Transnet Young Professional-in-Training โ Business Management 2026 | Graduates | 24-Month Programme | Apply by 25 September 2026
Transnet Engineering is inviting recently qualified South African graduates to apply for its Young Professional-in-Training (YPT) โ Business Management Programme for opportunities in Durban, Koedoespoort and Kilner Park.
The programme runs for 24 months and is designed to provide graduates with relevant workplace experience through structured learning, practical assignments and organisational support.
Graduates with a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Marketing, Operations Management or a related qualification may apply.
Applicants must be South African citizens between 18 and 35 years old and may have up to one year of relevant experience.
Applications close on 25 September 2026.
Programme Overview
Employer: Transnet
Operating Division: Transnet Engineering
Programme: Young Professional-in-Training โ Business Management
Reference: req5900
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TA, FOLDRS & FUNC โ Youth Development-YPT
Locations: Durban, Koedoespoort & Kilner Park
Reporting To: Specialist: YDD
Grade: GRAD_6
Programme Duration: 24 months
Qualification: National Diploma (NQF 6) or Degree in a relevant field
Experience: Up to 1 year relevant experience
Age: 18โ35 years
Citizenship: South African
Closing Date: 25 September 2026
Application Method: Online
About the Transnet Young Professional-in-Training Programme
Transnet Engineering’s Young Professional-in-Training programme is aimed at dynamic, recently qualified graduates who need practical workplace experience.
Successful candidates will participate in a structured two-year development programme.
During the 24 months, graduates will have an opportunity to apply the knowledge gained during their studies while developing practical workplace skills.
Participants will gain experience by:
-Completing tasks within assigned departments or workstreams.
-Shadowing experienced employees.
-Participating in learning activities.
-Attending meetings.
-Attending workshops.
-Working on projects.
-Communicating with customers.
-Assisting with administrative and research activities.
-Working with different functions within the department.
The programme is intended to bridge the gap between academic study and practical workplace experience.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is aimed at graduates with qualifications related to business and management.
Applicants require a:
National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree in one of the following:
- Business Management.
- Business Administration.
- Business Analysis.
- Marketing.
- Operations Management.
- Related qualifications.
Applicants with a related qualification should review the official vacancy carefully to determine whether their field is relevant to the programme.
Experience Requirement
Applicants may have:
Up to 1 year of relevant experience.
This means the programme is suitable for recent graduates and applicants with limited workplace experience.
You do not need several years of professional experience to meet the stated experience requirement.
Applicants should, however, meet the required qualification, citizenship and age criteria.
Age Requirement
Applicants must be between:
18 and 35 years old.
Citizenship Requirement
Applicants must be:
South African citizens.
What Will Young Professionals Do?
Successful graduates will complete specific tasks within their assigned workstream or department while participating in workplace learning activities.
1. Workplace Learning and Job Shadowing
Young Professionals-in-Training may:
- Shadow different staff members.
- Participate in learning experiences.
- Attend meetings.
- Attend workshops.
- Gain exposure to different working functions.
- Learn how different departments operate.
- Develop practical workplace knowledge.
2. Customer Communication
Participants will communicate with customers to develop a clear understanding of their requirements.
Responsibilities include:
- Understanding customer needs.
- Establishing the urgency of customer requirements.
- Communicating clearly with customers.
- Providing regular progress updates.
- Helping ensure customer requirements are understood and addressed.
Strong communication skills will therefore be important.
3. Supplier and End-User Queries
The Young Professional-in-Training may serve as a central contact point for supplier and end-user queries.
This includes:
- Receiving queries.
- Understanding the nature of the enquiry.
- Communicating with relevant parties.
- Helping ensure queries are addressed.
- Following up where necessary.
- Supporting timely and satisfactory resolution of queries.
4. Administration and Research
Participants will provide general administrative and research assistance.
This may involve:
- Supporting departmental administration.
- Conducting research.
- Preparing information.
- Assisting team members.
- Organising relevant information.
- Supporting departmental activities.
5. Project Work
The programme also provides exposure to project-based work.
Participants will be expected to:
- Execute assigned project work.
- Work effectively as individuals.
- Collaborate with team members.
- Complete tasks efficiently.
- Produce quality work.
- Contribute information that can be used to develop appropriate project solutions for clients.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Education
A National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree in:
- Business Management.
- Business Administration.
- Business Analysis.
- Marketing.
- Operations Management.
- A related qualification.
Citizenship
Must be a South African citizen.
Age
Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
Experience
Applicants may have up to one year of relevant experience.
Skills and Competencies
Transnet is looking for graduates with:
- Good written communication skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
Microsoft Office Skills
Applicants should also have knowledge of Microsoft Office and be proficient in:
- Microsoft Word.
- Microsoft Excel.
- Microsoft Outlook.
- Microsoft PowerPoint.
These skills should be clearly included on your CV if you genuinely have them.
Programme Locations
The vacancy lists opportunities in:
Durban
Koedoespoort
Kilner Park
Applicants should carefully review the location information when completing the application.
Why This Programme May Be Useful for Recent Graduates
A graduate may complete a qualification with strong theoretical knowledge but still need practical workplace exposure.
The Transnet Young Professional-in-Training programme is specifically structured to provide recently qualified graduates with workplace experience.
During the 24-month programme, participants can gain exposure to areas such as:
- Business administration.
- Customer communication.
- Supplier interaction.
- Research.
- Project work.
- Team collaboration.
- Professional communication.
- Meetings and workshops.
- Problem-solving.
- Business operations.
The programme does not state that permanent employment after completing the 24 months is guaranteed.