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DAY HOIST OPERATOR
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: NGQ, Hoist Operations, DNR
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Hoist Instructor/Supervisor
Grade: I1X
Reference: req4395
The closing date is on 25/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
· Operating the helicopter hoist by DAY with vertical operating reference of the hoist cable, with a marine pilot hanging from the strop/cargo from the cargo hook, whilst verbally positioning the Helicopter over the agreed hoisting area onto and from a moving, rolling and pitching vessel.
· Maintaining situational awareness of all hazardous conditions surrounding the operating area and then safely landing and dropping the hoisted marine pilot/cargo onto the vessel in accordance with TNPA Standard Operating Procedures. Application of Civil Aviation Regulations as well as the National ports act No. 12 of 2005. Ensuring Port efficiency with regards to operation of TNPA helicopter service.
Position Outputs
· Testing of Truck and Aircraft Fuel samples
· Pre-flight inspection of TNPA helicopter and Hoist
· Helicopter Hoist bumper, cycles and Engine cycles data collection
· Daily Helicopter Compressor wash
· Weekly maintenance of Helicopter Hoist Cable wash/retention
· Operation of Fuel Truck
· Refueling of the Helicopter
· Helicopter Safety briefings for authorized boarding passengers
· Assist at other bases with the duties of a Helicopter Hoist Operation
· Assist engineering department when requested
· Capturing hoist log data
· Safe and accurate pattering of the aircraft over a moving, rolling and pitching vessel under Day Operations
· Safe offshore hoisting of marine pilots stationary and moving vessels under Day Operations in accordance with TNPA Aviation SOP.
· Safe offshore slinging of cargo onto moving, rolling, pitching vessels.
· Conduct Search and Rescue, VIP and Casualty evacuation flights as a Helicopter Hoist Operator in accordance with TNPA requirements under Day Operations.
· Prepare and conduct cabin safety during all operations of flight.
· Render cabin first aid if necessary during patient transfer.
· Compliance with SAMSA and National Ports Act no 12 of 2005
· Ensuring no unauthorized personal are carried on board the Helicopter
Qualifications and Experience
· Grade 12 · English language proficiency. · 1 year General aviation experience. · Proof of previous hoisting experience on helicopters will be an advantage. · Operational knowledge of the functions of TNPA marine pilot services will be advantageous.
Competencies
Attributes: · Decision making · Multi-tasking · Communication · Teamwork · Self-discipline Knowledge required: · Aviation rules and safety guidelines · Helicopter operation procedures & systems. · Port rules · Customer & personal service ·English language proficiency · Radio telephony Skills Required: · Control precision · Good and clear communication ·Hand – arm steadiness · Good Vision · Manual dexterity · Gross body equilibrium · Time management · Active listening ·Accuracy · Good customer service · Good depth perception · Good coordination
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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DAY HOIST OPERATOR
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: NGQ, Hoist Operations, DNR
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Hoist Instructor/Supervisor
Grade: I1X
Reference: req4395
The closing date is on 25/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
· Operating the helicopter hoist by DAY with vertical operating reference of the hoist cable, with a marine pilot hanging from the strop/cargo from the cargo hook, whilst verbally positioning the Helicopter over the agreed hoisting area onto and from a moving, rolling and pitching vessel.
· Maintaining situational awareness of all hazardous conditions surrounding the operating area and then safely landing and dropping the hoisted marine pilot/cargo onto the vessel in accordance with TNPA Standard Operating Procedures. Application of Civil Aviation Regulations as well as the National ports act No. 12 of 2005. Ensuring Port efficiency with regards to operation of TNPA helicopter service.
Position Outputs
· Testing of Truck and Aircraft Fuel samples
· Pre-flight inspection of TNPA helicopter and Hoist
· Helicopter Hoist bumper, cycles and Engine cycles data collection
· Daily Helicopter Compressor wash
· Weekly maintenance of Helicopter Hoist Cable wash/retention
· Operation of Fuel Truck
· Refueling of the Helicopter
· Helicopter Safety briefings for authorized boarding passengers
· Assist at other bases with the duties of a Helicopter Hoist Operation
· Assist engineering department when requested
· Capturing hoist log data
· Safe and accurate pattering of the aircraft over a moving, rolling and pitching vessel under Day Operations
· Safe offshore hoisting of marine pilots stationary and moving vessels under Day Operations in accordance with TNPA Aviation SOP.
