Job Openings at Transnet

Position Purpose

• Provide basis technical Sap System support and/or advise as well as effecting the continuous improvement development and upgrading of Sap systems and delivery channels, including SAP FI/ CO, SAP Logistic, Sap Portal,SRM,BI,BO,SOLMAN,MIL,CRM,PI,PPM and PI.
• Provide technical leadership, support and guidance to junior personnel by ensuring skills and knowledge.

Position Outputs

• To provide technical leadership, support and guidance to junior personnel
• To ensure skills growth and knowledge sharing, to meet the organizational objectives.
• To provide expert troubleshooting and fault finding as part of escalation process on problems that cannot be resolved by the junior teams
• Assist and support the team in identifying and implementing methods which increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provides support to the team in areas such as project execution, design and job estimation.
• Promotes effective communications and working relations within the team, with our customers and with other support services.
• Ensures the development of the team members to improve customer service and reduce the risk exposure of the organization to unforeseen departures.
• To perform system performance monitoring and tuning, capacity management, upgrades, patching, and technology level updates
• To maintain system availability, compliance and security according to the relevant best practices and SLAs
• Ensures effective security, operation and peak performance of SAP environments
• Maintaining the SAP infrastructure, including installations of SAP and database upgrades
• Administering the SAP landscape, maintaining an error free operating environment
• Assisting SAP developers with development activities, problems and questions
• Design and Modify the SAP architecture to accommodate changing hardware, software and workload
• Manage the Basis team in areas such as, development of customer support processes, technical planning and work coordination
• Manage Basis support projects including scheduling the work, ensuring availability of resources and ensures the quality of the deliverables.
• Provides input and assistance to other IT projects.
• To provide technical leadership, planning, design, 2nd, and 3rd line support in the applicable technology

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 3 Years National Diploma in ICT related qualification. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in ICT environment SAP BASIS of which at least 1 year in a Supervisory or Specialist role. OR Minimum of 6 years’ experience in ICT environment SAP BASIS of which at least 2 years in a Supervisory or Specialist role

Competencies

• Customer Orientated
• Relationship Management
• Business Performance and Delivery
• Personal Mastery

Equity Statement

• Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

The closing date is on 06/03/2026

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Position Purpose

• Responsible to provide a single point of contact for Information Communication Technology (ICT) support for end-users within TP. 
• This includes providing technical support for desktop computers and other IT equipment’s, troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues, installing and configuring new software and hardware, and providing training to users on how to use IT equipment’s. 
• To work with other IT staff such as Group ICT and 3rd parties to troubleshoot and resolve outsourced ICT services and equipment’s. 
• To provide first-line support for the TP core operations applications, facilitate the process for the users gain access and assist to navigate through the application.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) and Certificate in IT support (NQF Level 5) 
• Minimum 5 years’ applicable experience in desktop support environment OR 
• Minimum 8 years’ experience with grade 12 (NQF 4) in the desktop support environment. Number of years with certificates or no formal qualification. 
• 5 - 8 Years’ experience Desktop Support environment 

Advantages: 

• Microsoft A+ certification 

The closing date is on 06/03/2026.

• N+ certificate Standard Job Requirements Code B driver’s license Travel when required

Competencies

• Hardware and software maintenance, support and troubleshooting 
• TP Business processes Network environment knowledge 
• Corporate Governance 
• Backup and server support 
• Service Level Agreements 
• Server hosting facilities and requirements 
• IT Procedures and Policies

Equity Statement

• Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

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Position Purpose

• The primary purpose of the position is to maintain the safety of the organization's ICT systems and networks as well as providing cyber security architecture to enable the business to achieve its strategic outcomes. The position entails creating, testing, implementing and analysing the effectiveness of various security systems as well as preventing data breaches, monitoring and reacting to attacks.
• The incumbent will be required to evaluate the security posture of the organisations internal and external networks, applications, sensitive internal systems, mobile device application and data coding standards. The incumbent will also emulate threat actors attempting to penetrate the organisations network and complete defined objectives, such as obtaining domain admin privileges, gaining access to sensitive information, or simulating a ransomware attack which will be used to strengthen the organisations security posture.
• The incumbent will also provide cyber security architecture services to enable the business to achieve its strategic outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualifications, Experience & Inherent Job Requirements Degree in Information Technology. At least 5 years’ IT experience in the following areas: o Cyber security and architecture Experience in information/cyber security at a senior/expert/specialist level Further certifications preferred: Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP) Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Advantageous: Honours Degree. SAP Security Certification advantageous Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Standard Job Requirements Driver’s license code 08 Travel as required and approved

