Job Openings at Transnet

Position Purpose

• Responsible for performing all avionic & technical maintenance activities as determined in the Maintenance Schedule and recording of all discrepancies identified during the required inspection operations.  Certifying maintenance release of all avionics work as per TNPA and regulator authorisations. Ensuring the provision of airworthy aircraft, complying with manufacturers, regulatory authorities, and TNPA processes and procedures.

Position Outputs

• Perform all Avionics technical maintenance activities as determined in the Maintenance Schedule and when necessary, record all discrepancies identified during the required inspection operations.
• Signs maintenance release of all avionic work when authorised.
• Ensure provision of an airworthy aircraft, complying with manufacturers, regulatory authority, and TNPA standards to the customer.
• Maintain high technical standards and readiness of TNPA aircraft for efficient service delivery.
• Record all activities being performed through the use of approved documentation in a clear and concise manner showing all actions taken as a result of work accomplished.
• Maintain sound technical practices that include systematic troubleshooting to determine aircraft malfunctions and rectification.
• Perform all maintenance activities (including compass swings, radio, instrumentation, electrical cabling and modifications) as determined in the Approved Schedule and when necessary, record all discrepancies identified during the required inspection process for analysis.
• Thorough knowledge and application of the requirements of the Manual of Procedures, CAR’s of 2011, SAMSA regulations, Approved Schedules, Manufacturers Manuals Airworthiness Directives and Airworthiness Notices.
• Accurate isolation of defects and corrective action planning.
• Certify own work and as well as countersigning work of other engineers as well as junior engineers in training in accordance with operating procedures.
• Maintain vigilance at all times for discrepancies, which may occur during operation of aircraft and rectify them correctly in the shortest possible time.
• Hold current AME license with ratings applicable to TNPA aircraft, for installation of avionics equipment, functional testing and release to service.
• Ensure that TNPA aircraft have valid and correct technical documentation and functioning avionics systems at all times.
• Maintain sound technical practices at all times and adhere to airworthiness codes and safety standards.
• Log all activities being performed through the use of approved documentation in a clear and concise manner showing all actions taken and work accomplished.
• Use the correct tooling and equipment to perform required work operations on airborne navigation/communications systems, weather radar, autopilot, flight instrument systems and accessories.
• Carry out pre-flight and after-flight inspections on every flight mission.
• Assists with Mechanical work where necessary and ensure that TNPA aircraft are safe for operation at all times.
• Supervision, mentorship and endorsement of junior engineers’ logbooks.

Qualifications and Experience

• Hold a valid AME license applicable to TNPA aircraft with W or X ratings. Trade certificate. Avionics general certificate. Aircraft type course (s). 3 years aircraft maintenance experience as a qualified avionics AME.

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Position Purpose

• Drive the development of a Security Management Strategy, plan an budget focused on preventative measures to safeguard the business of Transnet Port Terminals.
• Direct and oversee the implementation of all security and fraud risk management programs that provide protection and safety of the organisation’s employees, assets and customers.
• Identify areas (geographic and types of security threats) that need to be prioritised in dealing with the security of people, assets and infrastructure.
• Lead an investment programme in the use technology and other digital tools to ensure a cost-effective security environment.
• Monitor the performance of external service providers contracted to deal with the security of Transnet Port Terminals' estates, engineering network and locomotives.
• Undertake continuous security risk assessment in all the business operations
• Form strategic alliances with law enforcement agencies to ensure TPT gets maximum cooperation during criminal investigations.