· Safe offshore slinging of cargo onto moving, rolling, pitching vessels.
· Conduct Search and Rescue, VIP and Casualty evacuation flights as a Helicopter Hoist Operator in accordance with TNPA requirements under Day Operations.
· Prepare and conduct cabin safety during all operations of flight.
· Render cabin first aid if necessary during patient transfer.
· Compliance with SAMSA and National Ports Act no 12 of 2005
· Ensuring no unauthorized personal are carried on board the Helicopter
Qualifications and Experience
· Grade 12 · English language proficiency. · 1 year General aviation experience. · Proof of previous hoisting experience on helicopters will be an advantage. · Operational knowledge of the functions of TNPA marine pilot services will be advantageous.
Competencies
Attributes: · Decision making · Multi-tasking · Communication · Teamwork · Self-discipline Knowledge required: · Aviation rules and safety guidelines · Helicopter operation procedures & systems. · Port rules · Customer & personal service ·English language proficiency · Radio telephony Skills Required: · Control precision · Good and clear communication ·Hand – arm steadiness · Good Vision · Manual dexterity · Gross body equilibrium · Time management · Active listening ·Accuracy · Good customer service · Good depth perception · Good coordination
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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NIGHT HOIST OPERATOR
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: NGQ, Hoist Operations, DNR
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Hoist Instructor/Supervisor
Grade: I1X
Reference: req4375
The closing date is on 25/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Operating the helicopter hoist by NIGHT with vertical operating reference of the hoist cable, with a marine pilot hanging from the strop/cargo from the cargo hook, whilst verbally positioning the Helicopter over the agreed hoisting area onto a moving, rolling
and pitching vessel.
· Maintaining situational awareness of all hazardous conditions surrounding the operating area and then safely landing the hoisted marine pilot/cargo onto the vessel in accordance with TNPA Standard Operating Procedures. Application of Civil Aviation Regulations as well as the National ports act No. 12 of 2005. Ensuring Port efficiency with regards to operation of TNPA helicopter service
Position Outputs
Testing of Truck and Aircraft Fuel samples
Pre-flight inspection of TNPA helicopter and Hoist
Helicopter Hoist bumper, cycles and Engine cycles data collection
Daily Helicopter Compressor wash
Weekly maintenance of Helicopter Hoist Cable wash/retention
Operation of Fuel Truck
Refueling of the Helicopter
Helicopter Safety briefings for authorized boarding passengers
Assist at other bases with the duties of a Helicopter Hoist Operation
Assist engineering department when requested
Capturing hoist log data
Safe and accurate pattering of the aircraft over a moving, rolling and pitching vessel under Night Operations
Safe offshore hoisting of marine pilots by night onto stationary and moving vessels under Night Operations in accordance with TNPA Aviation SOP.
Safe offshore slinging by night of cargo onto moving, rolling, pitching vessels.
Conduct Search and Rescue, VIP and Casualty evacuation flights as a Helicopter Hoist Operator in accordance with TNPA requirements under Night Operations.
Prepare and conduct cabin safety during all operations of flight.
Render cabin first aid if necessary during patient transfer.
Compliance with SAMSA and National Ports Act no 12 of 2005
Ensuring no unauthorized personal are carried on board the Helicopter
Qualifications and Experience
· Grade 12 · Hold a Hoist Operator Competence certificate on helicopters. · English language proficiency. · 3 years general aviation experience.. · Operational knowledge of the functions of TNPA marine pilot services is an advantage. ·1000 hoists/12 -18 month’s Marine Pilot Service hoisting operational experience.
