the development of regulatory methodologies, i.e. tariff, permit fee and asset valuation methodologies and monitor compliance with the applicable methodologies.
9. Review new business and company strategies and plans for compliance with regulatory requirements.
10. Develop and implement the Compliance Monitoring Plan to proactively provide assurance that the organization’s compliance control frameworks are adequate and effective; and also implemented in an effective manner to ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements and internal process obligations.
11. Regularly track and monitor adherence to regulatory requirements, identify non-compliance matters and the possible consequences, including findings and penalties by Regulators, provide recommendations and track implementation of findings and recommendations emanating from internal monitoring and regulator inspections.
12. Develop, maintain and monitor the Company Policy Framework to ensure that the organization’s internal policies are developed in line with the set guidelines and standards; and monitor that the policies are valid at all times and accessible to all employees.
13. Conduct research and track international / best practice trends in the regulatory and compliance environment
14. Provide input into the development of the Regulation and Compliance strategy, policies, standards and operational plans.
15. Draft reports to Board and Management on regulatory developments and the status of the organization’s compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements in line with the CLO escalation model.
Qualifications and Experience
• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7)
• Post graduate degree will be an advantage
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a compliance or regulation role in a large enterprise of which at least 5 years is at a senior managerial level
• People management experience will be an advantage
• Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.
Competencies
• Compliance Strategy, Structuring and Governance • Regulatory Analysis • Regulatory Compliance Risk Management • Regulatory Compliance Monitoring • Stakeholder Relationship Management • Internal Monitoring, Evaluation and Improvement.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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SNR SPECIALIST: REGULATION & COMPLIANCE
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: LEG, Regulations and Compliance 1, GRP
Location: Johannesburg
Reporting To: General Manager: Compliance
Grade: C
Reference: req4431
The closing date is on 27/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To provide support and assistance to the General Manager: Regulation and Compliance to:
• proactively manage the impact of regulation on Transnet, monitor and analyse regulatory and policy requirements and provide support to ensure that Transnet's regulated businesses are not negatively impacted by emerging or existing public policy and regulatory requirements.
• assist the Board and Management in discharging their responsibility to comply with legislative and regulatory requirements that are applicable to Transnet.
Position Outputs
1. Monitor the regulatory environment to identify new applicable legislative, policy and regulatory items and amendments to existing items, provide advice in respect of regulatory impact and update Transnet’s regulatory universe where required.
2. Provide proactive, strategic input and develop Transnet strategic positions to influence Government and Regulators in the development of new legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks, approaches, guidelines, standards and methodologies.
3. Analyze applicable legislation, policy and regulatory requirements and the implications thereof on the compliance function in order to ensure that adequate controls can be built and implemented in affected ODs and TCC functions.
4. Facilitate awareness of new legislative and regulatory requirements to the ODs and TCC functions to safeguard organization compliance and to ensure that the relevant compliance implementation plans are developed to mitigate against the risks and impacts of the legislative and regulatory requirements.
5. Develop Compliance Control Management Plans in accordance with the GACP guidelines and periodically review and update same in accordance with regulatory- and business process changes.
6. Develop training material and provide quality assurance on all training material as developed for compliance roll-out to ensure that the training addresses specific regulatory compliance requirements/issues.
7. Develop and maintain relationships with key regulators and maintain an up to date register of all Regulators.
8. Provide guidance, advice and support on the development of regulatory methodologies, i.e. tariff, permit fee and asset valuation methodologies and monitor compliance with the applicable methodologies.
9. Review new business and company strategies and plans for compliance with regulatory requirements.
10. Develop and implement the Compliance Monitoring Plan to proactively provide assurance that the organization’s compliance control frameworks are adequate and effective; and also implemented in an effective manner to ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements and internal process obligations.