Position Outputs

• Develop, communicate and implement the Department's vision, mission and overall direction.
• Lead the development and implementation of the overall security management strategy and plans.
• Lead the alignment of the security management standards with the respective regulatory bodies and applicable benchmarks.
• Enforce and promote adherence to the safety and security statues, standards, policies and processes.
• Sponsor the development and deployment of the security and safety improvement initiatives.
• Develop the strategic relationships with the key safety and security agencies such as SAPS, SAMSA, RSR, Crime Intelligence and State Security.
• Develop long-term plans that will create the safe and secure environment throughout the Operating Division.
• Effectively manage and control the department's resources, such as budgets, personnel, machines, material and equipment, and positively contribute to achievement of TPT's business objectives.
• Ensure good and sound corporate governance.
• Monitor the performance of the external security service providers.
• Develop a safety manual that sets out processes and standard operating procedure that deal with the continuation of operations and corrective measures.
• Develop a risk assessment and early warning system of potential business disruptions.
• Develop a technology and automation strategy aimed at dealing with theft of assets, equipment and other organisation properties.
• Security Management To provide leadership within TPT for the development and execution of companywide strategic security plan and associated initiatives that seek to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
• Provide leadership to the Security Functionary and advise management on all matters relating to the attainment of a high level of security within TPT.
• Provide a link between TPT Head Office and the regions; give guidance on matters of security practice, standardisation, monitoring, reporting, integrated security operations between terminals in support of business strategy and performance management.
• Enhance the security function within TPT through development and enforcing implementation of procedures and the monitoring thereof through provision of guidance on effective and efficient execution of roles, tasks and projects
• Provide guidance and advise internal and external stakeholders on all matters relating to security risk exposures affecting all allocated businesses.
• Liaise with government departments tasked with regulating the government security portfolio and maintenance of international agreed upon security conventions
• Keeping abreast with the latest developments and implementation of security controls
• Oversee the functional application of the Contract and associated Service Level Agreements with contracted security service providers and interaction with the management of these companies on matters related to the execution of the function
• Management and effective participation of all security related BCM's required Functions
• Manage, control and monitor expenses with regard to the operational and capital budgets, in order to ensure cost-effective security functionality and maximize resource utilization

Qualifications and Experience

• B. Degree or equivalent qualification in Security Management / Law A post graduate qualification will be an added advantage Minimum of 15 years’ experience of which at least 5 – 7 years at an executive / senior leadership position in security /or risk management environment Demonstrate stakeholder relations skills Requirement of trust and honesty in handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19 Recognition of competence Number of years with lesser or lower qualification Relevant qualification (NQF 6/7) 12 yrs relevant and solid experience with at least 8 yrs at managerial level or specialist experience.

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Position Purpose

• Drive the successful implementation of the TRIM internal and external communications strategy for the Corridors and facilitate two-way communications between management, employees and the external public in order to positively position TRIM. 

Position Outputs

• Develop, gain approval and implement a communications plan for the Corridors aligned with Transnet Rail Infrastructure Managers strategic objective and international best practice. Manage external media relationships through regular consultation with stakeholders to establish, build and maintain relationships. Externally position TRIM through engaging and persuading relevant stakeholders by participating in strategic railways and associated business forums and bodies. Monitor service delivery and its standards with stakeholders. Develop, manage and implement an internal and external safety communication plan. Ensure that all approved internal communication programmes are implemented successfully and managed effectively. Drive the implementation of TRIMs internal and external communication plan.
• Deliver regular and consistent communications for all employees through a range of communications platforms in the corridors. Draft media releases and statements and respond to media queries related to the corridors. Develop internal communications strategy and programmes for the corridor – ensuring a regular cadence of comms to employees. Liaise with external service providers used for internal and external communications purposes so that they all deliver within time, budget and quality requirements in line with the signed service agreement. Provide support for the development and implementation of communications initiatives that promote the organisation and its products/services to internal and external audiences. Coordinate preparations and logistics to oversee arrangements for employee and media related gatherings/events.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree/Diploma in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism 5 years’ relevant experience within Communications environment.

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Position Purpose

• To support the Group-wide (i.e. includes the Operating Divisions) financial accounting reporting in terms of statutory and International Financial Reporting Standards on a monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual basis.

