Young Professional-in-Training (Graduate Programme 2025)
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail (TFR)
Employee Group: Trainee
Grade: GRAD_6 – GRAD_9 (depending on placement)
Locations: Multiple – including Kilner Park, Johannesburg, Bellville, Durban, Nelspruit, Isando, Leeuhof, Upington, Polokwane, Richards Bay, and Saldanha
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Capacity Development / Snr People Business Partner
Reference Numbers: Various (req3467 – req3581)
Closing Date: 28 October 2025
Position Purpose
Transnet Freight Rail invites unemployed South African graduates aged 18–35 to apply for its two-year Young Professional-in-Training (YPT) Programme 2025.
This structured graduate development initiative combines institutional learning and on-the-job experience, helping candidates build a solid foundation for future employability within the rail and logistics sector.
Participants will receive mentorship and performance assessments every six months to ensure progress and alignment with TFR’s professional standards and objectives.
Position Outputs
- Participate in a two-year structured graduate development programme.
- Gain practical work exposure across various functional areas of Transnet Freight Rail.
- Receive ongoing mentoring, coaching, and performance evaluations every six months.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum Qualification: National Diploma / BTech / Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management (NQF Level 6 or higher).
- Experience: No prior work experience required.
- Citizenship: South African citizen.
- Successful applicants will be placed at various depots and departments (e.g., Leeuhof, Krugersdorp, Kilner Park).
Competencies
- Strong business and administrative understanding
- Computer literacy (MS Office proficiency)
- Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Integrity, professionalism, and proactive approach
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Customer-focused attitude and problem-solving mindset
- Conflict management and analytical thinking
- Self-motivation and assertiveness
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, in accordance with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and organisational targets.
How to Apply
Apply here
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