Competencies
Personal Attributes: · Decision making · Multi-tasking · Communication · Team work · Self-discipline · Fatigue management Knowledge required: · Aviation rules and safety guidelines · Helicopter operation procedures & systems. ·Port rules · Customer & personal service · English language proficiency · Radio telephony Skills Required: · Control precision · Good and clear communication · Hand – arm steadiness · Good Vision · Manual dexterity · Gross body equilibrium · Time management · Active listening · Accuracy · Good customer service · Good depth perception · Good coordination
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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NIGHT HOIST OPERATOR
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: NGQ, Hoist Operations, DNR
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Hoist Instructor/Supervisor
Grade: I1X
Reference: req4375
The closing date is on 25/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Operating the helicopter hoist by NIGHT with vertical operating reference of the hoist cable, with a marine pilot hanging from the strop/cargo from the cargo hook, whilst verbally positioning the Helicopter over the agreed hoisting area onto a moving, rolling
and pitching vessel.
· Maintaining situational awareness of all hazardous conditions surrounding the operating area and then safely landing the hoisted marine pilot/cargo onto the vessel in accordance with TNPA Standard Operating Procedures. Application of Civil Aviation Regulations as well as the National ports act No. 12 of 2005. Ensuring Port efficiency with regards to operation of TNPA helicopter service
Position Outputs
Testing of Truck and Aircraft Fuel samples
Pre-flight inspection of TNPA helicopter and Hoist
Helicopter Hoist bumper, cycles and Engine cycles data collection
Daily Helicopter Compressor wash
Weekly maintenance of Helicopter Hoist Cable wash/retention
Operation of Fuel Truck
Refueling of the Helicopter
Helicopter Safety briefings for authorized boarding passengers
Assist at other bases with the duties of a Helicopter Hoist Operation
Assist engineering department when requested
Capturing hoist log data
Safe and accurate pattering of the aircraft over a moving, rolling and pitching vessel under Night Operations
Safe offshore hoisting of marine pilots by night onto stationary and moving vessels under Night Operations in accordance with TNPA Aviation SOP.
Safe offshore slinging by night of cargo onto moving, rolling, pitching vessels.
Conduct Search and Rescue, VIP and Casualty evacuation flights as a Helicopter Hoist Operator in accordance with TNPA requirements under Night Operations.
Prepare and conduct cabin safety during all operations of flight.
Render cabin first aid if necessary during patient transfer.
Compliance with SAMSA and National Ports Act no 12 of 2005
Ensuring no unauthorized personal are carried on board the Helicopter
Qualifications and Experience
· Grade 12 · Hold a Hoist Operator Competence certificate on helicopters. · English language proficiency. · 3 years general aviation experience.. · Operational knowledge of the functions of TNPA marine pilot services is an advantage. ·1000 hoists/12 -18 month’s Marine Pilot Service hoisting operational experience.
Competencies
Personal Attributes: · Decision making · Multi-tasking · Communication · Team work · Self-discipline · Fatigue management Knowledge required: · Aviation rules and safety guidelines · Helicopter operation procedures & systems. ·Port rules · Customer & personal service · English language proficiency · Radio telephony Skills Required: · Control precision · Good and clear communication · Hand – arm steadiness · Good Vision · Manual dexterity · Gross body equilibrium · Time management · Active listening · Accuracy · Good customer service · Good depth perception · Good coordination
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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SQL & DATABASE PRACTITIONER
Operating Division: TPT POD Corporate H/O
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: TPT, ICT, DBN
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Navis Service Delivery Manager
Grade: G
Reference: req4389
The closing date is on 25/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet SOC operates 9 of its Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) marine terminals and 9 of its Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) inland terminals using Navis N4 as its Terminal Operating System (TOS). End users of the TOS include internal employees and external customers from all over South Africa. The TOS is used in a 24/7 environment for planning and operational execution.
The TOS team is based at TPT’s Head Office in Durban and reports to the Navis Service Delivery Manager.
The SQL & Database Practitioner is responsible for providing support to the SQL Database Administrator and System Administrators / Developers for all the organization’s new and existing SQL databases. The individual plays a crucial role in carrying out scheduled and ad-hoc database related tasks which include querying and extraction of data.
Position Outputs
Administration - Develop and maintain technical and implementation plans. - Update technical documentation on a regular basis to ensure it is current and up to date. - Maintain technical configurations in accordance with related policies and procedures. - Record time allocation per task for project management and capitalization purposes. - Ensure all database change and release management tasks are completed in accordance with the policies and procedures. Contribute and manage database related changes through its lifecycle.
