Transnet Freight Rail: Train Assistant Learnerships 2024/ 2025
Job Highlights
Do you have Grade 12 and want a solid career in the rail industry? Apply now for the Transnet Freight Rail: Train Assistant Learnerships 2024/ 2024.
Closing date: 08 October 2024.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
| Employee Group: | Trainee |
| Department: | OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Heavy Haul A-VYD |
| Location: | Vryheid |
| Reporting To: | Section Manager: Train Traffic |
| Grade: | SSTP |
| Reference: | req2232 |
Location: Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job Purpose
A Trainee Train Assistant will be required to undergo module training, conduct and successfully complete the required modules in Train Assistant-Initial Course and practical training as to be qualified and certified as a Train Assistant.
Key Performance Areas
Attend and successfully complete a theoritical Training Program within the required time frame
Develop competency via formal learning as to perfom within a operational enviroment and operate equipment as assigned
Safely and effeciently accomplish work assignments and goals that are in line with the Training Program, company’s strategies and vision.
Maintain comprehensive records (portfolio of evidence) of all theoritical and practical training experience for use in progressing. Execute trainee Train Assistant duties as prescribed by TFR.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/or Physical Science
- Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant.
Competencies
- Stress handling
- Self-management
- Safety conscious
- Punctual
- Willing to work shifts
- Results orientated
“NB: The candidate must meet the minimum inherent health requirements of the job.
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)
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)
The following minimum Trainee pre-requisite:
- The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6 meters tall
- Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS) standard)
- Ability to carry heavy objects
How to Apply
You apply on the official Transnet careers platform for this opportunity. YTo view more detail and apply, proceed as follows:
- Create a candidate profile on the Transnet careers portal. If you already have one, proceed to Step 2.
- Visit the Transnet careers page and locate the Trainee Train Assistant opportunity.
- Read thoroughly and ensure you meet the job specifications and minimum requirements.\
- Proceed and apply on the portal.
All the best!
