{"id":26099,"date":"2026-03-03T13:24:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T11:24:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/?p=26099"},"modified":"2026-03-03T13:24:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T11:24:01","slug":"trainee-yard-official-transnet-freight-rail-apply-by-06-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/trainee-yard-official-transnet-freight-rail-apply-by-06-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Trainee Yard Official \u2013 Transnet Freight Rail \u2013 Apply by 06 March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reference:<\/strong> req4482<br><strong>Operating Division:<\/strong> Transnet Freight Rail<br><strong>Employee Group:<\/strong> Trainee<br><strong>Department:<\/strong> OP-COR-EXEC-MYT-Team C-MW4<br><strong>Reporting To:<\/strong> Yard Master<br><strong>Location:<\/strong> Mandini, South Africa<br><strong>Grade:<\/strong> SSTFT<br><strong>Closing Date:<\/strong> 06 March 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Transnet Freight Rail is inviting applications for the position of Trainee Yard Official in Mandini. This trainee opportunity is designed to equip candidates with the necessary theoretical and practical training required to qualify and be certified as a Yard Official.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Successful candidates will undergo structured modular training and will be required to successfully complete all prescribed modules within the specified timeframes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Position Purpose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Trainee Yard Official will undergo modular theoretical and practical training to develop the competency required to perform Yard Official duties safely and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>-Attend and successfully complete the theoretical training programme within the required timeframe<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Attend and successfully complete the practical training programme within the required timeframe<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Develop competency to perform yard operations and operate assigned equipment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Safely and efficiently execute work assignments aligned with Transnet\u2019s operational standards<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Maintain comprehensive records (portfolio of evidence) of all theoretical and practical training completed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Ensure strict adherence to safety and operational procedures<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minimum Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Grade 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must successfully pass a psychological screening battery test<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must successfully pass a relevant medical examination (including vision and hearing tests)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be physically fit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must successfully complete and pass both theoretical and practical training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Knowledge Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yard Official Course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yard and siding layout\/working<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Geography of the assigned section<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shunting procedures and train service operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Railway Act 85<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High voltage safety instructions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hazardous materials handling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Radio train order system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General and local directives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skills &amp; Competencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Negotiation and interpersonal effectiveness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematical and analytical ability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stress management and problem-solving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication and bilingual proficiency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report writing and interpretation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observation and data capturing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conflict handling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hazard risk handling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Behavioural Attributes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attention to detail<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trustworthy and decisive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Results-oriented<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety-conscious<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willingness to work shifts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work independently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h2>\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:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/apply-for-trainee-yard-official-transnet-freight-rail-apply-by-06-march-2026\/\">APPLY HERE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Employment Equity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in line with Transnet\u2019s Employment Equity Plan and targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR receives the application before the closing date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you do not hear from Transnet within 90 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transnet does not charge any fees for job applications. Report suspicious activity to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email <a>reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. This trainee opportunity is designed to equip candidates with the necessary theoretical and practical training required to qualify and be certified as a Yard Official. Successful candidates will undergo structured modular training and will be required to successfully complete all prescribed modules within&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"><a class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/trainee-yard-official-transnet-freight-rail-apply-by-06-march-2026\/\"> Read More<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Read More<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":25800,"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-26099","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-new-jobs"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-29.png","author_info":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/author\/admin\/"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/image-29.png","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":1207,"url":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/transnet-freight-rail-trainee-yard-official\/","url_meta":{"origin":26099,"position":0},"title":"Transnet Freight Rail: Trainee Yard Official","author":"admin","date":"May 6, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"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. 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