Transnet Yard Official Traineeship – A Paid Training
Additional Information
Position Title: Trainee Yard Official
Location: Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Reference Number: req2912
Grade: SSTP
Department: OP-COR-EXEC MYT
Reporting To: Yard Official
Closing Date: 13 May 2025
Applicants must ensure that their applications are submitted and received by Transnet Human Resources before the closing date. Preference will be given to applicants residing within a 200 km radius of Worcester.
Background & Job Description
Transnet Freight Rail is offering a structured training opportunity for aspiring Yard Officials at its Worcester depot. This Trainee Yard Official programme is designed to empower individuals through rigorous theoretical and practical training. The aim is to equip candidates with all the necessary competencies and certification required to qualify as a full-time Yard Official.
This role plays a critical part in rail operations, focusing on train safety, yard shunting, and siding procedures. The successful applicant will undergo a multi-phase modular training programme to gain deep operational knowledge, ensuring safety and efficiency in day-to-day yard activities.
Tasks
- Attend and complete all theoretical modules within the stipulated training timeline.
- Engage in practical on-the-job training and successfully complete the programme.
- Operate assigned rail equipment safely and effectively.
- Contribute to daily operational goals aligned with Transnet’s strategic objectives.
- Maintain a detailed portfolio of evidence (POE) documenting training progress and skills development.
Qualifications
- Matric (Grade 12) is the minimum academic requirement.
- Must be computer literate.
- Must be physically fit and able to meet the physical demands of the role.
- Must successfully pass:
- A psychological screening battery test
- A relevant job-level medical assessment (including vision and hearing)
- Must successfully complete both theoretical and practical training to qualify as a Yard Official.
Experience
While no prior experience is required, the training programme is intensive and tailored to those with high potential to grow within Transnet. Upon successful completion, candidates will be equipped with vocational knowledge and practical skills essential for permanent placement as a Yard Official.
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