- Contribute to the knowledge base for database administration staff. - Create end-user-friendly documentation that adheres to standard operating procedures (SOP) and best practices. - Create and maintain high-level activity plans with scheduling timelines for project tasks and activities. - Participate in planning sessions to gather and develop database requirements. - Participate in business and technical discussions related to database solutions. - Formulate reports of project technical activities. - Ensure that all pertinent documentation is kept up to date.
2. Technical Support Database Monitoring - Monitor database performance and alert the SQL Database Administrator of any issues. - Assist in identifying and troubleshooting database performance bottlenecks. Backup and Recovery Assistance - Assist in executing backup and recovery procedures under the guidance of the SQL Database Administrator. - Participate in backup and recovery testing procedures.
Security Management Support - Assist in managing database security, including user access control and data encryption. - Help identify and report database security issues. Documentation and Reporting Assistance - Support in maintaining documentation of database configurations, procedures, and standards. - Assist in generating reports on database performance and usage. - Action requests for data related queries and extraction.
3. Database Maintenance Support Routine Maintenance Tasks - Assist in performing routine maintenance tasks such as updating software and applying patches. Data Integrity and Compliance - Support in ensuring data stored in the database is accurate, consistent, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
4. Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution Database Issue Diagnosis - Help diagnose database issues and escalate to the SQL Database Administrator as needed. - Assist in identifying root causes and tracking solutions to prevent recurrence.
5. Collaboration and Coordination Team Collaboration - Collaborate with the SQL Database Administrator and other team members to ensure database solutions meet the organization's needs. - Participate in planning and brainstorming sessions to gather and develop database requirements.
6. Training and Development Skill Development - Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance database administration skills. - Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in database administration.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology/Computer Science (NQF 6) - 3 to 5 years of applicable database administrator related experience - Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. - Advantageous: o Transnet Supervisory Development Programme o Relevant supervisory experience o SQL Server related certification o Microsoft related certification Number of years with lower level certificates/qualification - NQF Level 5 certificate (120 credits) relevant to the position applied for. - Minimum 8 years’ database administrator related experience. - Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. - Advantageous: o Transnet Supervisory Development Programme o Relevant supervisory experience o SQL Server related certification o Microsoft related certification
Competencies
- Structured Query Language (SQL) - Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) - Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and later - SQL Server Management Studio - High Availability and Disaster Recovery options for SQL Server - Performance tuning and optimization - Knowledge management - Communication - Report writing - Conflict management - Change management - Configuration management - ICT Governance - Communication - Analysis & Attention to detail - Problem Solving - Big picture thinking - Drive and Results Orientation - Creativity & Innovation - Critical thinking - Flexibility & adaptability - Excellence & Quality Orientation
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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SQL & DATABASE PRACTITIONER
Operating Division: TPT POD Corporate H/O
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: TPT, ICT, DBN
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Navis Service Delivery Manager
Grade: G
Reference: req4389
The closing date is on 25/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Transnet SOC operates 9 of its Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) marine terminals and 9 of its Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) inland terminals using Navis N4 as its Terminal Operating System (TOS). End users of the TOS include internal employees and external customers from all over South Africa. The TOS is used in a 24/7 environment for planning and operational execution.
The TOS team is based at TPT’s Head Office in Durban and reports to the Navis Service Delivery Manager.
The SQL & Database Practitioner is responsible for providing support to the SQL Database Administrator and System Administrators / Developers for all the organization’s new and existing SQL databases. The individual plays a crucial role in carrying out scheduled and ad-hoc database related tasks which include querying and extraction of data.
Position Outputs
Administration - Develop and maintain technical and implementation plans. - Update technical documentation on a regular basis to ensure it is current and up to date. - Maintain technical configurations in accordance with related policies and procedures. - Record time allocation per task for project management and capitalization purposes. - Ensure all database change and release management tasks are completed in accordance with the policies and procedures. Contribute and manage database related changes through its lifecycle.
