{"id":1030,"date":"2025-04-20T20:24:12","date_gmt":"2025-04-20T20:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/?p=1030"},"modified":"2025-04-20T20:24:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-20T20:24:12","slug":"transnet-freight-rail-trainee-train-assistant-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/transnet-freight-rail-trainee-train-assistant-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Transnet Freight Rail: Trainee Train Assistant"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Position:<\/strong> Trainee Train Assistant<br><strong>Reference:<\/strong> req2795<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> Klawer, South Africa<br><strong>Department:<\/strong> Transnet Freight Rail \u2013 Operations<br><strong>Employment Type:<\/strong> Trainee<br><strong>Reporting To:<\/strong> Operations Manager <br><strong>Closing Date:<\/strong> 22 April 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Position Purpose:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transnet Freight Rail is seeking a committed and safety-conscious <strong>Trainee Train Assistant<\/strong> to support Train Drivers in the <strong>safe and efficient handling of trains and locomotives<\/strong>, including freight, passenger, and high-speed trains. The role ensures customer cargo is delivered on time and in excellent condition, contributing to Transnet\u2019s mission to deliver reliable and safe freight services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sign on duty and prepare for shift tasks with the Train Driver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist in the <strong>preparation of locomotives<\/strong>, including brake tests and equipment checks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle <strong>communication devices<\/strong> and verify operational functionality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perform <strong>pre-trip inspections<\/strong> to ensure train roadworthiness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach\/detach wagons as per work orders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perform <strong>shunting activities<\/strong>, siding operations, and train protection measures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist with <strong>safe train operation enroute<\/strong>, including monitoring and emergency response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete administrative tasks such as <strong>train journals<\/strong> and submit accurate reports post-shift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comply with <strong>safety standards<\/strong>, railway regulations, and company procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Minimum Requirements:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grade 12 with Pure Mathematics and\/or Physical Science<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be at least <strong>1.6 meters tall<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be <strong>21 years or older<\/strong> (as per SANS 3000 standards)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medical fitness<\/strong> including vision, hearing, physical and mental readiness (to be confirmed through medical and behavioral safety assessments)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Psychomotor ability<\/strong> assessment via Vienna Testing System (VTS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willingness to carry heavy equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be able to complete <strong>theoretical and practical training<\/strong> to become a certified Train Assistant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Functional Training:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Successful candidates must be willing and able to undergo extensive theoretical and practical training to be certified as <strong>Train Assistants<\/strong>, and work independently in that capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Required Competencies:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Knowledge of:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train working rules, shunting procedures, locomotive classes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety regulations (Occupational Health and Safety Act, SANS 3004)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Depot layout, yard operations, and train handling procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication systems and emergency response<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Skills:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Time and stress management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problem solving and judgement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Electrical\/diesel locomotive preparation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Literacy and numerical reasoning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spatial and depth perception<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication and coordination<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Attributes:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Self-discipline and safety focus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work shifts and under pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Results-oriented and reliable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Apply:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/transnettalentportal.csod.com\/ux\/ats\/careersite\/1\/home\/requisition\/2795?c=transnettalentportal\">APPLY HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Position: Trainee Train AssistantReference: req2795Location: Klawer, South AfricaDepartment: Transnet Freight Rail \u2013 OperationsEmployment Type: TraineeReporting To: Operations Manager Closing Date: 22 April 2025 Position Purpose: Transnet Freight Rail is seeking a committed and safety-conscious Trainee Train Assistant to support Train Drivers in the safe and efficient handling of trains and locomotives, including freight, passenger, and high-speed trains. The role ensures customer cargo is delivered on time and in excellent condition, contributing to Transnet\u2019s mission to deliver reliable and safe freight&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"><a class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/transnet-freight-rail-trainee-train-assistant-2\/\"> Read More<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1031,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1030","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-register-your-cv-may-june-2026-job-updates"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":165,"url":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/transnet-freight-rail-trainee-train-assistant\/","url_meta":{"origin":1030,"position":0},"title":"Transnet Freight Rail: Trainee Train Assistant","author":"admin","date":"March 20, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"Transnet - Trainee Train Assistant Location: Swartkops, South AfricaOperating Division: Transnet Freight RailEmployee Group: TraineeDepartment: OP-COR-EXEC-TCM-Trainees-SWSGrade: SSTFTReference: req2765Closing Date: To be confirmed Position Purpose Transnet Freight Rail is looking for Trainee Train Assistants who will undergo a structured training program to develop competency in train operations. 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