Application for Trainee Train Assistant (Ref: req4291)

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Position Overview

Job Title: Trainee Train Assistant
Reference: req4291
Reporting to: Section Manager: Train Traffic
Grade: SSTFT

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🎯 Main Purpose

To assist the Train Driver in safely operating different types of trains (freight and passenger), ensuring cargo reaches its destination safely and on time.

🔹 Key Responsibilities

You will:

  • Sign on duty and prepare locomotives for service

  • Assist with brake tests and locomotive start-up

  • Perform pre-trip inspections and safety checks

  • Help with coupling/uncoupling wagons

  • Carry out shunting activities in sidings

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  • Assist the driver during trips (signal observation, safety monitoring, emergencies)

  • Complete administrative duties (train journal, reports)

  • Follow strict safety and operational procedures

🔹 Minimum Requirements

🎓 Education

  • Grade 12 (Matric)

  • Must have Pure Mathematics and/or Physical Science

⚠️ Other Requirements

  • Must be 21 years or older

  • Minimum height: 1.6 metres

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  • Physically and mentally fit (medical tests required)

  • Good hearing and vision

  • Must pass psychomotor assessments (Vienna Testing System)

  • Able to carry heavy objects

  • Willing to work shifts

  • Willing to undergo theoretical and practical training

🔹 Important Skills & Qualities

  • Strong observation and concentration

  • Good communication skills

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  • Stress management

  • Safety conscious

  • Time management

  • Mechanical/technical aptitude

  • Ability to work under pressure

🔹 Equity & Selection

Preference will be given to designated groups in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan.

If you don’t hear back within 90 days, consider the application unsuccessful.

⚠️ Important: Transnet does NOT charge any application fees.

✅ Do You Qualify?

You likely qualify if:

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  • You have Matric with Maths or Physical Science

  • You are physically fit and over 21

  • You are comfortable with shift work

  • You are interested in railway operations and technical work

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