- Contribute to the knowledge base for database administration staff. - Create end-user-friendly documentation that adheres to standard operating procedures (SOP) and best practices. - Create and maintain high-level activity plans with scheduling timelines for project tasks and activities. - Participate in planning sessions to gather and develop database requirements. - Participate in business and technical discussions related to database solutions. - Formulate reports of project technical activities. - Ensure that all pertinent documentation is kept up to date.
2. Technical Support Database Monitoring - Monitor database performance and alert the SQL Database Administrator of any issues. - Assist in identifying and troubleshooting database performance bottlenecks. Backup and Recovery Assistance - Assist in executing backup and recovery procedures under the guidance of the SQL Database Administrator. - Participate in backup and recovery testing procedures.
Security Management Support - Assist in managing database security, including user access control and data encryption. - Help identify and report database security issues. Documentation and Reporting Assistance - Support in maintaining documentation of database configurations, procedures, and standards. - Assist in generating reports on database performance and usage. - Action requests for data related queries and extraction.
3. Database Maintenance Support Routine Maintenance Tasks - Assist in performing routine maintenance tasks such as updating software and applying patches. Data Integrity and Compliance - Support in ensuring data stored in the database is accurate, consistent, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
4. Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution Database Issue Diagnosis - Help diagnose database issues and escalate to the SQL Database Administrator as needed. - Assist in identifying root causes and tracking solutions to prevent recurrence.
5. Collaboration and Coordination Team Collaboration - Collaborate with the SQL Database Administrator and other team members to ensure database solutions meet the organization's needs. - Participate in planning and brainstorming sessions to gather and develop database requirements.
6. Training and Development Skill Development - Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance database administration skills. - Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in database administration.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology/Computer Science (NQF 6) - 3 to 5 years of applicable database administrator related experience - Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. - Advantageous: o Transnet Supervisory Development Programme o Relevant supervisory experience o SQL Server related certification o Microsoft related certification Number of years with lower level certificates/qualification - NQF Level 5 certificate (120 credits) relevant to the position applied for. - Minimum 8 years’ database administrator related experience. - Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. - Advantageous: o Transnet Supervisory Development Programme o Relevant supervisory experience o SQL Server related certification o Microsoft related certification
Competencies
- Structured Query Language (SQL) - Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) - Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and later - SQL Server Management Studio - High Availability and Disaster Recovery options for SQL Server - Performance tuning and optimization - Knowledge management - Communication - Report writing - Conflict management - Change management - Configuration management - ICT Governance - Communication - Analysis & Attention to detail - Problem Solving - Big picture thinking - Drive and Results Orientation - Creativity & Innovation - Critical thinking - Flexibility & adaptability - Excellence & Quality Orientation
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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FUNCTION SPECIALIST: INFO & CYBER MNGT
Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: SP-ICT-Info & Cyber Management-PKT
Location: Parktown
Reporting To: Head: Governance, Risk, Compliance & Cyb
Grade: D
Reference: req4277
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 ensure that Transnet Freight Rail’s (TFR) business environment is safe, secure, reliable and resilient through provision of capabilities designed to protect Technology, Information assets and Infrastructure resources by:
Ensuring strategic alignment of information and cyber security in support of business objectives; ensuring availability, confidentiality, integrity, auditability of the TFR’s information systems; ensuring conformity of applicable laws, regulations and standards as well as preventing non repudiation of computer based activities mechanisms. Assisting the business with the selection and implementation of these solutions.
Position Outputs
Strategy · Leads the design, development and implementation of Information and cyber Security Strategy for TFR Operations Technology and Business Systems, Platforms and Infrastructure environment in line with Group ICT Information and Cyber Security Strategy · Lead the design, establishment and implementation of Cyber Security Operations Centre Capabilities designed to ensure monitoring of TFR environment and responsiveness to threats and vulnerabilities identified before an incident occurs. · Align and oversee that all security requirements are met during the IT Strategic Roadmap implementation. · Ensure IT strategies and roadmap initiatives support and are aligned to the security frameworks and policies in place. · Ensure enterprise Information Security Architecture is aligned with IT Strategic Roadmap. · Develop and communicate security strategies and plans to executive team, staff, partners, customers, and stakeholders
Information and Cyber Security Management · Design, Develop and implement information and cyber security framework that adequately addresses the key cyber pillars of Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond and Recover in line with best practice frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, ISO and SABSA / TOGAF. · Oversee and direct information and cyber security activities to execute the information security programme. · Lead the TFR IT security team: plan, organize, assign, supervise and monitor the work of team members · Ensure that the rules of use for information systems and the administrative procedures for information systems comply with the TFR’s information security policies. · Ensure that services provided by other enterprises, including outsourced providers are consistent with established information security policies.