11. Regularly track and monitor adherence to regulatory requirements, identify non-compliance matters and the possible consequences, including findings and penalties by Regulators, provide recommendations and track implementation of findings and recommendations emanating from internal monitoring and regulator inspections.
12. Develop, maintain and monitor the Company Policy Framework to ensure that the organization’s internal policies are developed in line with the set guidelines and standards; and monitor that the policies are valid at all times and accessible to all employees.
13. Conduct research and track international / best practice trends in the regulatory and compliance environment
14. Provide input into the development of the Regulation and Compliance strategy, policies, standards and operational plans.
15. Draft reports to Board and Management on regulatory developments and the status of the organization’s compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements in line with the CLO escalation model.
Qualifications and Experience
• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7)
• Post graduate degree will be an advantage
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a compliance or regulation role in a large enterprise of which at least 5 years is at a senior managerial level
• People management experience will be an advantage
• Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.
Competencies
• Compliance Strategy, Structuring and Governance • Regulatory Analysis • Regulatory Compliance Risk Management • Regulatory Compliance Monitoring • Stakeholder Relationship Management • Internal Monitoring, Evaluation and Improvement.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE SHED ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Inside B-NSE
Location: Nsese
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTP
Reference: req4382
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To assist the Shedman with the shunting movements of locomotives within a specified loco area in order to contribute to a safe and effective locomotive utilisation.
Position Outputs
1.Ensure that the locomotives and fuelling area are clean and safe to perform shunting movements so as to contribute to effective locomotive utilisation. 2.Assist the Shedman in the preparation, allocation and delivering of locomotives to train personnel and to loco maintenance staff according to train & maintenance plans to ensure availability of roadworthy locomotives. 3.Execute Shunting activities of the locomotives according to the Shedman instructions and laid down instructions and train working rules. 4.Assist the Shedman in the safety of the Locomotives and other related equipment within the shedding area according to the safety standards and trains working rules 5.Assist the Shedman with placing of the Locomotives by operating hand signals where applicable 6.Carries out good housekeeping to ensure the working area, locomotives and other tools/equipment are kept clean and tidy after all work has been completed according to the operational plan and safety procedures 7.Ensure safe working environment - Ensure that all working activities take place according to relevant legislation and compliance procedures and policies – Identify unsafe conditions on locomotives, track and overhead 8.Couple locomotives accordingly by opening & coupling of buffers, couple airbrakes and jumper cables 9.Uncouple locomotives by ensuring that air cocks are closed and air pipes, jumper cables and buffers are uncoupled too 10.To inspect the fuel level and fuel the locomotive/s to ensure that there is enough fuel and ensure diesel locomotives are sufficient filled with fuel and sand 11.Effectively operate points for locomotive shunting movements (according to SWP) to ensure that the points blade is against the stock rail or opened in line of the locomotive direction to prevent derailment. 12.Safeguard the stabled locomotive i.e.: applying the hand brake, place scotches underneath the wheels according to SWP and to prevent run away of locomotives 13.Test the auxiliary equipment
Qualifications and Experience
1. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: a) Grade 10 and or b) 6yrs in the Operations environment. 2. FUNCTIONAL TRAINING: a) Be prepared to successfully undergo shed Assistant training duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Shed Assistant 3. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: b) Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. c) Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments)
Competencies
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: KNOWLEDGE: a) Yard and siding layout b) Breakdowns/section work c) Road / Route knowledge d) Shunting procedures e) Locomotive classes f) Wagon types g) Integrated Train Plan h) Brake systems i) Train workings j) Vehicle Management policy k) Protective Equipment l) Uniform clothing policy m)Act 85 / 16 RSR related legislation n) SANS 3004 (human factor) o) Be aware of internal HC policies p) Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS: q) Attention to detail r) Planning and Organising s) Time management t) Interpersonal skills u) English Literacy v) Communication (written and spoken) w) Judgement x) Reasoning y) Numerical / Ability to Calculate z) Observation aa) Psychomotor skills (reactions/coordination) bb) Depth perception psychomotor ATTRIBUTES: cc) Stress handling dd) Self-management ee) Safety conscious ff) Punctual gg) Willing to work shifts hh) Results orientated
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew-BFZ
Location: Belfast
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4297
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotives consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customer needs.
