Transnet is the largest and most crucial part of the freight logistics chain that delivers goods to each and every South African. Transnet freight rail has approximately 38 000 employees, who are spread throughout the country. Transnet Limited, operating and controlling South Africa’s major transport infrastructure, is also responsible for ensuring that the country’s transport industries operate according to world-class standards. Transnet forms an integral part of the Southern African economy.
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A Trainee Train Assistant will be required to undergo module training, conduct and successfully complete the required modules in Train Assistant-Initial
Course and practical training as to be qualified and certified as a Train Assistant.
Position Outputs
Attend and successfully complete a theoritical Training Program within the required time frame Develop competency via formal learning as to perfom within a operational enviroment and operate equipment as assigned Safely and effeciently accomplish work assignments and goals that are in line with the Training Program, company's strategies and vision.
Maintain comprehensive records (portfolio of evidence) of all theoritical and practical training experience for use in progressing.
Execute trainee Train Assistant duties as prescribed by TFR"
Qualifications and Experience
Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/or Physical Science Functional Training Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant. Other 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 behavioural 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 pre-requisite:
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