Position Outputs

• Prepare the Group’s reporting consolidation with relevant finance managers across divisions, provide the development of changes required and ensure that all additional reporting requirements, in terms of International Financial Reporting Standards, the Companies Act and management accounting/budget system are implemented, including monitoring the process and inter-company balances.
• Prepare Transnet’s notes to the financial statements for International Financial Reporting Standards and the Companies Act reporting purposes, implement timeliness and accuracy of the notes to the financial statements, including: - Discuss and agree accounting standard and business requirement changes with senior management, the Group Technical team (and external auditors, if applicable) prior to implementation. - Implement accounting standard and business requirement changes into the Business Warehouse consolidations system (with IT support), resulting in updates of notes to the financial statements.
• Engagement with external auditors on the audit of the Group consolidation. Continuous monitoring to improve timeliness and accuracy of the Finance Team and EXCO Team financial reports, specifically the Group income statements, statement of financial position and cash flows, analysing deviations with the relevant finance managers, across divisions, ensuring that the Company’s financial results are accurately reported on, from an external reporting, management reporting and statutory reporting perspective.
• Prepare Transnet’s National Treasury Grap AFS financial reporting with the relevant notes, including continuous development and enhancement to improve the timeliness and accuracy of the reports.
• Prepare quarterly STATSSA and SARB reports accurately and timeously and implement innovative ideas to enhance the preparation of these reports.
• Prepare the GMTN Base Prospectus, supplements and quarterly updates accurately and timeously and implement innovative ideas to enhance the preparation of these reports.
• Define own performance goals and monitor new ideas generated from manager and peers within the division, identify training and coaching needed in order to upskill specialist areas for oneself and manage the development of trainee accountants by training, coaching and identifying weaknesses and strengths.
• Create working relations with the other divisions/departments and build positive business relationships with peers and specialists to ensure that commitments are delivered within appropriate timeframes, including assisting with ad-hoc requests from the Office of the GCFO and other ad-hoc requests from the Group that require Group Reporting’s input/completion.

Qualifications and Experience

• CA(SA) is required
• Reporting experience is an added advantage
• Requirement of Trust and Honesty in the handling of Finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.
• Standard Job Requirements:
• Driver’s license code 08
• Travel as required.

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Position Purpose

• To provide underlying technical, functional and data support to the SAP Asset Accounting (AA), Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) processes in TRIM that require the usage of complex ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) information systems by Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager employees; ultimately aiding in providing better systems & process controls; more accurate financial and other reporting sub-processes; more efficient methods of transacting; and upskilling the employees using those systems. 

Position Outputs

•  Provide training & test end users on SAP AA/FI/CO modules & related important information to ensure user process & transaction knowledge is strong. (Also provide remedial fixes to users needing it).  To provide process understanding and enhancement support to relevant SAP processes.  Provide telephonic, teams, and e-mail support to users experiencing system errors on SAP AA/FI/CO modules, or those unable to complete specific transactions; and provide period-end technical jobs for TRIM.  To ensure SAP roles (transactional) are granted and controlled via the appropriate risk management tolls (currently GRC) to ensure Business Process Owners mitigate all medium; high and critical risks, and provide safe password resetting.  Provide information to SAP Coe for system errors/issues that are revealed as non-user faults, and need addressing. Provide testing on fixes.  Provide testing, data services to the business on projects, system changes etc.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Requirements  Bachelor’s degree (B Com) or equivalent IT degree with majors in accounting/ IT.  5 years of SAP support or SAP implementation / IT business analyst experience dealing with system and data analytics.  Requirements of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.  Must undergo Lifestyle Audit. ROC  4 - 8 years relevant and solid experience in supervising activities, diagnostic and quality of work-flow and procedures; Quality execution of work, within the defined operating procedures, standards and working routines. Or provide technical guidance/expertise. Execution of work ensuring compliance with at least 3 years at supervisory/managerial level or specialist experience. Standard Job Requirements  Valid drivers license.  Travel as required and approved.

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Position Purpose

• Serve as costing expert, and in so doing provide financial due diligence and operating costs analysis and make recommendations in support of key strategic business decisions that could fundamentally reshape the operating cost core and serve as budgeting expert to ensure that budget is prepared in line with group guidelines and business operational needs.