Position Outputs
1. Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. • Couple locomotive • Sign on duty • Despatch locomotives
2. Prepare locomotives. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. • Assist with locomotive brake tests.
3. Prepare communication equipment. • Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. • Check functionality of communication equipment
4. Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. • Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I. Mount telemeters where necessary II. Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III. Mount train indicators IV. Examine train. V. Do brake test in conjunction with train driver.
5. Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. • Obtain works order. • Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. • Update vehicle list • Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding
6. Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. • Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. • Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. • Reset locomotive trip outs. • Observe safe running of train. • Protect train during incidents. • Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances.
7. Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent.
8. Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route.
9. Assist in performing various administration duties.
10. Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: 1. Various communications systems 2. Depot layout 3. Locomotive classes 4. Locomotive equipment 5. Route/road 6. Sections/stations and sidings 7. Signing on duty procedures 8. Train working rules. 9. Trip report 10. Yard and siding layout 11. Knowledge of general TFR policies 12. Shunting procedures 13. Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory 14. Health and Safety Act 85 15. First Aid 16. Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17. SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18. HC Policies and procedures 19. Train service/ITP 20. Training workings 21. Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling b) Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) c) Observation d) Shunting movement e) Train handling skills f) Time management g) Stress handling h) Assessment i) Literacy j) Communication k) Judgement l) Reasoning m) Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) n) Concentration o) Observation p) Spatial q) Depth perception psychomotor r) Numerical s) Train /locomotive handling and preparation t) Problem solving u) Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew-BFZ
Location: Belfast
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4297
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotives consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customer needs.
Position Outputs
1. Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. • Couple locomotive • Sign on duty • Despatch locomotives
2. Prepare locomotives. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. • Assist with locomotive brake tests.
3. Prepare communication equipment. • Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. • Check functionality of communication equipment
4. Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. • Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I. Mount telemeters where necessary II. Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III. Mount train indicators IV. Examine train. V. Do brake test in conjunction with train driver.
5. Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. • Obtain works order. • Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. • Update vehicle list • Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding
6. Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. • Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. • Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. • Reset locomotive trip outs. • Observe safe running of train. • Protect train during incidents. • Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances.
7. Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent.
8. Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route.
9. Assist in performing various administration duties.
10. Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: 1. Various communications systems 2. Depot layout 3. Locomotive classes 4. Locomotive equipment 5. Route/road 6. Sections/stations and sidings 7. Signing on duty procedures 8. Train working rules. 9. Trip report 10. Yard and siding layout 11. Knowledge of general TFR policies 12. Shunting procedures 13. Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory 14. Health and Safety Act 85 15. First Aid 16. Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17. SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18. HC Policies and procedures 19. Train service/ITP 20. Training workings 21. Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling b) Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) c) Observation d) Shunting movement e) Train handling skills f) Time management g) Stress handling h) Assessment i) Literacy j) Communication k) Judgement l) Reasoning m) Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) n) Concentration o) Observation p) Spatial q) Depth perception psychomotor r) Numerical s) Train /locomotive handling and preparation t) Problem solving u) Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew A-LDR
Location: Lydenburg
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4290
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotives consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customer needs.
Position Outputs
1. Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. • Couple locomotive • Sign on duty • Despatch locomotives
2. Prepare locomotives. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. • Assist with locomotive brake tests.
3. Prepare communication equipment. • Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. • Check functionality of communication equipment
4. Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. • Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I. Mount telemeters where necessary II. Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III. Mount train indicators IV. Examine train. V. Do brake test in conjunction with train driver.
5. Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. • Obtain works order. • Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. • Update vehicle list • Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding
6. Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. • Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. • Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. • Reset locomotive trip outs. • Observe safe running of train. • Protect train during incidents. • Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances.
7. Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent.
8. Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route.
9. Assist in performing various administration duties.
10. Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioral Risk Assessment)
Competencies
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: KNOWLEDGE ; 1. Various communications systems 2. Depot layout 3. Locomotive classes 4. Locomotive equipment 5. Route/road 6. Sections/stations and sidings 7. Signing on duty procedures 8. Train working rules. 9. Trip report 10. Yard and siding layout 11. Knowledge of general TFR policies 12. Shunting procedures 13. Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraintson the particular territory 14. Health and Safety Act 85 15. First Aid 16. Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17. SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18. HC Policies and procedures 19. Train service/ITP 20. Training workings 21. Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: (a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling (b). Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) (c) .Observation (d). Shunting movement (e). Train handling skills (f) .Time management (g). Stress handling (h .Assessment (i).Literacy (j). Communication (k). Judgement (l). Reasoning (m) .Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) (n) .Concentration (o) .Observation (p). Spatial (q) .Depth perception psychomotor (r) .Numerical (s). Train /locomotive handling and preparation (t). Problem solving (u). Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew A-LDR
Location: Lydenburg
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4290
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotives consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customer needs.
Position Outputs
1. Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. • Couple locomotive • Sign on duty • Despatch locomotives
2. Prepare locomotives. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. • Assist with locomotive brake tests.
3. Prepare communication equipment. • Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. • Check functionality of communication equipment
4. Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. • Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I. Mount telemeters where necessary II. Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III. Mount train indicators IV. Examine train. V. Do brake test in conjunction with train driver.
5. Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. • Obtain works order. • Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. • Update vehicle list • Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding
6. Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. • Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. • Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. • Reset locomotive trip outs. • Observe safe running of train. • Protect train during incidents. • Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances.
7. Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent.
8. Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route.
9. Assist in performing various administration duties.
10. Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioral Risk Assessment)
Competencies
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: KNOWLEDGE ; 1. Various communications systems 2. Depot layout 3. Locomotive classes 4. Locomotive equipment 5. Route/road 6. Sections/stations and sidings 7. Signing on duty procedures 8. Train working rules. 9. Trip report 10. Yard and siding layout 11. Knowledge of general TFR policies 12. Shunting procedures 13. Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraintson the particular territory 14. Health and Safety Act 85 15. First Aid 16. Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17. SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18. HC Policies and procedures 19. Train service/ITP 20. Training workings 21. Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: (a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling (b). Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) (c) .Observation (d). Shunting movement (e). Train handling skills (f) .Time management (g). Stress handling (h .Assessment (i).Literacy (j). Communication (k). Judgement (l). Reasoning (m) .Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) (n) .Concentration (o) .Observation (p). Spatial (q) .Depth perception psychomotor (r) .Numerical (s). Train /locomotive handling and preparation (t). Problem solving (u). Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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ENTERPRISE ARCHITECT
Operating Division: TPT POD Corporate H/O
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: ICT
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Senior Manager: Ent Architect & Strategy
Grade: E
Reference: req4424
The closing date is on 27/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
The Enterprise Architect provides guidance, road maps, principles, standards and best practices. They are focused on enabling business and IT leaders to make investment decisions that balance and priorities current operational demands, disruptions, and opportunities with the longer-term strategic vision of the organisation
Position Outputs
The Architecture Domains in Transnet span 6 domains: • Business • Data/Information • Applications • Technology Infrastructure • Integration • Security
1. Deliver models(blueprint) that describe the current and future state of the enterprise • Identifying and analysing of the organisation’s Business drivers and business development strategies (so as to derive useful business context). • Analysing of the current IT ecosystem to detect critical deficiencies and Pain Points. • Recommending solutions for overall Business and Technology innovation and optimisation/improvement that will increase sustainability and prepare for future expansion. • Align with the organisation’s technology and governance strategies, policies and standards – or direct necessary changes to these. • Delivering transition views (models) that are an interim view, in between the current state and a future state.
