Website Transnet
Transnet is a large South African state-owned freight transport and logistics company.
About Transnet
Transnet is a large South African state-owned freight transport and logistics company. It is a public company with the South African government as its sole shareholder, and is an integral part of the country’s freight logistics chain, delivering goods to South Africans and facilitating global trade. Africa’s largest freight rail operator, responsible for the rail transport of commodities like coal and iron ore, as well as general goods.
Application Summary
| Operating Division: | TPT POD Corporate H/O |
| Employee Group: | Trainee |
| Department: | TPT, Planning |
| Location: | Cape Town |
| Reporting To: | Senior Manager: Training & Development |
| Grade: | TN |
Position Purpose
The Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Trainee Programme aims to provide students and recent graduates with practical workplace experience, allowing them to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world environment. This programme is designed to enhance participants’ employability by offering hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-specific tasks. The WIL trainee programme is conducted over a period of 18 months.
Position Outputs
- Task Execution: Assist in specific projects within a department or work-stream.
- Perform routine operational tasks under supervision.
- Support administrative functions, including documentation and reporting.
- Learning & Development Participate in training sessions, workshops, and mentorship programs.
- Shadow experienced professionals to gain practical insights.
- Engage in problem-solving activities to develop analytical skills.
- Communication & Collaboration Interact with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to understand business needs.
- Provide regular updates on assigned tasks and project progress.
- Serve as a central contact point for queries and assistance.
- Compliance & Safety Follow company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Ensure adherence to ethical and professional standards.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all tasks.
- Research & Analysis Conduct market research, data collection, and analysis to support business decisions.
- Prepare reports and presentations using MS Office tools.
- Assist in process improvement initiatives
Qualifications and Experience
- Matric certificate/equivalent or related N6-Transport & Logistics/ Business Management Must be a South African citizen. Age between 18- 35. Preference will be given to People with Disabilities. No bursary obligation with another company. Proof of certified Matric certificate, Academic record, ID copy and TVET college experiential learning letter
To apply for this job please visit transnettalentportal.csod.com.
