Job Opportunity:

Location: Durban, Koedoespoort (Pretoria), Salt River (Cape Town), Bloemfontein, Germiston, North End (Gqeberha), Cambridge (East London)
Closing Date: 18 November 2025
Position Type: Apprenticeship (fixed-term, work-based learning)
Stipend: Monthly stipend (market-related for apprentices)
Employer: Transnet SOC Ltd

Overview

Transnet invites applications for the 2025 Apprenticeship Programme aimed at unemployed youth who want a recognised trade career. The programme blends on-the-job training with classroom instruction at accredited facilities, culminating in a national trade qualification. Apprentices train under qualified artisans across Transnet’s operations.

Available Apprenticeship Trades & Sites

• Apprentice: Millwright – Durban, Koedoespoort, Salt River
• Apprentice: Mechanical Fitter – Salt River
• Apprentice: Diesel Mechanic – Durban
• Apprentice: Welder – Durban, Germiston, Koedoespoort, Salt River
• Apprentice: Electrician – Bloemfontein, Durban, Koedoespoort, Salt River, North End, Cambridge

Key Responsibilities (Position Outputs)

-Prepare work areas, tools, materials and consumables.

-Correctly use hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment.

-Install, assemble, fit and connect trade-specific equipment & control systems.

-Test, inspect, commission and maintain electrical/mechanical/welding systems.

-Diagnose faults and repair installations and assemblies to standard.

-Comply with Health, Safety, Quality procedures and housekeeping at all times.

Minimum Qualifications & Entry Criteria

Applicants must hold one of the following:

–N2 Certificate with relevant trade theory subjects; or

–N3 Certificate (e.g., Industrial Electronics, Mathematics (Pure), Engineering Science, Electro-technology, Engineering Drawing, Fitting & Machining); or

–NCV Level 4 with Mathematics (Pure), English, Life Orientation and trade-related vocational subjects; or

–Technical Grade 12 with Mathematics (Pure), Physical Science, Engineering Graphics and trade-specific technical subjects.

Additional requirement: Age 18–35 at time of application.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, logical reasoning and fault-finding.
• Good communication and teamwork; ability to follow instruction.
• Safety consciousness, attention to detail and willingness to learn.

Employment Equity

Transnet is committed to Employment Equity. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Career Benefits

• Monthly apprentice stipend while you learn.
• Structured workplace learning guided by qualified artisans.
• Accredited theory training at approved centres.
• Clear pathway to trade test and artisan certification.

Application Process

1. Prepare a CV and certified copies of ID and qualifications/transcripts.
2. Go to the Transnet Careers Portal and search for “Apprenticeship 2025” (by trade and location).
3. Complete the online application and upload all documents.
4. Ensure your application is submitted before 18 November 2025.
   It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm HR has received the application before the closing date.

Important: Only online applications via the Transnet Careers Portal will be considered. If you do not receive communication within a reasonable period after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Launch your artisan career with a state-of-the-art apprenticeship at Transnet.