Competencies

• Knowledge A knowledge of adversarial activities in cyberspace with an understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) with the ability to emulate these TTP to assess vulnerability and risk desired. Familiarity with Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) activity; Offensive attack hacker mindset preferred. Experience with penetration testing highly desired Wireless, Network and TCP/IP skills along with Unix command, bash scripting, and / or python coding required. Knowledge of Cloud technologies including AWS and Azure Professional experience in both offensive and defensive information security disciplines is strongly desirable. Experience in exploiting web apps and web services security vulnerabilities including cross-site scripting, cross site request forgery, SQL injection, DoS attacks, XML/SOAP, and API attacks. Business change techniques, such as business process re-engineering In depth technical knowledge in the areas of expertise at a world class level. Knowledge of software and hardware technologies - the individual should be familiar with a wide range of applications, operating systems, server applications and tools. Network and server security, including firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS, anti-virus, patch management, vulnerability management. Business applications including SAP. Domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures and PKI. Intranet, Extranet, Internet, eCommerce, EDI links with parties within and outside of the organization. Process Control/SCADA/PLC environments would be considered an advantage. Common information security management frameworks, such as International Standards Organization (ISO) 17799/27001, the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) and Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (CobiT) frameworks. Knowledge of security issues, techniques and implications across all of the key platforms within the TPL environment, including: Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop, Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, UNIX (AIX) Oracle, MaxDB, VPN and remote access technologies, CISCO networking platforms Palo Alto firewall technology, Data leakage prevention, Cryptography, BCM/DRP, Access Control, Wireless Security, Ethical hacking skills, Application Security, IT Cyber Security Risk Assessments.

Equity Statement

• Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

The closing date is on 03/03/2026

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Position Purpose

• The specification and design of IT solutions to meet defined business needs. The design, creation, testing and documentation of new and amended programs from supplied specifications in accordance with agreed standards. Ensure smooth operations of relevant IT systems that complement the business. The incumbent is involved with the development, maintenance, and enhancement of TPT’S Terminal Operating system (TOS) functional areas of the TOS; in order to meet the TPT’S Commercial as well as Sales & Marketing business needs and processes. Collaborate with all stakeholders to plan, design, configure, test, and implement TOS-specific solutions. This can include TOS integrated business solutions as well as collaboration with other operating divisions, and customers. Technical tasks related to TOS implementations and upgrades also form part of the responsibilities of the role.

Position Outputs

• Define system requirements, design specifications and systems documentation.
• Data modelling, procedural and technical designs according to application development methods, techniques and standards.
• Structured review of software code, development, and software testing.
• During TOS implementations and upgrades, participate in the entire life cycle of TOS planning, design, configuration, testing and implementation.
• Cost estimation, feasibility studies and other budget requirements
• Record time allocation per task for project management and capitalization purposes
• Staff Management and Leadership. Update technical documentation on a regular basis to ensure it is current and up to date. Maintain technical configurations in accordance with related policies and procedures.
• Execute thorough functional testing of solutions and TOS versions

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant Qualification / National Diplôma (NQF 6/7)
• Advantageous: Transnet leadership Development Programme
• Min 5 years’ relevant experience in development experience in Oracle / APEX preferably with 1 year supervisory or specialist experience Recognition of competence Number of years with lesser or lower qualification.
• 6 yrs relevant and solid experience with at least 2 yrs at managerial level or specialist experience.

The closing date is on 06/03/2026

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Position Purpose

• A Trainee Yard Official will be required to undergo modular training, conduct and successfully complete the required modules as to qualify and certified as a Yard Official.

Position Outputs

• Attend and complete a theoretical Training Program within the required time frame.
• Attend and complete a practical Training Program within the required time frame.
• Develop competency to perform operations and operate equipment as assigned and be accountable for jobs at end of training period.
• Safely and efficiently 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 theoretical and practical training experience for use in progressing.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Standard: GRADE 12
• Must successfully pass a (psychological screening) battery test
• Must successfully pass relevant to the job level medical test (including eyes and ears)
• Physically fit
• Must successfully complete and pass theoretical as well as practical training as a Yard Official

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Position Purpose

• A Trainee Yard Official will be required to undergo modular training, conduct and successfully complete the required modules as to qualify and certified as a Yard Official.