· Define and maintain the security frameworks for Information Security Architecture, Information Security Management and Information Security Technical Operations. · Establish constant vigilance over critical information assets. · Manage the administration of all computer security systems and their corresponding or associated software, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, cryptography systems, and anti-virus software. · Manage the administration of the facility’s security systems and their corresponding equipment or software, including fire alarms, locks, intruder detection systems, sprinkler systems, and anti-theft measures. · Support CIO by managing the IT security architecture through effective information security management and technical security operations functions.
· Establish, control and manage effective mechanisms for resolving all Information security breaches and challenges for TFR. · Ensure effective management of access to information. · Ensure effective information security architectures supported by management and technical operations functions. · Ensure a formal set of processes are in place by which TFR can identify various IT security concerns, gaps and remedial actions to ensure the security of IT operations. · Define and communicate corporate plans, procedures, policies, and standards for the organization for acquiring, implementing, and operating new security systems, equipment, software, and other technologies
Policies and Procedures · Ensure effective IT security frameworks, policies and procedures are in place and updated when necessary. · Ensure security policies/procedures are defined and implemented across business units and processes. · Provide Management Information/Reports to the CIO and Business, where necessary, on the status of Information Security and relevant information.
Reporting · Management and Reporting on information security, cyber breaches and risk mitigation. · Create a culture of high performance, value-for-money, optimisation and innovation in Information and Cyber Security function and manage performance of the team effectively.
People Management · Plan, organise, lead and control subordinate's activities to ensure sub-functional objectives are met or exceeded. · Manage people development initiatives, succession planning, talent management and performance management to meet functional performance standards. · Coach team and create a pro-learning environment. Assess team development needs and close gaps. · Provide technical / professional support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure achievement of functional and organisational objectives.
Stakeholder Management · Build, support and maintain healthy, diverse internal and external relationships (government, authorities and agencies) to ensure achievement of organisational goals. Implement remedial actions where required.
Governance /Compliance/Risk · Monitor and ensure adherence to statutory regulations, organisational standards, policies and procedures. · Ensure remedial actions are implemented timeously to address non-conformances. · Establish and maintain a framework to provided assurance that information security strategies are aligned with business objectives and consistent with applicable laws and regulations. · Identity current and potential legal and regulatory issues affecting information and cyber security and assess their impact on the TFR business and operations. · Establish and maintain information security policies that support business goals and objectives. · Identify and manage information security risks to achieve business objectives: · Develop systematic, analytical and continuous risk management process. · Ensure that risk identification, analysis and mitigation activities are integrated in projects and processes life cycle.
Identify and analyze risks through suitable and recommended methods · Ensure effective and regular communication of new statutory regulations, organisational standards, policies and procedures to ensure full awareness amongst stakeholders. Financial Management · Develop and manage OPEX budget. · Track and monitor expenditure. · Provide input into ICT overall budget including CAPEX
Information and Cyber Security Programme Management · Design, develop and implement execution of the information and cyber security programme in line with the ICS Strategy and Roadmap · Establish and maintain plans to implement the information and cyber security governance framework. · Design, develop and implement information and cyber security awareness mindset and culture to ensure that business users are vigilant and cyber threat aware. · Define annual information security budget and obtain Information Security Steering Committee approval. · Establish and manage capability to response to and recover from disruptive and destructive information systems events: · Design, elaborate and implement processes for detecting, identifying and analyzing security related events.
· Develop response and recovery plans including organizing, training, and equipping teams. · Ensure periodic testing of the response and recovery plans where appropriate. · Remain informed on trends and issues in the security industry, including current and emerging technologies and prices. Advise, counsel, and educate executive and management teams on their relative importance and financial impact.
