Trainee Yard Official โ Transnet Freight Rail โ Apply by 06 March 2026
Reference: req4482
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: OP-COR-EXEC-MYT-Team C-MW4
Reporting To: Yard Master
Location: Mandini, South Africa
Grade: SSTFT
Closing Date: 06 March 2026
Overview
Transnet Freight Rail is inviting applications for the position of Trainee Yard Official in Mandini. This trainee opportunity is designed to equip candidates with the necessary theoretical and practical training required to qualify and be certified as a Yard Official.
Successful candidates will undergo structured modular training and will be required to successfully complete all prescribed modules within the specified timeframes.
Position Purpose
The Trainee Yard Official will undergo modular theoretical and practical training to develop the competency required to perform Yard Official duties safely and effectively.
Key Responsibilities
-Attend and successfully complete the theoretical training programme within the required timeframe
-Attend and successfully complete the practical training programme within the required timeframe
-Develop competency to perform yard operations and operate assigned equipment
-Safely and efficiently execute work assignments aligned with Transnetโs operational standards
-Maintain comprehensive records (portfolio of evidence) of all theoretical and practical training completed
-Ensure strict adherence to safety and operational procedures
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- Must successfully pass a psychological screening battery test
- Must successfully pass a relevant medical examination (including vision and hearing tests)
- Must be physically fit
- Must successfully complete and pass both theoretical and practical training
Knowledge Requirements
- Yard Official Course
- Yard and siding layout/working
- Geography of the assigned section
- Shunting procedures and train service operations
- Railway Act 85
- High voltage safety instructions
- Hazardous materials handling
- Radio train order system
- General and local directives
Skills & Competencies
- Negotiation and interpersonal effectiveness
- Mathematical and analytical ability
- Stress management and problem-solving
- Communication and bilingual proficiency
- Report writing and interpretation
- Observation and data capturing
- Conflict handling
- Hazard risk handling
Behavioural Attributes
- Attention to detail
- Trustworthy and decisive
- Results-oriented
- Safety-conscious
- Willingness to work shifts
- Ability to work independently
APPLICATION PROCESS
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in line with Transnetโs Employment Equity Plan and targets.
Important Information
- It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR receives the application before the closing date.
- If you do not hear from Transnet within 90 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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