Position Outputs

• Process owner for costing models, systems and methodologies Interrogate and benchmark current processes (together with stakeholders from operations and continuous improvement) to identify inefficiencies and eliminate waste within the division Page 2 Analyse, interrogate and undertake scenario planning across operational processes, in order to understand key cost drivers and engage stakeholders on opportunities to eliminate inefficiencies and optimize costs Understand business needs and ensure that SAP profit and cost centre structures are designed and enhanced to meet the business requirements, so that they lead to improved access to data on which to base business decisions
• Manage the monthly SAP costing runs through ensuring that the data is complete, assessment processes have run properly and any errors have been resolved before final reports are produced Make recommendations on maintaining and controlling the integrity of cost centre structures, including the merging and clean-up in order to facilitate improvements in reporting standards Oversee the production and enhancement of meaningful costing and other business reports to support optimal decision making. Partner with Operations to detect and eliminate waste, as well as assist in determining the optimal operating model to ensure profitability and future growth and sustainability.
• Budgeting As per the Budget Guidelines, assist the Departments in the compilation and the capturing of the operating costs budget into applicable versions of the SAP CO module Consolidate Departmental Budgets Attend Budget Motivation Meetings and make necessary amendments as recommended in these meetings. Ensure that all Budgets are captured on SAP; and As per Group Budget Guidelines, capture the budgets onto Group supplied templates and submit these to Group on set deadlines. Contribute towards compilation and review of the company long-term Capex financial forecasts as inputs to and Corporate Business Plans. Compilation of Borrowing Costs annual budget and computation of Borrowing costs component for individual projects during business case approval process. Compilation of annual budget Forex and Quarterly reports to Transnet Treasury. Computation of Forex component for individual projects during business case approval process.
• Ensure proper implementation of Capital Portfolio Management Framework (CPMF) policies. Distribute Capital budget guidelines to Project Management. Compile and distribute budget templates for Project Managers. Consolidate completed budget templates to formulate 10-year plan. Through SAP PPM or applicable templates, submit approved 10-year plan budget to Group Capital Integration and Assurance. Implement the budget amendments as directed by Group.
• Month-end Reporting Perform monthly reconciliation of cost centres and accounting (FI) modules. Prepare month-end EXCO and Group reporting Prepare the costs savings initiatives reports Page 3 Monitor Budget variances Produce Monthly Latest Forecast report. Produce Capex Flash Reports for Transnet Group Update and submit a monthly Capex Report to Transnet Group.
• Capital Projects Business Cases Review and analysis of all capital business cases/motivations for onward submission to the Project Manager. Ensure that project Sanction and capital approval numbers (CAN) are issued and properly recorded Review evaluation models to assess the financial/economic viability of projects.
• Participation in Project Structures Participation in the Project Management Structures when invited and give advice where applicable. Co-Ordination and Chairing of Monthly Capex Flash Meetings. Participation in the Project Gate Review Meetings and give advice where applicable. Compliance In compliance with the applicable policy, performing Interim Reviews (IR) and Post Implementation Reviews (PIR) for qualifying projects and give recommendations on the improvements. Ensuring that Transnet Investment Policies are adhered to at all times. Ensuring that all Transnet Property Capital Investment and Governance processes and procedures are adhered to.
• Year End Process Create a new Investment Management (IM) program for the new financial year. Carry forward IM Budget to the next fiscal year. Administration activities Train new and existing employees on execution of SAP Costing Module reports Ensure appropriate systems and controls are in place to manage resources and good corporate governance practices Ensure implementation of corrective action necessitated by audit findings Conduct SAP IM training to companywide users. Provide IM support as a Process Owner. Provide Capital Investment information to Auditors - Effect and Follow up on Audit Findings.

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma in Accounting, or relevant qualification, with 5 years’ relevant experience in a large enterprise, preferably with 1 year supervisory or specialist experience.

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Position Purpose

• The Senior Project Manager (SPM), reporting to the Senior Manager Project Portfolio, is accountable for ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of the small to medium size projects.
• He/ she has the overall accountability for the scope, cost, schedule and quality on all the phases of the project(s).
• He provides routine and regular feedback to the Project Sponsors, Senior Manager Project Portfolio and the Execution Team on progress, issues or areas of concern.
• The SPM is a hands-on manager and as such, he will participate in project related activities, as necessary, during the project and will be familiar with all aspects of the project implementation.
• He has the delegated authority to make decisions and co-ordinate overall needs and direction in liaison with the Senior Manager Project Portfolio.
• He will review the progress of the project regularly with the Portfolio Manager / General Manager: Capital & Strategic Projects, R&D, CI and project team as necessary.
• The SPM who is the TPL NEC3 PM, provides support to the Senior Project Manager of the EPCM Provider; will assist with major issues, problems and policy conflicts; removes obstacles; is active in planning the scope; approves scope changes, signs off major deliverables; and signs off on approvals to proceed to each succeeding project phase as per the PLP process

