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TRANSNET
INSTRUMENT MECHANICIAN
Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: OPS & TEC, M&W, MC&I, DNR
Location: Pinetown
Reporting To: MC&I Technician (DNR)
Grade: I4
Reference: req6106
The closing date is on 03/11/2026. 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 MC&I Mechanician is responsible for maintenance, fault-finding and repair of all instrumentation, metering/measurement, and control equipment in accordance with Transnet Pipelines policies and procedures and to International Standards, in classified hazardous locations and potentially explosive atmospheres to ensure safe, efficient and effective custody transfer and transportation of petroleum products. The MC&I Mechanician Is also responsible for minor installation of MC&I equipment.
Position Outputs
1. Routine maintenance-ensuring optimal availability of equipment 2. Fault finding-to perform effective repair to the pipeline infrastructure 3. Administration-SAPPM-record information, obtain information regarding maintenance 4. Small projects and minor installations-to standard and according to work instruction 5. Maintenance contract-supervise and manage process to ensure conformance to requirement and standards 6. Safety-perform work safely to protect self, the environment, and others from harm 7. Adhere to policies, procedures and work instructions-ensure uniformity and consistency
Qualifications and Experience
Successfully completed apprenticeship (3 years) in process Instrumentation and 3 years on the job experience in an instrumentation environment OR a formal technical qualification (minimum N3 at a TVET) in process instrumentation with related training and 4 years on the job experience in an instrumentation environment and relevant training in the following fields. Standard Job Requirements Driver's license code 08/10
Competencies
-SCADA system fundamentals -PLC principles and application -Custody Transfer Metering Principles -Instrument communication protocols -Computer Literate -Become competent in SAP Plant - Maintenance -Competency in actuators -Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
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
SAFETY & QUALITY OFFICER : AVIATION
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: NGQ, Aviation Safety & QA, DNR
Location: Richards Bay
Reporting To: Safety & Quality Manager
Grade: G
Reference: req6085
The closing date is on 03/11/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Implement, evaluate and maintain an effective Safety and Quality Management System
within the aviation Business Unit.
Position Outputs
Ensure implementation of a Safety and Quality management system that complies with internal procedures and external regulatory requirements.
Planning and facilitation of TNPA Aviation Safety and Quality Meetings.
Ensure an effective incident management process is implemented and sustained.
Implement and continuously review an Incident/Accident Reporting and Investigation Programme.
Conduct internal audits/Ad Hoc audits in accordance with Safety and Quality Management System.
Identify and Coordinate Safety and Quality Training needs and advise management accordingly with respect AOC, AMO and ATO requirements for personnel.
Ensure that Safety and Quality Risk Assessments are planned, executed and reports compiled and communicated.
Develop, implement and review Safety and Quality procedures on the Safety and Quality Management platform in accordance with legislative, internal requirements and ensure continuous improvement.
Implement Regulatory requirements and maintenance thereof on extensions of TNPA aviation scope of approval when business needs arise.
Ensure legal and other requirements are complied with in terms of safety health and environment disciplines.
Ensure that incidents are reported to Safety and Quality Manager, Accountable Manager, Regulator, respective OEMs, and attend to their investigations or inquiries when required.
Conduct and review Safety Risk Assessments in the interest of aviation safety.
Coordinate Safety and Quality requirements in Projects in accordance with the needs of the aviation Business Unit and ensure alignment with broader organizational strategic objectives.
Document, Implement and review Safety and Quality Procedures as per the organisational Safety and Quality Management System.
Coordinate TNPA aviation Safety and Quality Meetings.
Provide safety data to management committee in Safety and Quality meetings.
Reporting to TNPA Aviation on matters regarding DIFR or LTIFR
Ensure regular contribution and participation in Sustainability Management (energy saving and reducing carbon footprint) within aviation operations – quality effort.
· Participate in the performance management process
· Participate in staff meetings as and when required to discuss operational performance, stakeholder concerns, customer service and business matters.
· Live the TNPA values and demonstrate behaviour that is consistent with the culture, ethics and organisational objectives of TNPA.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience: · Matric / Senior Certificate. · Hold CPL-H, or ATPL-H, or AME license with helicopter ratings. · Matric Certificate. · Valid Driver’s License. · Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the aviation field. · Completed SACAA approved or IATA Safety Management System (SMS) course. · Completed an approved IATA Quality Management Course will be an advantage. · ISO 9001:2008/ ISO9001:2015 / AS 9100C Lead Auditing Certificate will be an added advantage.