2. Oversight and Guidance of the Integration of the Architecture Domains • Ensuring that the architecture of the enterprise is optimised, it is essential that all Architecture Domains (Business Architecture, Data Architecture, Application architecture, Technology Architecture) integrate (and inter-operate) in a cost effective manner, with minimum effort and maximum benefit to the organisation.
3. Provide vision and insight to proactively assist in defining the direction for projects • Guiding the technology, design patterns, design constructs and the (re-usable) solution building blocks that make up a Solution Architecture, defining a conceptual Solution Architecture.
4. Deliver Innovation and Optimisation • Keeping up to date with and having a clear understanding of the capabilities and benefits of new/emerging technologies in order to apply same in a business context.
5. Business Case Development • Provide assistance in business case development (i.e., research, data collection). Provide factual content to the feasibility studies that are needed for standard development projects and enhancements.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering or a related discipline with an Information Technology focus. • 6 to 8 years of experience in IT, with a minimum of two years in Business Process Design. • Project Management Certification preferable. TOGAF Certification preferable. • Experience with technical solution and process redesign methods and tools. • Three to five years of demonstrated management / supervisory experience in system management. Recognition of competence Number of years with lesser or lower qualification Relevant qualification (NQF 6) 8 yrs relevant and solid experience with at least 3 yrs at managerial level or specialist experience.
Competencies
• Self-Starter • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written • Strong analytical skills • Deadline driven • Advanced computer literacy • Decision-making and proactive thinking • Facilitation skills • Cross-functional skills – working knowledge of Transnet Port Terminals process • Knowledge of all components of enterprise architecture, business re-engineering principles and processes, and basic knowledge of financial models and budgeting. • Interpersonal skills, especially the ability to deal with customers and colleagues at different levels of seniority • Relationship building skills • Leadership skills
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
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TRAINEE SHED ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew A-LDR
Location: Lydenburg
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTP
Reference: req4381
The closing date is on. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To assist the Shedman with the shunting movements of locomotives within a specified loco area in order to contribute to a safe and effective locomotive utilisation.
Position Outputs
1.Ensure that the locomotives and fuelling area are clean and safe to perform shunting movements so as to contribute to effective locomotive utilisation. 2.Assist the Shedman in the preparation, allocation and delivering of locomotives to train personnel and to loco maintenance staff according to train & maintenance plans to ensure availability of roadworthy locomotives. 3.Execute Shunting activities of the locomotives according to the Shedman instructions and laid down instructions and train working rules. 4.Assist the Shedman in the safety of the Locomotives and other related equipment within the shedding area according to the safety standards and trains working rules 5.Assist the Shedman with placing of the Locomotives by operating hand signals where applicable 6.Carries out good housekeeping to ensure the working area, locomotives and other tools/equipment are kept clean and tidy after all work has been completed according to the operational plan and safety procedures. 7.Ensure safe working environment - Ensure that all working activities take place according to relevant legislation and compliance procedures and policies – Identify unsafe conditions on locomotives, track and overhead 8.Couple locomotives accordingly by opening & coupling of buffers, couple airbrakes and jumper cables 9.Uncouple locomotives by ensuring that air cocks are closed and air pipes, jumper cables and buffers are uncoupled too 10.To inspect the fuel level and fuel the locomotive/s to ensure that there is enough fuel and ensure diesel locomotives are sufficient filled with fuel and sand 11.Effectively operate points for locomotive shunting movements (according to SWP) to ensure that the points blade is against the stock rail or opened in line of the locomotive direction to prevent derailment. 12.Safeguard the stabled locomotive i.e.: applying the hand brake, place scotches underneath the wheels according to SWP and to prevent run away of locomotives. 13.Test the auxiliary equipment
Qualifications and Experience
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: • Grade 10 and or • 06 yrs in the Operations environment. 2. FUNCTIONAL TRAINING: • Be prepared to successfully undergo Shed Assistant training duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Shed Assistant 3. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioral risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. • Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments)
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE • Yard and siding layout • Breakdowns/section work • Road / Route knowledge • Shunting procedures • Locomotive classes • Wagon types • Integrated Train Plan • Brake systems • Train workings • Vehicle Management policy • Protective Equipment • Uniform clothing policy • Act 85 / 16 RSR related legislation • SANS 3004 (human factor) • Be aware of internal HC policies • Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS • Attention to detail • Planning and Organizing • Time management • Interpersonal skills • English Literacy • Communication (written and spoken) • Judgement • Reasoning • Numerical / Ability to Calculate • Observation • Psychomotor skills (reactions/coordination) • Depth perception psychomotor ATTRIBUTES • Stress handling • Self-management • Safety conscious • Punctual • Willing to work shifts • Results orientated
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew E-NLP
Location: Nelspruit
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4291
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotive consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customers’ needs.