Response Management · Design, develop, coordinate, maintain and supervise implementation of Information and Cyber Security Response Plans in case of Cyber Security Incident. · Develop response and recovery plans including organizing, training, and equipping teams. · Establish and manage capability to response to and recover from disruptive and destructive information systems events: · Design, elaborate and implement processes for detecting, identifying and analyzing security related events. · Ensure periodic testing of the response and recovery plans where appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent qualification in Information Technology and/or Computer Science • Post-Graduate qualification an added advantage Certifications (at least one of the certificates issued by a recognized professional organization) • A Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) and/or • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and /or equivalent certification from a recognised professional organisation is required. Minimum 8 – 10 years experience in Information and Cyber Security Discipline within IT and business/industry work experience including design and deployment of Information and Cyber security programmes, Cyber Tools lifecycle management in line with Information and Cyber Security Architecture Strategy and Roadmap. At least 3 years of experience must be in a leadership position managing multiple large, cross-functional teams or projects, and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders. • Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19 • Must undergo Lifestyle Audit General: • Valid Drivers License Code ’08 • Willing to Travel
Competencies
• Strategy & Sustainability. o Strategic Thinking: Implements strategies and business plans to achieve the overall organisations direction o Commercial awareness: Keeps abreast of internal and external factors that can impact the business. o Innovating: Generates new ideas or solutions by thinking ""outside of the box""; reviews current processes or systems and identifies ways to optimise them. • Business Performance and Delivery o Lead Business Performance: Supports the business to be more efficient and effective. o Business Acumen: Understands and deal with various business situation using obtained knowledge and a broad spectrum of expertise. o Analysing: Thinks in a systemic way but is open to new approaches. • Relationship Management o Communicating Effectively: Communicates the business strategy and objectives in a clear and manner. o Collaborating and Networking: Build wide and effective relationships with people inside and outside of the organisation to deliver on Project Factory initiatives. • Corporate Governance & Compliance o Leading Governance: Always work in the best interest of the organisation and aligns business practices to the ethical obligations and good corporate governance. o Leading Risk Management: Identifies areas of risks and implements corrective actions to mitigate the impact of risks to ensure overall sustainability. • Personal Mastery o Learning and Applying Expertise: Dedicated to continuous learning and self-improvement. o Resilience: Manages pressure effectively and copes well with criticism and setbacks. o Emotional Intelligence: Is aware of own leadership styles and is able to adapt style to enhance team and business performance. o Vigour & Personal Drive: Accepts and tackles demanding goals with enthusiasm. Works hard and shows energy and persistence to achieve high quality results. Is a role model for others who strive for personal excellence.
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: RISK & COMPLIANCE
Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: SP-ICT-Governance, Risk & Compliance-PKT
Location: Parktown
Reporting To: Function Specialist: Info & Cyber Mngt
Grade: E
Reference: req4232
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Position Purpose
To ensure that there is a consistent ICT governance approach (Governance, Risk, Audit and Compliance) integrated and aligned with the enterprise governance frameworks and methodologies by implementing and maintaining effective enabling structures, principles, processes and practices in order to achieve the enterprise’s strategies, mission, goals and objectives.
Position Outputs
1. Direct and control all activities related to Governance, Risk, Audit and Compliance to ensure resilience of the TRIM business and operations environment to support business outcomes and strategies. Direct and control activities to steer ICT with regards to information and technology risk in line with the Group ICT and Enterprise Risk Management Framework. 2. Ensure that the appropriate best practices governance frameworks are implemented, monitored, measured and reported on. (e.g. COBIT, ITIL, IS 20000, TRIM ICT Operational Model, ICT Lifestyle, Project and Portfolio Management (Agile, DevOps, Scrum). Ensure provision of assurance services to all ICT Functional areas in line with King IV and COBIT framework.
3. Review ICT process controls effectiveness. Review the operation of controls, including a review of monitoring and test evidence, to ensure that controls within ICT processes operate effectively. Ensure that the control effectiveness meets the requirements related to business, regulatory and social responsibilities. Monitor internal controls. Continuously monitor, benchmark and improve the IT control environment and control framework to meet organisational objectives. 4. Encourage management and process owners to take positive ownership of control improvement through a continuing programme of self-assessment to evaluate the completeness and effectiveness of management’s control over processes, policies and contracts.
