Applications Open for the Grindrod Road Transportation Internship Programme 2026 (x4 Positions)

Applications Open for the Grindrod Road Transportation Internship Programme 2026 (x4 Positions). Grindrod Road Transportation is recruiting 4 Transport Interns for a 12-month fixed-term internship in Durban. No experience required.

Duties & Responsibilities

Planning and Executing

• Assist with Daily execution of the daily plans by communication with relevant suppliers and customer.
• Liaising with office-based colleagues and the customer about the loading status updates at the mine.
• Reporting any diversion in plans to the team leader for correction.

Reporting

• Assist with daily load tracker updates for invoicing daily.
• Daily Management Report.

Compliance

• Assist with Compliance Ensuring drivers compliance with all mine safety and compliance requirements.

People Management

• Self-development.
• Resolves labour issues when they occur.
• Participate in performance reviews.
• Planning and executing of training needs.

Daily Activities

• Communication to contractors.
• Provide support to the transport team leaders with their daily activities.
• Management of customer expectations. 
• Deviation Management.
• Team motivation and communication. 
• Reporting to Management on daily performance. 
• Effective Contractor management.

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Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12
• 2- year transportation related qualification at NQF level 5. 
• Computer literacy

Experience

• No experience required.

Job Specific Requirements

• Data analysis and statistical aptitude.
• Highly conscientious and diligent.
• Good Understanding and interpretation of Road Traffic, Regulation, and local Municipal by-laws and cross border requirements.
• Understanding of ISO9001:2015, 14001:2015 & 45001:2018 standards.
• Assertiveness.
• Attention to detail

How to Apply

Send your CV and motivational letter to: careers@grindrod.com to apply.

Closing Date: Tuesday 28th July 2026.