Position Outputs
1.Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. •Determine which locomotive to be prepared. •Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. •Check and supplement prescribed equipment. •Clean working area •Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. •Couple locomotive •Sign on duty •Despatch locomotive 2.Prepare locomotives. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. • Assist with locomotive brake tests. 3.Prepare communication equipment. •Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. •Check functionality of communication equipment 4.Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. •Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I.Mount telemeters where necessary II.Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III.Mount train indicators IV.Examine train. V.Do brake test in conjunction with train driver. 5.Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. •Obtain works order. •Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. •Update vehicle list •Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding 6.Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. •Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. •Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. •Reset locomotive trip outs. •Observe safe running of train. •Protect train during incidents. •Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances. 7.Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent. 8.Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route. 9.Assist in performing various administration duties. 10.Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioral risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioral risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: 1. Various communications systems 2. Depot layout 3. Locomotive classes 4. Locomotive equipment 5. Route/road 6. Sections/stations and sidings 7. Signing on duty procedures 8. Train working rules. 9. Trip report 10. Yard and siding layout 11. Knowledge of general TFR policies 12. Shunting procedures 13. Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory 14. Health and Safety Act 85 15. First Aid 16. Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17. SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18. HC Policies and procedures 19. Train service/ITP 20. Training workings 21. Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling b) Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) c) Observation d) Shunting movement e) Train handling skills f) Time management g) Stress handling h) Assessment i) Literacy j) Communication k) Judgement l) Reasoning m) Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) n) Concentration o) Observation p) Spatial q) Depth perception psychomotor r) Numerical s) Train /locomotive handling and preparation t) Problem solving u) Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew E-NLP
Location: Nelspruit
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4291
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotive consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customers’ needs.
Position Outputs
1.Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. •Determine which locomotive to be prepared. •Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. •Check and supplement prescribed equipment. •Clean working area •Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. •Couple locomotive •Sign on duty •Despatch locomotive 2.Prepare locomotives. • Determine which locomotive to be prepared. • Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. • Check and supplement prescribed equipment. • Clean working area • Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. • Assist with locomotive brake tests. 3.Prepare communication equipment. •Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. •Check functionality of communication equipment 4.Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. •Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I.Mount telemeters where necessary II.Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III.Mount train indicators IV.Examine train. V.Do brake test in conjunction with train driver. 5.Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. •Obtain works order. •Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. •Update vehicle list •Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding 6.Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. •Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. •Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. •Reset locomotive trip outs. •Observe safe running of train. •Protect train during incidents. •Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances. 7.Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent. 8.Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route. 9.Assist in performing various administration duties. 10.Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioral risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioral risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: 1. Various communications systems 2. Depot layout 3. Locomotive classes 4. Locomotive equipment 5. Route/road 6. Sections/stations and sidings 7. Signing on duty procedures 8. Train working rules. 9. Trip report 10. Yard and siding layout 11. Knowledge of general TFR policies 12. Shunting procedures 13. Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory 14. Health and Safety Act 85 15. First Aid 16. Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17. SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18. HC Policies and procedures 19. Train service/ITP 20. Training workings 21. Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling b) Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) c) Observation d) Shunting movement e) Train handling skills f) Time management g) Stress handling h) Assessment i) Literacy j) Communication k) Judgement l) Reasoning m) Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) n) Concentration o) Observation p) Spatial q) Depth perception psychomotor r) Numerical s) Train /locomotive handling and preparation t) Problem solving u) Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew B-WTB
Location: Waterval Boven
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4278
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotive consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customers’ needs.
