{"id":1207,"date":"2025-05-06T08:14:20","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T08:14:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/?p=1207"},"modified":"2025-05-06T08:14:20","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T08:14:20","slug":"transnet-freight-rail-trainee-yard-official","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/transnet-freight-rail-trainee-yard-official\/","title":{"rendered":"Transnet Freight Rail: Trainee Yard Official"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Job Title:<\/strong> Trainee Yard Official<br><strong>Reference Number:<\/strong> req2912<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> Worcester, South Africa<br><strong>Division:<\/strong> Transnet Freight Rail<br><strong>Employee Group:<\/strong> Trainee<br><strong>Department:<\/strong> OP-COR-EXEC MYT<br><strong>Reporting To:<\/strong> Yard Official<br><strong>Grade:<\/strong> SSTP<br><strong>Closing Date:<\/strong> 13 May 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>Overview:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transnet Freight Rail is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals to join as <em>Trainee Yard Officials<\/em> at its Worcester operations. This training programme is designed to equip candidates with the theoretical and practical knowledge required to qualify and be certified as Yard Officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Purpose of the Position:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Trainee Yard Official will undergo structured modular training to build operational knowledge and technical competencies. Upon successful completion, candidates will be qualified to execute safe and efficient yard and train operations in alignment with Transnet&#8217;s vision and operational standards.<\/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<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attend and complete all theoretical training modules within the prescribed time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate in practical training and apply operational techniques in a live rail yard environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain operational competence in train movement, shunting, and equipment operation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perform assigned tasks safely and efficiently in accordance with training objectives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain detailed records (portfolio of evidence) of training progress and acquired skills<\/li>\n<\/ol>\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>Grade 12 (Matric)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computer literate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must pass a psychological screening battery test<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must pass a relevant medical fitness test (including hearing and vision)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be physically fit and able to work in a rail operations environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must complete and pass theoretical and practical Yard Official training<\/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>Required Knowledge:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Train service operations and shunting procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yard and siding layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Section geography and vocational railway knowledge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Act 85 and hazardous materials handling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radio Train Order Systems (RTOS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety protocols including high voltage and general directives<\/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>Key Skills and Competencies:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skills:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Communication (verbal and written, bilingual preferred)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Negotiation and interpersonal effectiveness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analytical thinking and problem-solving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress handling and conflict resolution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data capturing and report writing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attention to detail and decision-making<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematical and observational accuracy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Attributes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trustworthy and safety-conscious<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Results-oriented and self-motivated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willingness to work independently and in shifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physically alert and hazard-aware<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintains confidentiality and shows initiative<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\/2912?c=transnettalentportal\">APPLY HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Equity Statement:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transnet is committed to diversity and transformation. Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> It is the applicant\u2019s responsibility to ensure their application is received by HR before the closing date of <strong>13 May 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Job Title: Trainee Yard OfficialReference Number: req2912Location: Worcester, South AfricaDivision: Transnet Freight RailEmployee Group: TraineeDepartment: OP-COR-EXEC MYTReporting To: Yard OfficialGrade: SSTPClosing Date: 13 May 2025 Overview: Transnet Freight Rail is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals to join as Trainee Yard Officials at its Worcester operations. This training programme is designed to equip candidates with the theoretical and practical knowledge required to qualify and be certified as Yard Officials. Purpose of the Position: The Trainee Yard Official will undergo structured&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"><a class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/transnet-freight-rail-trainee-yard-official\/\"> Read More<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1208,"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-1207","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-new-jobs"],"featured_image_src":null,"author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/author\/admin\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":26099,"url":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/trainee-yard-official-transnet-freight-rail-apply-by-06-march-2026\/","url_meta":{"origin":1207,"position":0},"title":"Trainee Yard Official \u2013 Transnet Freight Rail \u2013 Apply by 06 March 2026","author":"admin","date":"March 3, 2026","format":false,"excerpt":"Reference: req4482Operating Division: Transnet Freight RailEmployee Group: TraineeDepartment: OP-COR-EXEC-MYT-Team C-MW4Reporting To: Yard MasterLocation: Mandini, South AfricaGrade: SSTFTClosing Date: 06 March 2026 Overview Transnet Freight Rail is inviting applications for the position of Trainee Yard Official in Mandini. 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