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Transnet Trainee Shed Assistant Job Opportunity 2026 | Apply Now

Looking for an entry-level railway job in South Africa? Transnet Freight Rail is recruiting a Trainee Shed Assistant in . This trainee opportunity is ideal for candidates with Grade 10 who are eager to build a career in the rail and logistics industry.

If you’re physically fit, safety-conscious, and willing to work shifts, this could be your opportunity to receive structured training and gain valuable experience with one of South Africa’s largest state-owned logistics companies.

Job Overview

  • Position: Trainee Shed Assistant
  • Company:
  • Reference Number: req5271
  • Job Type: Trainee
  • Location:
  • Reporting To: Corridor Manager
  • Grade: SSTFT
  • Posted Date: 1 July 2026
  • Closing Date: Not specified (Apply as soon as possible)

About the Role

The Trainee Shed Assistant supports the Shedman with locomotive shunting operations within the locomotive yard. The role focuses on ensuring locomotives are safely prepared, fuelled, inspected, and moved while maintaining high safety and operational standards.

Successful applicants will undergo both theoretical and practical training before being certified to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with locomotive shunting movements.
  • Prepare and allocate locomotives for train operations.
  • Fuel diesel locomotives with diesel and sand.
  • Couple and uncouple locomotives safely.
  • Operate railway points during shunting.
  • Apply hand brakes and secure parked locomotives.
  • Test auxiliary locomotive equipment.
  • Maintain cleanliness within the locomotive yard.
  • Identify and report unsafe working conditions.
  • Follow Transnet safety procedures and railway operating rules.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 10 qualification or
  • Six years’ experience in an operations environment.
  • Willingness to complete Shed Assistant training.
  • Ability to pass medical examinations and behavioural risk assessments.
  • Good physical fitness, hearing, vision and mental health.
  • Willingness to work shifts.

Knowledge and Skills

Suitable candidates should demonstrate:

  • Knowledge of railway yards and shunting procedures.
  • Basic understanding of locomotives and brake systems.
  • Good communication and English literacy.
  • Planning and organisational skills.
  • Numerical ability.
  • Observation and attention to detail.
  • Strong safety awareness.
  • Ability to work under pressure.

Personal Attributes

Transnet is looking for candidates who are:

  • Safety conscious
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Results driven
  • Self-managed
  • Able to work under pressure
  • Willing to work rotating shifts

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in accordance with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan.

Important Information

  • If you do not receive feedback within 90 days, consider your application unsuccessful.
  • Transnet never charges application or recruitment fees.
  • Report recruitment fraud through Transnet’s anti-fraud channels.

Why Join Transnet?

Working for offers an opportunity to receive industry-recognised training, gain hands-on railway experience, develop technical skills, and build a long-term career in South Africa’s freight rail sector.

Apply as soon as possible, as no official closing date has been provided.

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