Competencies
Competencies Required: · Ability to work alone. · Attention to detail · High-quality outputs with regards to safety matters. ·Flexibility and adaptability. · Deadline driven. Knowledge required: · Aviation Safety and Quality regulations, processes and procedures. · Organizational auditing principles and compliance procedures. · Incident/accident reporting procedures and investigation. Skills Required: · Effective communication. · Computer literacy. · Diversity management. · Critical thinking and problem solving. · Active listening. · Time management.
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
MASTER ELECTRICIAN
Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: Electrical
Location: Worcester
Reporting To: Technical Supervisor
Grade: H3
Reference: req6061
The closing date is on 29/10/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To ensure reliable operational service of Electrical Sub-stations for train operations and transmission distribution and Traction systems.
Under general supervision inspect, test, fault finding, repairs and maintain substations traction power supplies, overhead track equipment and transmission lines (all types) to ensure availability and efficient supply of electric power and support for the continuous operations of the company’s electric substation and signalling within company for the running of trains and other operational requirements in accordance with sound knowledge of substation circuitry, safety and business standards.
Position Outputs
1. Responsible for finding and investigating electrical faults within the substation and signal supply points and fixing them after thorough investigation has been conducted based on the approved maintenance program received from the Supervisor or instruction received from the centralised electrical control office Service and maintain high voltage circuit breakers, minimum and bulk oil, SF6 gas and vacuum breakers to detect malfunctioning and any leakages/damages and determine resistance and load for appropriate action plan
2. Service and maintain transformers (main and auxiliary) to detect malfunctioning and any leakages/damages and determine if they are in good working condition and decide whether immediate or pre-planned action is required
3. Check earthing of current and voltage transformers and the block jointing of secondary side cables to ensure that they are in good working condition by performing the following activities
4. Service and maintain 3kV DC silicon diode rectifier and wave filter equipment to detect malfunctioning and any leakages/damages and determine resistance and load for appropriate action plan
5. Examine the 3Kv DC Busbar and the under-voltage relay to determine any earth leakage circuits and ensure that under-voltage relay drop out and pick up operations are correct
6. Service and maintain high speed circuit breakers to ensure that they are in good condition and repair any detected failures and malfunctions in accordance with sound knowledge of substation circuitry, safety, and business standards
7. Service and maintain batteries and battery chargers to ensure that they are in good working condition by checking connection for tightness and adjust them accordingly where applicable and boost charge current in accordance with safety standards and battery ampere hour capacity
8. Ensure that the equipment is regenerated by obtaining reading from the PLC microprocessor, analyses and rectifies faults
9. Responsible for the safe storage and control of equipment and material kept on his/her vehicle
10. Carries out good housekeeping to ensure the working area, machinery and tools are kept clean and tidy after all repairs and maintenance work has been completed
11. Perform general administration related to the job by compiling and submitting reports to the Technical Supervisor for work performed and other related matters
12. Carries out pre-trip inspection on equipment, road vehicles, road-rail vehicles, employee protective equipment and lifting equipment to ensure that they are in good condition and usable
13. Attend to emergency callouts on breakdowns and any equipment failures
14. 25kv maintenance of outdoor and Vacuum Circuit Breakers ,11KV OCB and fault finding on faulty breakers
15. Seal leaking and sweating Transformers
16. Be able to adjust tap changers on the transformer as per required voltages
17. Trouble shooting on telecontrol equipment
18. Stringing of substation flying busbars
19. Installation of 11kv and 25kv Auxiliary Transformers
20. High Voltage and medium voltage joining and termination