Position Outputs

•  Achieve the LTI and injury/incident frequency rate targets as included in the PEP for the project as a whole through demonstrating personal commitment to safety and by implementing systems both in the office and on site to promote safety awareness and create a “safety first” culture. Fulfil statutory obligations as Safety Administrator for areas of responsibility.  Ensure that the project(s) are executed safely and in compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, standing instructions and safe working procedures.  Develop an appropriate organisation structure for execution of the project, identify functions necessary, select appropriately experienced and enthusiastic personnel for specific positions and delegate responsibilities. Identify part-time team members in conjunction with individual Group Leaders.
•  Establish specific policies/procedures relevant to project execution and arrange preparation of the Project Execution Plan (PEP);  Ensure that the project(s) are executed in compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, standing instructions and working procedures.  Set goals and objectives, identify priorities, clearly communicate these to team members and appropriate other parties, and provide leadership in their implementation. Motivate, ensure commitment and build a result-oriented team focused on achieving the optimum outcome for Transnet;
•  Direct, control and manage through nominated staff all aspects of the project including in-house engineering, procurement and risk management, construction, interfaces, administration functions and all external work undertaking by contractors and consultants throughout the design, supply, construction and commissioning phases of the project
•  Overview and ensure that work and progress on the project will satisfy the client’s expectations.  Maintain a relationship with the client at a senior executive level.  Maintain and display clear “ownership” and accountability for delivery of the project’s business outcomes.  Establish specific policies / procedures relevant to project execution and arrange preparation of the PEP;
•  Ensure initiation and execution of the work is in accordance with the PEP, such that completion of the project is achieved by the authorised completion date, within the authorised budget and equals or exceeds the expected quality.  Ensure that all communication channels are effectively operating amongst project team members and business units and that co-ordination and co-operation between disciplines is occurring;  Co-ordinate the development of a project budget derived from the initial or proposal budget and a corresponding project implementation schedule. Conduct regular project progress and cost estimate review meetings.
•  Ensure the final forecast estimate to completion is updated and maintained and the client is aware at all times of the forecast final cost;  Monitor and measure the work being executed regularly against schedule, milestone deliverables and capital expenditure budgets.  Recommend and implement corrective strategies where needed to best meet Transnet’s overall project objectives.  Transition the project’s execution phase into its operating phase by implementing the plans for the future running of the business;  Sets the projects goals and business objectives, including scope, cost, time safety, start-up and risk, etc;  Ensure adherence to the project’s authorised Scope of Work, monitor scope status and advise the client accordingly.
•  Defines and delegates the projects roles and assigns levels of approval and authority in line with his own DoA;  Develops the operating and maintenance strategies and facilitates their input;  Develop plans for commissioning / project(s) handover.  Be responsible for communication with the client, particularly as regards requests for changes and modifications. Ensure contractual commitments regarding deliverables are met.
•  Engages in all decision making about the project’s implementation that is not delegated to a Project Manager and that is in with his DoA;  Review and approve the monthly project progress report prepared for the client and / or for distribution to other parties.  Provide inputs in writing of Business Cases for approval;  Controls the project’s capital and maintains strict controls on variations and contingency. Manage and recommend variants to FFCs and PCNs on PEPs, other than originally stated;
•  Responsible for decision about short term issues;  Sign third party procurement contracts within the approved delegated framework limits as the Client;  Participate and attend Procurement Committee meetings; attend bid clarification meetings; attend and represent Client on Environmental Management Forums; and Business Unit Presentation Feedback Sessions;  Support staff development and skills transfer.  On large to mega projects report to the Principal Project Manager or Project Director dependent on the approved project organogram.

Qualifications and Experience

•  An accredited B-Tech Eng / B-Tech Construction Management, or equivalent qualification in the Built Environment field of study plus a minimum of 8 years relevant practical experience or  OR Accredited National Diploma (ND) qualification in the Built Environment field of study plus a minimum of 10 years relevant practical experience  Professional Registration as PrCPM in terms of SACPCMP requirements  Driver licence code B minimum Advantageous:  Business qualification eg. MBA, MBL, MSc Project Management, B Com is an added advantage.  Professional Registration in terms of ECSA is an added advantage.  PMP Certification/ equivalent is preferred.  Knowledge and experience with NEC 3 forms of contract will be a definite advantage. Experience  At least 5 years relevant post graduate experience in the hydrocarbon/ petrochemical sectors  A minimum of 2 years technical experience within the hydrocarbon/ petrochemical industry