Job Title: Assistant Foreman (Overhead Track Equipment – OHTE) Reference Number: req4266 Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) Department: TR-COR-CEN-ELE-Ladder Team-SPR Location: Springs, Gauteng, South Africa Reporting To: Foreman: OHTE Grade: H1X Employment Type: Permanent Closing Date: Not explicitly stated in advert (apply urgently – Transnet roles close quickly; likely mid-February 2026)

Position Purpose To supervise and ensure the efficient, reliable, and safe performance of the work team (traction linesmen, trade hands, infra-assistants, infra workers, trainees, contractors) during maintenance, construction, rehabilitation, and repairs on Overhead Track Equipment (OHTE), transmission lines, and related infrastructure to enable uninterrupted electric train operations.

Key Position Outputs / Responsibilities

1. Construction & Maintenance of High Voltage OHTE
   • Construct and maintain OHTE to required standards
   • Assist with yard lights and cable repairs
   • Cast foundations and erect mast poles
   • Roll, sag, and tension wires
   • Install/repair bonding (negative returns circuit, blue pipeline bonds)
   • Isolate and earth OHTE
   • Perform flag protection duties
   • Communicate with train operating and electrical control personnel
   • Conduct basic welding (exothermic and arc)
   • Work to “clearance from” and on live OHTE
   • Align OHTE (staggering, balancing striking point, section insulators)
   • Fault-find on OHTE transmission lines and return circuit
   • Perform cable joining/splicing
2. Supervision & Team Management
   • Supervise traction linesmen, trade hands, infra-assistants, and unauthorised personnel
   • Ensure correct PPE usage by all workers
   • Conduct quality inspections and sign off job cards
   • Ensure timely submission of subordinates’ work orders
   • Maintain on-track maintenance vehicles in serviceable condition
   • Conduct preliminary investigations for grievances/disciplinary matters
   • Motivate staff to improve productivity and efficiency
   • Provide clear instructions and control measures
   • Explain dangers and safe working procedures
   • Maintain on-site presence to enforce adherence
   • Ensure correct materials, tools, and manpower are used
   • Render first aid and hazmat response when necessary
   • Instil discipline in the team
3. Emergency Breakdown Response
   • Organise team for timeous attendance
   • Conduct fault analysis and finding
   • Be creative under time pressure
   • Organise materials and transport
   • Complete preliminary investigation
   • Provide feedback to superior
   • Develop contingency plans
   • Liaise with relevant departments/teams
4. Work Permit Issuing
   • Read/analyse reticulation diagrams
   • Communicate with electrical control and CTC
   • Complete/read work permits
   • Open/close track and link switches
   • Apply live line tester and portable earth connection
   • Explain limits and dangers to staff
   • Ensure work permit is understood and signed
   • Clear equipment/personnel when cancelling permit
5. On-Track Machine & Crane Operation
   • Operate and pilot on-track machines and cranes safely
6. Safety, Supervision & Compliance
   • Conduct risk assessments and green area/toolbox talks
   • Explain dangers, risks, and safe procedures
   • Ensure team safety (subordinates and visitors)
   • Adhere to Act 85 of 1993 (OHS)
   • Coordinate monthly inspections (RMD sheets), lifting equipment, tool checks
   • Safekeep/control/issue/use detonators
   • Scrutinise/sign Work Permit books (3-monthly) and archive for 36 months
   • Manage emergency switching, area safeguarding, planning, and transport in contingencies
   • Ensure safe live working methods
   • Verify flagmen distances
   • Make safety-related decisions on site
   • Conduct task observations and address gaps
7. On-the-Job Training & Coaching
   • Mentor and coach team, trainees, unauthorised personnel
   • Explain correct procedures and demonstrate physically
   • Identify knowledge gaps, complete IDPs, and arrange training/refresher courses
8. Reporting
   • Complete/submit job cards, 24-hour reports, log sheets
   • Compile incident investigation reports
   • Submit timecards
9. Transport & Logistics
   • Arrange transport for staff/material from base to site
   • Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections
   • Promote road regulation adherence
   • Ensure safe on/off-loading procedures

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science
• 3 years’ experience as Traction Linesman
• Valid Code C1 (10) driver’s licence with PDP
• OR
  • Trained and obtained from FoR:
    • Category A red / A brown certificate
    • Train working rules
    • Code 29
    • RRV certificate
    • Road knowledge
    • Working at heights certificate
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in OHTE/rail infrastructure
• Valid Code C1 (10) driver’s licence with PDP

Competencies Knowledge:

• Electrical safety instructions
• Duties/tasks of team
• Supervision principles
• Switching, safety testing, earthing, work permits
• NOSA management system and railway safety assessments
• Maintenance of 3 kV, 25 kV, 50 kV, 11 kV, 6.6 kV OHTE
• OHTE materials, tools
• SAP, Hazmat, First Aid, Act 85
• Safe working procedures
• Train operations
• PM orders and SAP
• Task observations
• Grievance/disciplinary procedures
• Electrical engineering instructions
• Different OHTE constructions

Attitudes:

• Safety orientated
• Vigilant and alert
• Disciplined
• Self-driven
• Results orientated
• Supportive
• Culturally diverse

Skills:

• Working at heights
• Physically and mentally fit
• Communication
• Interpersonal
• Planning & organising
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Computer
• Administration
• Report writing
• Decision making

Equity Statement Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of designated groups in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and Targets.

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How to Apply for Assistant Foreman req4266 Apply online via the official Transnet careers portal: Click here to apply – Assistant Foreman req4266 Springs (or search “req4266” or “Assistant Foreman Springs” on transnettalentportal.csod.com)

Required documents:

• Updated CV
• Certified copies of ID, Grade 12, driver’s licence + PDP, training certificates (FoR, TETA, etc.), and proof of experience