Transnet Freight Rail is inviting applications for its Trainee Yard Official Programme in Worcester. Successful applicants will undergo both theoretical and practical training, equipping them with the skills required to qualify as certified Yard Officials.
Location: Worcester
Closing Date: 13 May 2025
Reference Number: req2912
Position Type: Trainee (Grade: SSTP)
What the Role Involves
As a Trainee Yard Official, you’ll:
- Complete a structured theoretical and practical training programme
- Learn to operate yard equipment and perform key rail operations
- Work towards full certification as a qualified Yard Official
- Develop a portfolio of evidence showcasing your learning journey
- Operate under the guidance of experienced Yard Officials
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Computer literacy
- Good physical health (you must pass a medical test, including vision and hearing)
- Successful completion of a psychological screening test
- Willingness and ability to work shifts
- Commitment to completing both theoretical and practical training modules
What You’ll Learn
You’ll gain skills and knowledge in:
- Rail yard layouts and shunting operations
- Sectional geography and train services
- Safety procedures, including hazardous materials handling and high-voltage awareness
- Operating within railway legislation (Act 85)
- Communication via radio train order systems
- Conflict handling, stress management, data capturing, and observation
Key Competencies & Attributes
Transnet is looking for candidates who are:
- Detail-oriented and safety-conscious
- Physically fit and psychologically resilient
- Decisive, trustworthy, and willing to work independently
- Effective communicators with strong problem-solving skills
How to Apply
Submit your application online via the official Transnet careers portal below:
Make sure your application includes:
- Certified copy of your ID
- Matric certificate
- Updated CV
- Any relevant certificates or qualifications
Note: It is your responsibility to ensure HR has received your application by 13 May 2025.
In line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. Additionally, applicants who reside within 200 km of Worcester will be prioritized for this opportunity.
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