How to Apply

Applications should be completed through the official Transnet Talent Portal.

Search for:

Work Integrated Non Technical Learner – TVET (Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town)

Use the vacancy reference:

req5838

Transnet Talent Portal

When applying:

1. Open the Transnet Talent Portal.
2. Search for req5838.
3. Open the Work Integrated Non-Technical Learner – TVET vacancy.
4. Read the complete vacancy information.
5. Complete the online application.
6. Provide accurate personal and academic information.
7. Upload the required documents.
8. Review your application carefully.
9. Submit it before the deadline.

Transnet states that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure HR receives the application before the closing date.

Closing Date

14 September 2026

Applications received after the closing date may not be considered, so candidates should apply early.

CV Tips for Transnet TVET WIL Applicants

Because this is a Work Integrated Learning programme, candidates should not worry if they have limited formal work experience.

Your CV should instead make your TVET studies, administrative abilities, computer knowledge and willingness to learn easy for recruiters to identify.

Put Your Qualification Near the Top

For example:

Management Assistant N6
ABC TVET College
N4 – Completed
N5 – Completed
N6 – Completed

Or:

Business Administration N6
ABC TVET College
All theoretical subjects completed

Do not make recruiters search through several pages to determine whether you meet the academic requirement.

Highlight Computer Skills

Where applicable, include skills such as:

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Email
• Internet research
• Data capturing
• Electronic filing

Only list programs you genuinely know how to use.

Include Relevant College Activities

Even without employment experience, you may have gained useful skills through:

• Assignments
• Group projects
• Presentations
• Computer practicals
• Office administration exercises
• Research projects
• Data capturing exercises
• Filing activities

These can demonstrate that you have relevant foundational skills.

CV Profile Example – No Experience

“Motivated N6 Management Assistant graduate with completed theoretical studies seeking an 18-month Work Integrated Learning opportunity to gain practical workplace experience. Computer literate with good communication, administrative, teamwork and organisational skills. Detail-oriented, willing to learn and committed to developing within a professional working environment.”

Change Management Assistant to Office Management or Business Administration according to your actual qualification.

Possible Transnet WIL Interview Questions

Candidates should prepare for questions such as:

1. Tell us about yourself.
2. Why do you want to complete your Work Integrated Learning at Transnet?
3. What do you know about Transnet?
4. Which TVET qualification did you complete?
5. Have you completed all your N4–N6 theoretical subjects?
6. Why did you choose your field of study?
7. Why do you need Work Integrated Learning?
8. What do you hope to learn during the 18-month programme?
9. What computer programs can you use?
10. How comfortable are you with Microsoft Word?
11. Have you used Microsoft Excel?
12. How would you prepare a professional report?
13. How would you organise electronic and physical documents?
14. How do you ensure your work is accurate?
15. Tell us about a time you worked on a group project.
16. How do you handle deadlines?
17. How would you manage several administrative tasks at the same time?
18. What would you do if you did not understand an instruction?
19. How do you respond to constructive criticism?
20. What does confidentiality mean in the workplace?
21. Why is professionalism important?
22. How would you deal with a difficult customer or colleague?
23. What are your strongest administrative skills?
24. Where do you see yourself after completing this programme?
25. Why should Transnet select you for this WIL opportunity?

Important Opportunity for TVET Students

This 18-month Transnet Work Integrated Learning Programme is particularly relevant to candidates who have completed the theoretical component of:

• N4–N6 Office Management
• N4–N6 Management Assistant
• N4–N6 Business Administration

Opportunities are advertised for Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban and Cape Town.

Reference: req5838
Closing Date: 14 September 2026