Transnet, a leading provider of logistics and transportation solutions in South Africa, is committed to investing in the development of future talent. The company offers various learnerships annually, providing aspiring individuals with valuable skills and practical experience in diverse fields. The 2024/2025 Transnet Learnership program is expected to open doors to exciting career opportunities in the logistics and transportation sector, empowering young professionals to contribute to the growth and efficiency of the industry.
Purpose
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotives consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customer needs.
Duties and responsibilities
- Sign on duty at designated workplace and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift.
- Prepare communication equipment. •Obtain radio’s/handsets/walkie talkie/telemeters when applicable. •Check functionality of communication equipment
- Performs the pre – trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards.
- Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures.
- Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the tarin from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service
- Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent.
Skills and Competencies
- Stress handling
- Self-management
- Safety conscious
- Punctual
- Willing to work shifts
- Results orientated
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science
- 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 behavioral risk assessments)
Location: South Africa
How to apply
Location: Nelspruit, South Africa
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Location: Waterval Boven, South Africa
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Location: Komatipoort, South Africa
Apply here online for Transnet Trainee Train Assistant Learnerships
Closing date: 25 November 2024
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