Position Outputs

• Attend and complete a theoretical Training Program within the required time frame.
• Attend and complete a practical Training Program within the required time frame.
• Develop competency to perform operations and operate equipment as assigned and be accountable for jobs at end of training period.
• Safely and efficiently 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 theoretical and practical training experience for use in progressing

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Standard: GRADE 12
• Must successfully pass a (psychological screening) battery test
• Must successfully pass relevant to the job level medical test (including eyes and ears)
• Physically fit
• Must successfully complete and pass theoretical as well as practical training as a Yard Official

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Position Purpose

• Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotives 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 organisation to satisfy the customer needs 

Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/ or Physical Science

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural 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 1.6m tall.
• Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS standards)
• Ability to carry heavy objects.

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
• Be willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months.
• Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)

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Position Purpose

• Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotives 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 organisation to satisfy the customer needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Standard: GRADE 12
• Must successfully pass a (psychological screening) battery test
• Must successfully pass relevant to the job level medical test (including eyes and ears)
• Physically fit
• Must successfully complete and pass theoretical as well as practical training as a Yard Official

Competencies

KNOWLEDGE:

• Yard Official Course.
• Yard and siding layout/working
• Geography of the section of responsibility.
• Shunting procedures
• Train service Act 85
• Vocational knowledge
• High voltage safety instructions
• General and local appendix and directives
• Hazardous materials
• Radio train order system.

SKILLS:

• Negotiating
• Mathematical
• Stress handling
• Problem solving
• Hazmat risk handling
• Interpersonal effectiveness.
• Analytical
• Communication
• Bilingual
• Report writing
• Interpretation.
• Be in possession of Diploma in Trains Working
• Observation
• Data capturing
• Conflict handling
• Writing.

ATTITUDES:

• Attention to detail
• Trustworthy
• Decisiveness
• Assuring
• Shiftwork
• Hazard conscious
• Results orientated.
• Willing to work independently
• Safety orientation
• Equity Statement

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Position Purpose

• To translate business vision and strategy into effective enterprise change by creating, communicating, and improving the key principles and models that describe the enterprise’s future state and enable its evolution.
• The focus is on enabling business and ICT leaders to make investment decisions that balance and prioritise current operational demands, disruptions, and opportunities with the longer-term strategic vision of the organization.

Qualifications and Experience

Requirements: Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in Information Technology and/or Computer Science.
• Relevant Post-Graduate Qualification an added advantage. Required Certifications:
• COBIT Foundation.
• TOGAF or Equivalent EA frameworks, and  ITIL Foundation or ITIL Service Management.
• Requirements of trust and honesty in handling finances as per the national credit act amendment 19.
• Must undergo Lifestyle audit.

Experience:

• 10 – 12 years’ experience in Enterprise Architecture or Domain Functions (Business Process, Application, Infrastructure and Data and Information, including architecture design and deployment, Technology/systems lifecycle management, Application and Infrastructure Planning and Roadmap, Agile-DevOPS and Scrum Methodology).  
• Minimum of 5 years at Senior Management.

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Position Purpose

• To lead the development, implementation of the change management strategy for TRIM as an organization. To position and enable the business through continuous change and transformation which includes people, processes, technologies and methodologies
• Responsible for the development and execution of a structured approach to change management and transformation which will enable TRIM to effectively define and manage outcomes, mitigate risks, assess organisational dynamics and develop the cultural agility that the organisational change requires.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications, Experience and Inherent Job Requirements

• B-degree in e.g. Human / Social Sciences, Business degree with Organisational Development
• Post-graduate qualification would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10-12 ears’ experience in Organisational Transformation within large organisations with a complex operations of which at least 5 years at a senior managerial level;
• Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.
• Must undergo Lifestyle Audit Standard Requirements
• Drivers’ license code 8
• Travel as required by the business

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Position Purpose

• Lead and support strategic and tactical efforts to advance Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager’s organisational design, talent management, remuneration, rewards & recognition, performance management, succession planning, capacity development, strategic workforce planning & use of competencies, data metrics and reporting, as well as broader organisational effectiveness initiatives.
• Partners with the People Management leadership and other business leaders in planning and executing leadership development strategies.
• Accountable for the strategic and tactical design, development, implementation, measurement and on-going management of talent and leadership development systems, processes and programs that are aligned with organisational strategy and established business objectives of Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager and Transnet.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications, Experience and Inherent Job Requirements

• B-degree in e.g. Human / Social Sciences (e.g. Psychology), Business degree with Organisational Development
• Post-graduate qualification would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10-12 years’ experience in Organizational Transformation within large organisations with a complex operation of which at least 5 years at a senior managerial level;
• Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.
• Must undergo Lifestyle Audit Standard Requirements
• Drivers’ license code 8
• Travel as required by the business