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TRANSNET
PORT WORKER
Operating Division: TPT Cape Town CT
Employee Group: Non-Permanent
Department: TPT, Operations
Location: Cape Town
Reporting To: Operations Manager
Grade: HRLYL1
Reference: req6075
The closing date is on 27/10/2026. 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 provision of labour as directed by supervisor in order to ensure a safe and clean working environment or optimised cargo operation.
Position Outputs
• Cleaning of operational equipment (such as ship to shore cranes’ windows; cranes’ cabins;etc.)
• Inspection of container condition
• Reefer monitoring operations
• Opening and closing of rail wagons twist-locks
• Loading off-loading and slacking of cargo in compliance of standard operating procedures
• Hooking/ unhooking
• Tarping/ untarping where applicable
• Place/ remove dunnage
• Cleaning of operational areas, rail trucks, plant, workshops, offices, sheds and ablution facilities as instructed.
• Complete applicable documentation i.e. accident reports
• Identification of correct cargo handling equipment/ gear
Qualifications and Experience
• Grade 12 / NQF 04 • Minimum of 1 year experience (Port operation experience added advantage) • Relevant Certificate (Added Advantage) OR ROC • Grade 10 / NQF02 • Minimum of 2 years’ experience (Port operation experience added advantage) • Relevant Certificate (Added Advantage)
Competencies
Knowledge Required: * Terminal Layout * Safety * Stack Positions Skills Required: * Attention to detail * Cleanliness
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.
APPRENTICE: WELDER (BLOEMFONTEIN, DURBAN, KOEDOESPOORT, SALT RIVER) RE-ADVERT
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices
Location: Various Locations
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Learning & Perfomance INTEG
Grade: APP
Reference: req6051
The closing date is on 27/10/2026. 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 purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation for being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice welder will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.
Position Outputs
Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
Completed either of the following: N2/N3/N4/N5/N6 Certificate with the following subjects: relevant Trade Theory, Engineering Science, Mathematics and any other relevant subject. OR NCV Level 4 certificate with the relevant trade theory, Mathematics, and vocational subjects, OR Technical grade 12: Mathematics , Physical Science, and relevant trade theory. Must have passed Mathematics, with 50% and above. Must not have a trade certificate (Red Seal). Attach all qualifications and academic record (relevant to the position). Age between 18 and 30. Must be a South African Citizen.
Competencies
Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork
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.
APPRENTICE: BOILERMAKER (KOEDOESPOORT, DURBAN) RE-ADVERT
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices
Location: Various Locations
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Learning & Performance INTEG
Grade: APP
Reference: req6050
The closing date is on 27/10/2026. 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 purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation for being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice welder will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.
Position Outputs
Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
Completed either of the following: N2/N3/N4/N5/N6 Certificate with the following subjects: relevant Trade Theory, Engineering Science, Mathematics and any other relevant subject. OR NCV Level 4 certificate with the relevant trade theory, Mathematics, and vocational subjects, OR Technical grade 12: Mathematics , Physical Science, and relevant trade theory. Must have passed Mathematics, with 50% and above. Must not have a trade certificate (Red Seal). Attach all qualifications and academic record (relevant to the position). Age between 18 and 30. Must be a South African Citizen.
Competencies
Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork
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.
APPRENTICE: FITTER & TURNER (KOEDOESPOORT, DURBAN) RE-ADVERT
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices
Location: Various Locations
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Learning & Perfomance INTEG
Grade: APP
Reference: req6049
The closing date is on 27/10/2026. 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 purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation for being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice welder will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.
Position Outputs
Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
Completed either of the following: N2/N3/N4/N5/N6 Certificate with the following subjects: relevant Trade Theory, Engineering Science, Mathematics and any other relevant subject. OR NCV Level 4 certificate with the relevant trade theory, Mathematics, and vocational subjects, OR Technical grade 12: Mathematics , Physical Science, and relevant trade theory. Must have passed Mathematics, with 50% and above. Must not have a trade certificate (Red Seal). Attach all qualifications and academic record (relevant to the position). Age between 18 and 30. Must be a South African Citizen.
Competencies
Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork.
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.
APPRENTICE: MILLWRIGHT (BLOEMFONTEIN, GERMISTON, KOEDOESPOORT, SALT RIVER, DURBAN) RE-ADVERT
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices
Location: Various Locations
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Learning & Perfomance INTEG
Grade: APP
Reference: req6048
The closing date is on 27/10/2026. 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 purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation for being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice welder will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.
Position Outputs
Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
Completed either of the following: N2/N3/N4/N5/N6 Certificate with the following subjects: relevant Trade Theory, Engineering Science, Mathematics and any other relevant subject. OR NCV Level 4 certificate with the relevant trade theory, Mathematics, and vocational subjects, OR Technical grade 12: Mathematics , Physical Science, and relevant trade theory. Must have passed Mathematics, with 50% and above. Must not have a trade certificate (Red Seal). Attach all qualifications and academic record (relevant to the position). Age between 18 and 30. Must be a South African Citizen.
Competencies
Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork.
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.
APPRENTICE: MECHANICAL FITTER (GERMISTON, SALT RIVER, DURBAN) RE-ADVERT
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices
Location: Various Locations
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Learning & Performance INTEG
Grade: APP
Reference: req6047
The closing date is on 27/10/2026. 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 purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation for being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice welder will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.
Position Outputs
Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
Completed either of the following: N2/N3/N4/N5/N6 Certificate with the following subjects: relevant Trade Theory, Engineering Science, Mathematics and any other relevant subject. OR NCV Level 4 certificate with the relevant trade theory, Mathematics, and vocational subjects, OR Technical grade 12: Mathematics , Physical Science, and relevant trade theory. Must have passed Mathematics, with 50% and above. Must not have a trade certificate (Red Seal). Attach all qualifications and academic record (relevant to the position). Age between 18 and 30. Must be a South African Citizen.
Competencies
Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork.
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.
APPRENTICE: ELECTRICIAN (KOEDOESPOORT, SALT RIVER, NORTH END, CAMBRIDGE, DURBAN) RE-ADVERT
Operating Division: Transnet Corporate Centre
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOE&PL,Lrn &Perf-Apprentices
Location: Various Locations
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Learning & Performance INTEG
Grade: APP
Reference: req6046
The closing date is on 27/10/2026. 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 purpose of apprenticeship is to prepare apprentices to operate independently and productively in preparation for being a competent qualified artisan. The apprentice welder will be trained to plan and prepare, manufacture, assemble, inspect, commission installations and assemblies, modify and repair components, and apply the knowledge and skills obtained in a variety of contexts.
Position Outputs
Expected outcome is the ability to plan and prepare work site, equipment, tools, consumables and materials for trade related activities and operations, use hand, power and measuring tools, install, assemble, fit, connect electrical equipment and control systems. Test, inspect, commission, maintain and repair electrical equipment, control systems, installations, assemblies etc.
Qualifications and Experience
Completed either of the following: N2/N3/N4/N5/N6 Certificate with the following subjects: relevant Trade Theory, Engineering Science, Mathematics and any other relevant subject. OR NCV Level 4 certificate with the relevant trade theory, Mathematics, and vocational subjects, OR Technical grade 12: Mathematics , Physical Science, and relevant trade theory. Must have passed Mathematics, with 50% and above. Must not have a trade certificate (Red Seal). Attach all qualifications and academic record (relevant to the position). Age between 18 and 30. Must be a South African Citizen.
Competencies
Problem Solving. Communication Skills. Analytical Skills. Teamwork
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.