5. Identify and report control deficiencies. Identify control deficiencies and analyse and identify their underlying root causes. Escalate control deficiencies and report to stakeholders. 6. Ensure that the entities performing assurance are independent from the function, groups or organisations in scope. The entities performing assurance should demonstrate an appropriate attitude and appearance, competence in the skills and knowledge necessary to perform assurance, and adherence to codes of ethics and professional.
7. Plan, Scope and Execute assurance initiatives. Report on identified findings. Provide positive assurance opinions, where appropriate, and recommendations for improvement relating to identified operational performance, external compliance and internal control system residual risk. 8. Identify external compliance requirements. On a continuous basis, identify and monitor for changes in local and international laws, regulations and other external requirements that must be complied with from an IT perspective. Optimise response to external requirements. Review and adjust policies, principles, standards, procedures and methodologies to ensure that legal, regulatory and contractual requirements are addressed and communicated. Consider industry standards, codes of good practice, and best practice guidance for adoption and adaptation.
9. Confirm external compliance. Confirm compliance of policies, principles, standards, procedures and methodologies with legal, regulatory and contractual requirements. Obtain assurance of external compliance. Obtain and report assurance of compliance and adherence with policies, principles, standards, procedures and methodologies. Confirm that corrective actions to address compliance gaps are closed in a timely manner. 10. Evaluate, Direct and Monitor risk management. Continually examine and ensure that the Risk Register is up to date with mitigating actions by continually identify, assess and reduce IT-related risk within levels of tolerance set by enterprise executive management.
11. Integrate the management of IT-related enterprise risk with overall ERM, and balance the costs and benefits of managing IT-related enterprise risk. Provide tactical governance, risk, audit and compliance guidance for all IT projects, including the evaluation and recommendation of technical controls according to the TRIM ICT Operational Model and the TRIM ICT Lifecycle. 12. Provide monthly Management Reports to the Senior Specialist GRC and Head GRC on the implementation of the Governance, Risk, Compliance, Audits and Change and Quality management in TRIM ICT.
13. Manage Performance, Training and coaching needs to empower GRC team with appropriate skills and attitudes and ensure a high-performance culture of continuous learning. Ensure alignment with HR processes and measurements systems (e.g. performance evaluation, succession planning, talent management, compensation decisions, promoting decisions, recruiting).
Qualifications and Experience
• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems and/or Computer Science or related. • A post graduate qualification is advantageous. • 5 – 8 years’ related experience in the ICT environment, with at least 3 years in ICT Governance, Risk and Compliance. Following Certifications Required: • COBIT and/or ITIL Foundation required. • ISO27000, and TOGAF Certification preferred. • Certifications in CRISC, CISA and CGEIT would be advantageous. • Quality management – ISO 20 000 and Lean Six Sigma advantageous. Requirement of Trust and Honesty in the handling of Finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19. Standard Job Requirements • Drivers license code 08. • Travel as required and approved.
Competencies
Functional Competencies Service Change Management • Develops, documents and implements changes based on requests for change. Applies change control procedures Service Design Management • Contributes to the improvement of service design activities. Emerging Technology Monitoring • Contributes to the creation of reports, technology road mapping and the sharing of knowledge and insights. Innovation • Supports innovation. • Shares creative ideas and solutions. • Assists with the implementation of innovation process. Incident Management • Following agreed procedures, identifies, registers and categorises incidents. • Gathers information to enable incident resolution and promptly allocates incidents as appropriate. General Competencies Continuous Service Improvement Management • Implements and contributes to the development of a continuity management plan. • Coordinates the assessment of risks to the availability, integrity and confidentiality of systems that support critical business processes. • Coordinates the planning, designing, and testing of maintenance procedures and contingency plans. Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery • Implements and contributes to the development of a continuity management plan. • Coordinates the assessment of risks to the availability, integrity and confidentiality of systems that support critical business processes. • Coordinates the planning, designing, and testing of maintenance procedures and contingency plans. ICT Frameworks Standards Management • Adheres to IT Frameworks and Standards
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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