Overview
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: SP-PMM-Young Professionals YPTs-PKT
Location: Parktown
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Capacity Development
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference: req2589
Closing Date: 10 December 2024
Note: It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date.
Position Purpose
Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) is inviting applications from suitable, unemployed South African graduates aged between 18-35 for a two-year Graduate Development Programme.
This initiative aims to provide candidates with both institutional knowledge and practical, on-the-job training within various functional areas.
The structured programme offers a mentor-supported experience lasting twenty-four months, with assessments conducted every six months to ensure it meets the expectations of both candidates and Transnet.
Eligibility
This opportunity is specifically for unemployed graduates with qualifications from institutions registered with the Department of Higher Education & Training, including:
- Universities
- Universities of Technology
- TVET Colleges
Eligible qualifications should include:
- National Diploma
- Diploma
- Bachelor’s degree
- BTech degree with a minimum NQF Level 6 or above.
Applicants must not have prior work experience in their field of study.
Position Outputs
- Completion of a two-year graduate development programme.
Qualifications and Experience
- Required Qualifications:Â B Degree in Logistics or Transport Economics
- Experience:Â No prior work experience is necessary, but applicants will undergo a recruitment process. Successful candidates will be placed in various Depots and Departments within TFR.
- Citizenship:Â Must be a South African citizen.
Competencies
Candidates applying for the TFR Young Professional-in-Training programme should possess the following skills and competencies:
- Business understanding
- Administrative Skills
- Computer Skills
- Teamwork capability
- High levels of integrity and professionalism
- Customer-focused attitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Effective negotiation skills
- Ability to liaise with various stakeholders
- Politeness and proactive approach
- Energetic self-starter
- Assertiveness in handling situations
- Conflict Resolution Management
- Research and Analytical skills
How to Apply
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of designated groups, in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Join us in building a brighter future with Transnet Freight Rail. We look forward to your application!