Transnet Trade Assistant Jobs 2026 โ Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal | Grade 12 | Permanent Position | Apply by 30 October 2026
Transnet is recruiting a Trade Assistant to join its Transnet Pipelines division in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal.
This is a permanent employment opportunity for candidates with Grade 12, at least one year of technical maintenance experience, and a valid Code 08 driver’s licence or higher.
The successful applicant will assist qualified Electrical and Mechanical Artisans with preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, machinery refurbishment, pipeline maintenance and emergency repair activities.
Candidates should have basic technical skills, experience using hand and power tools, and knowledge of workplace health and safety.
Applications close on 30 October 2026.
Job Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Company | Transnet |
| Operating Division | Transnet Pipelines |
| Position | Trade Assistant |
| Reference Number | req6017 |
| Location | Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Employment Type | Permanent |
| Department | Operations & Technical โ Mechanical |
| Job Grade | K2 |
| Reporting To | Mechanical Supervisor |
| Minimum Qualification | Grade 12 |
| Experience Required | At Least 1 Year Technical Maintenance Experience |
| Driver’s Licence | Code 08 or Higher |
| Closing Date | 30 October 2026 |
About the Transnet Trade Assistant Position
The purpose of the Trade Assistant position is to support qualified Electrical and Mechanical Artisans with maintenance activities across Transnet Pipelines operations.
The successful candidate will help maintain the safety, reliability and operational efficiency of the pipeline network and associated equipment.
This includes assisting with equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, removal and replacement of machinery components, equipment refurbishment and emergency repairs.
The position also involves maintaining pipeline right-of-way areas, supporting pipe-wrapping activities, assisting with minor trenching and ensuring that tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
1. Preventive Maintenance
The successful candidate will:
-Assist qualified Artisans with preventive maintenance activities.
-Help maintain equipment used in pipeline operations.
-Prepare tools and materials for maintenance tasks.
-Support maintenance work to ensure equipment reliability.
-Assist with identifying damaged or worn components.
-Complete assigned maintenance duties safely and on time.
-Follow instructions and technical procedures.
2. Equipment Removal and Replacement
Responsibilities include:
-Assist with removing defective equipment.
-Prepare replacement equipment for installation.
-Support the installation of replacement components.
-Assist with repressurising equipment.
-Help test equipment after installation.
-Ensure assigned tasks are performed safely and efficiently.
-Support the continuous operation of the pipeline network.
3. Equipment Refurbishment
The Trade Assistant will:
- Assist with dismantling equipment.
- Help identify defective components.
- Replace damaged parts under appropriate supervision.
- Assist with reassembling equipment.
- Support equipment testing after refurbishment.
- Follow manufacturers’ specifications.
- Help maintain reliable spare equipment for future use.
4. Emergency Pipeline Repairs
The successful candidate will assist qualified Artisans during emergency maintenance activities involving high-pressure hydrocarbon fuel pipelines.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with locating damaged pipeline sections.
- Support the safe isolation of affected pipeline areas.
- Help contain and recover spilled fuel.
- Prepare work areas for pipeline repairs.
- Provide tools and materials required during repairs.
- Assist with repair activities under supervision.
- Support pipeline testing and inspection.
- Help restore pipeline operations safely.
Emergency work must be performed under authorised supervision and according to Transnet’s safety procedures.
5. Pipeline Right-of-Way Maintenance
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with maintaining pipeline right-of-way areas.
- Replace pipeline markers.
- Assist with wrapping pipeline sections.
- Help maintain pipeline integrity.
- Support minor trenching activities.
- Prepare areas for maintenance and repair work.
- Follow environmental and workplace safety procedures.
6. General Workshop and Operational Duties
Additional responsibilities include:
- Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping.
- Ensure tools and equipment are stored safely.
- Safeguard spare parts and maintenance materials.
- Assist with loading equipment onto vehicles.
- Secure vehicle loads when required.
- Drive vehicles when authorised and required.
- Support Electrical and Mechanical maintenance teams.
- Follow occupational health and safety procedures.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Have a Grade 12 certificate.
- Have at least one year of technical maintenance experience.
- Possess a valid Code 08 driver’s licence or higher.
- Have basic technical skills.
- Understand the use of basic hand tools.
- Have experience using power tools, such as grinders.
- Have knowledge of general workplace health and safety.
- Demonstrate good communication skills.
- Have technical aptitude.
- Be able to follow instructions accurately.
- Demonstrate attention to detail.
Additional Technical Training and Skills
The vacancy also lists the following technical training and equipment-related competencies:
- First Aid Level 1.
- Firefighting training.
- Basic technical skills.
- Basic hand-tool operation.
- Power-tool operation, including grinders.
- General health and safety.
- Overhead crane and gantry operation.
- Truck-mounted crane operation.
- Forklift operation.
- Cherry picker operation.
Important: Transnet lists these items under Qualifications and Experience without clearly distinguishing mandatory certifications from other relevant training or competencies. Applicants should check the official vacancy and provide details of any training or certificates they hold.
Experience Requirements
Applicants must have at least one year of technical maintenance experience.
Relevant experience may include:
- Mechanical maintenance.
- Electrical maintenance support.
- Industrial equipment maintenance.
- Engineering workshop assistance.
- Equipment installation.
- Machinery repairs.
- General technical maintenance.
- Preventive maintenance.
- Working with hand and power tools.
Previous experience in pipeline maintenance may be useful, but the advertisement does not specifically state that pipeline experience is compulsory.
Behavioural Competencies
Transnet is looking for applicants who demonstrate:
- Independence.
- Attention to detail.
- Technical aptitude.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work extended hours.
- Willingness to perform standby duties.
- Ability to rotate between Electrical and Mechanical operations.
Working Conditions
Successful applicants must be prepared to:
- Work extended hours when required.
- Be available for standby duties.
- Rotate between Electrical and Mechanical maintenance operations.
- Assist with emergency pipeline maintenance.
- Perform practical maintenance support duties.
- Work in industrial maintenance environments.
- Follow strict safety procedures.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare:
- Updated CV.
- Grade 12 certificate.
- Valid Code 08 driver’s licence or higher.
- Proof of relevant technical maintenance experience.
- Relevant technical training certificates, where available.
- First Aid or firefighting certificates, if held.
- Any additional documents requested during the online application process.
Make sure your CV clearly demonstrates at least one year of technical maintenance experience.
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