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Applications Open for the Transnet Trainee Yard Official Post

Applications Open for the Transnet Trainee Yard Official Post. A Trainee Yard Official will be required to undergo modular training, conduct and successfully complete the required modules as to qualify and certified as a Yard Official.

Position Outputs

  • Attend and Complete a theoretical Training Program within the required time frame
  • Attend and Complete a practical Training Program within the required time frame.
  • Develop competency to perform operations and operate equipment as assigned, and be accountable for jobs at end of training period.
  • Safely and efficiently accomplish work assignments and goals that are in line with the Training Program, company’s strategies and vision.
  • Maintain comprehensive records (portfolio of evidence) of all theoretical and practical training experience for use in progressing

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Minimum Standard: Grade 12
  • Must successfully pass a (psychological screening) battery test.
  • Must successfully pass relevant to the job level medical test (including eyes and ears).
  • Computer Literacy.
  • Physically fit.
  • Must successfully complete and pass a theoretical as well as practical training as a Yard Official

Competencies

Knowledge:

  • Yard Official Course.
  • Yard and siding layout/working.
  • Geography of the section of responsibility.
  • Shunting procedures.
  • Train service.
  • Act 85.
  • Vocational knowledge.
  • High voltage safety instructions.
  • General and local appendix and directives.
  • Hazardous materials.
  • Radio train order system.

Skills

  • Negotiating.
  • Mathematical.
  • Stress handling.
  • Problem solving.
  • Hazmat risk handling.
  • Interpersonal effectiveness.
  • Analytical.
  • Communication.
  • Bilingual.
  • Report writing.
  • Interpretation.
  • Be in possession of Diploma in Trains Working.
  • Observation.
  • Data capturing.
  • Conflict handling.
  • Writing.

Attributes

  • Attention to detail.
  • Trustworthy.
  • Decisiveness.
  • Assuring.
  • Shift-work.
  • Hazard conscious.
  • Results orientated.
  • Willing to work independently.
  • Safety orientation.
  • Confidentiality.

How to Apply

Apply Online for the Transnet: Yard Official Trainee Programme 2025

Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organization/Operating Division.

NB: Applicants residing within 200 km of the Worcester area will be given preference

Closing Date: 13/05/2025

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