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: ▪ Grade 12/N3 ▪ Trade Test red seal ▪ Minimum of 5 Years experience as an artisan ▪ Working at Heights ▪ Completed all the OBML modules ▪ Be in possession of code B drivers’ licence and be competent and prepared to drive such a vehicle ▪ Passed 6.6kV and 11kV AC course or Electrical power systems course (3 months duration) ▪ Passed training on 3kV DC, 25kv AC, 50KV AC (Electrical Traction System) and Electrical power systems course ▪ A red/brown certificate 6.6kv AC, 11kV AC, 25kV AC, 50Kv AC and 3kV DC ▪ Physically fit ▪ Medical fitness ▪ Good visual acuity
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: ▪ Electrical maintenance ▪ Electrical system ▪ Safety policy and procedures/Act 85 ▪ High voltage safety instruction ▪ Fleet management policy and procedures ▪ Electrical Norms and standards ▪ Material and equipment ▪ Wiring premises ▪ (SABS0142 of 1993) ▪ SANS 3000-4 ▪ High voltage SKILLS: ▪ Analytical ability ▪ Problem solving ▪ Fault finding ▪ Teamwork ▪ Report writing ▪ Schematic diagrams reading ▪ Decision making and business acumen. ▪ Time management ▪ First aid ▪ Fire fighting ▪ Computer Literacy ▪ Communication/Networking ▪ Interpersonal skills ▪ Conflict Management ▪ Negotiation ▪ Project Management ▪ Decision Making ▪ Supervisory ▪ Root cause analysis ▪ Work under pressure ▪ Leadership ▪ Team building ▪ Ability to manage and co ordinate resource and teams efficiently ATTITUDES: ▪ Quality orientated ▪ Self confidence ▪ Cost conscious ▪ Results orientated ▪ Reliable ▪ Safety conscious ▪ Senses of urgency ▪ Responsible ▪ Positive attitude ▪ Fair decision making ▪ Approachable ▪ Leadership ▪ Right temperament
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
CHIEF MARINE ENG OFFICER (RE-ADVERTISED)
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: SLJ, F&B, Tugs, Engineering Crew 1B
Location: Saldanha
Reporting To: Marine Technical Manager
Grade: F
Reference: req5874
The closing date is on 02/11/2026. 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 manage the marine engineering functions of a harbour tug in such a manner as to ensure safe and efficient operation of the plant and auxilliary equipent, the implementation of sound preventative maintenance practises interms of the planned maintenance schedules, fault diagnosis and on board repairs of equipmentand machinery, attend to overhauls of machinery and equipment including planned craft lay ups and unpalnned breakdowns.
Position Outputs
Maintain equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance schedules to ensure optimum tug availibility
Manage on board fault diagnosis and repairs
Manage operation of plant and auxiliary equipment in accordance with sound marine engineering standards and practices
Conduct checks of plant and equipment including operational surveillance whilst craft is underway
Manage periodic lay / overhaul of plant and equipment in conjunction with Marine Technical Manager
Manage and allocate resources including tools, power tools, spares etc.·
Train subordinates, mentorship training of trainee chief engineers
Ensure a safe working environment and the implementation of safe working practices in terms of Company policies and legislative requirements
Ensure that all legislative, regulatory and Company requirements and procedures are complied with in respect of the marine engineering department on board the tug
Attend to unplanned breakdowns
Maintain accurate and complete records of all engine room machinery.
Maintain equipment on tug according to Transnet's Code 29 guideline.
Manage and control Quality Managemental policies and standards.
Inculcating TRANSNET values.
Project management.
Management Information: To provide statistical data, inspections and audits for sound decision-making, elimination of deviations from planned processes, respectively.
Plan, implement and oversee crews' safety
Qualifications and Experience
Valid 2nd Engineer Officer (<3000 kW) CMEO Port Ops Endorsed OR Valid Chief Engineer Officer (Port Operations) Added Advantage Chief Engineer (Unlimited), Project Management Certificate
Competencies
Competencies Required: Quality management systems. Statutory/regulatory bodies. Environmental management principles. Project management. HOSA, ISO, OHS Act. Marine Operations/Services. Merchant Shipping Act. SAMSA Code, PFMA, PPM, AMPP. Skills required: Leadership. Decision making. Communication. Building relationship. Managing subordinate. Ability to solve practical technical problems. Procedures and work instructions (SHE integrated Management Systems, Quality Management Systems). Knowledge of life saving. Equipment/appliances. Safety techniques/equipment. Record-keeping. Emergency and evacuation procedures. Marine plant, machinery and equipment. Watch-keeping procedures. Marine environment. Housekeeping.
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
