This Transnet opportunity prepares you to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant.
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Transnet Programme Advert
- Location: Northern Cape
- Company: Transnet
- Closing Date: Tuesday, 24 May 2026 – 12:00
Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotive consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organization to satisfy the customers’ needs.
Educational Requirements
- Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/or Physical Science
Requirements
- Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioral risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months
- Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioral risk assessments)
- The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake train driver or train control duties. (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8)
The following minimum Trainee prerequisite:
- The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6 meters tall
- Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS) standard)
- Ability to carry heavy objects
How to Apply to Transnet
The candidate must meet the minimum inherent health requirements of the job.