Position Outputs
1.Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. •Determine which locomotive to be prepared. •Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. •Check and supplement prescribed equipment. •Clean working area •Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. •Couple locomotive •Sign on duty •Despatch locomotive
2.Prepare locomotives. •Determine which locomotive to be prepared. •Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. •Check and supplement prescribed equipment. •Clean working area •Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. •Assist with locomotive brake tests. 3.Prepare communication equipment. •Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. •Check functionality of communication equipment
4.Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. •Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I.Mount telemeters where necessary II.Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III.Mount train indicators IV.Examine train. V.Do brake test in conjunction with train driver. 5.Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. •Obtain works order. •Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. •Update vehicle list •Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding
6.Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. •Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. •Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. •Reset locomotive trip outs. •Observe safe running of train. •Protect train during incidents. •Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances. 7.Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent. 8.Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route. 9.Assist in performing various administration duties. 10.Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: 1.Various communications systems 2.Depot layout 3.Locomotive classes 4.Locomotive equipment 5.Route/road 6.Sections/stations and sidings 7.Signing on duty procedures 8.Train working rules. 9.Trip report 10.Yard and siding layout 11.Knowledge of general TFR policies 12.Shunting procedures 13.Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory 14.Health and Safety Act 85 15.First Aid 16.Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17.SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18.HC Policies and procedures 19.Train service/ITP 20.Training workings 21.Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling b) Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) c) Observation d) Shunting movement e) Train handling skills f) Time management g) Stress handling h) Assessment i) Literacy j) Communication k) Judgement l) Reasoning m) Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) n) Concentration o) Observation p) Spatial q) Depth perception psychomotor r) Numerical s) Train /locomotive handling and preparation t) Problem solving u) Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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TRAINEE TRAIN ASSISTANT
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Train Crew A-KTR
Location: Komatipoort
Reporting To: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT
Reference: req4274
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotive consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customers’ needs.
Position Outputs
1.Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. •Determine which locomotive to be prepared. •Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. •Check and supplement prescribed equipment. •Clean working area •Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests. •Couple locomotive •Sign on duty •Despatch locomotive
2.Prepare locomotives. •Determine which locomotive to be prepared. •Obtain and place equipment on locomotive. •Check and supplement prescribed equipment. •Clean working area •Assist with starting up of locomotives as prescribed. •Assist with locomotive brake tests.
3.Prepare communication equipment. •Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. •Check functionality of communication equipment
4.Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards. •Attach/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of guard personnel. I.Mount telemeters where necessary II.Complete vehicle list and vacuum form III.Mount train indicators IV.Examine train. V.Do brake test in conjunction with train driver.
5.Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. •Obtain works order. •Perform shunting/placing/removing of trucks as per works order. •Update vehicle list •Place and clear load/empty trucks at siding
6.Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. •Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver. •Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives. •Reset locomotive trip outs. •Observe safe running of train. •Protect train during incidents. •Assist Train Driver during emergency circumstances.
7.Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent.
8.Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route.
9.Assist in performing various administration duties.
10.Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section Manager at sign – off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.
Qualifications and Experience
1. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS •Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science 2.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments) •The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake Train driver or train control duties (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) 3.THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM TRAINEE PRE – REQUISITE: •The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall. •Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards) •Ability to carry heavy objects. 4.FUNCTIONAL TRAINING •Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant •Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant 5.OTHER REQUIREMENTS •Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. •Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: 1. Various communications systems 2. Depot layout 3. Locomotive classes 4. Locomotive equipment 5. Route/road 6. Sections/stations and sidings 7. Signing on duty procedures 8. Train working rules. 9. Trip report 10. Yard and siding layout 11. Knowledge of general TFR policies 12. Shunting procedures 13. Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory 14. Health and Safety Act 85 15. First Aid 16. Basic conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) 17. SANS 3004 (Human Factors) 18. HC Policies and procedures 19. Train service/ITP 20. Training workings 21. Substance Abuse policy and procedures SKILLS REQUIRED: a) Locomotive coupling and uncoupling b) Locomotive preparations (Electrical and Diesel) c) Observation d) Shunting movement e) Train handling skills f) Time management g) Stress handling h) Assessment i) Literacy j) Communication k) Judgement l) Reasoning m) Psychomotor skills(reactions/coordination) n) Concentration o) Observation p) Spatial q) Depth perception psychomotor r) Numerical s) Train /locomotive handling and preparation t) Problem solving u) Electrical; and diesel locomotive driving ATTRIBUTES: 1. Stress handling 2. Self-management 3. Safety conscious 4. Punctual 5. Willing to work shifts. 6. Results orientated.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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SERVICE DESK AGENT
Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
Employee Group: Non-Permanent
Department: TR-ICT-Governance, Risk, Compliance-PKT
Location: Parktown
Reporting To: Head: Governance, Risk, Compliance & Cyb
Grade: FTMH2X
Reference: req4231
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To provide first line ICT technical troubleshooting, support and resolving to client service request, analyse, diagnose and resolve client faults timeously with which may vary from straight forward to more complex service request/faults. Ensure clients satisfaction to the Transnet community nationally. Respond to large volumes of service request within acceptable norms whilst also ensuring a high degree of client satisfaction.
Position Outputs
• Identify, diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues on 1st Level Basis. • Acknowledge, resolve and cascade reported service requests timeously. • Verify, investigate, and provide first time resolution (where applicable) on Transnet deployed applications (e.g. ITSM tolls challenges). • Accept user faults and requests (telephonically, email, self-service, and walk-ins (where applicable). • Determine the type of ticket, prioritise and assign to relevant function, support group or service provider (as per approved process or work instruction) and issue a ticket reference number/s. • Contribute to administration of help and service desk processes and procedures, management of documents versions, standby documentation and service request forms. • Maintain (verifying user information while logging a ticket) user information captured in the tool in line with legislation (POPIA) as per approved process. • To provide a single point of contact for end-users (log, and record tickets to the Service Desk tool currently in use by the organisation). • Render telephonic assistance to users by resolving an pertinent desktop issues e.g. MS Office Applications, file, Internet Access, Network Connectivity etc. • Acknowledge, record and categorise reported issues with providing solutions and where necessary cascade to 2nd Level Support. • To provide first level support on devices, and application deployed in the Transnet environment (installing, diagnosing, repairing and upgrading). • Contribute to the improvement of processes pertaining to the service desk and first level support initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience • Diploma (NQF6) in IT or equivalent • Knowledge of Microsoft products • Knowledge of an IT service management tool an advantage • Microsoft A+ and N+ Advantageous • 1 – 2 years of working experience or customer services experience. Standard Job Requirement • Travel as required and approved.
Competencies
Knowledge • Meeting procedures • Telephone etiquette • Customer centricity • Data & Voice Network skills • Knowledge of service level agreement-advantage Skills Required • Computer literacy • Agility • Communication • Decision making • Planning • Relationship Management • Report Writing
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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