Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Young Professional-in-Training Programme 2025. This two-year structured and mentored development programme offers participants the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and professional exposure within one of South Africa’s largest state-owned enterprises.
Application Closing Date: 21 October 2025
Programme Duration: 24 Months
Locations: Johannesburg and Kilner Park, South Africa
About the Programme
The Transnet Young Professional-in-Training Programme aims to equip unemployed graduates (aged 18–35) with both institutionalised knowledge and on-the-job experience, helping them build the competencies needed to enhance their employability.
The programme is structured and assessed every six months, ensuring continuous development and alignment with both Transnet’s expectations and the trainee’s career goals.
Available Positions
🔹 1. Young Professional-in-Training – Johannesburg
Reference: req3506
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Department: SP-BUR-Young Professionals-Trainees-PKT
Grade: GRAD_9
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Capacity Development
Minimum Requirements
- Honours or Master’s Degree in Ergonomics or Human Factors-CSO.
- No prior work experience required.
- Must be a South African citizen.
Key Competencies
- Business understanding and administrative skills.
- Strong computer literacy.
- Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Research and analytical thinking abilities.
- Customer-focused, energetic, and self-driven.
- High levels of integrity, professionalism, and conflict resolution ability.
🔹 2. Young Professional-in-Training – Kilner Park
Reference: req3508
Operating Division: Transnet Freight Rail
Department: SP-BUR-Young Professionals-Trainees-PKT
Grade: GRAD_6
Reporting To: Snr Specialist: Capacity Development
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma, Degree, BTech or equivalent qualification (minimum NQF Level 6) in Human Resources Management.
- No prior work experience required.
- Must be a South African citizen.
Placement Locations
Successful candidates will be placed across various Depots and Departments, including Leeuhof, Krugersdorp, and Kilner Park.
Key Competencies
- Sound business and administrative understanding.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Teamwork, integrity, and professionalism.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Self-motivation, proactiveness, and assertiveness.
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 Transnet Freight Rail.
Important Notes
- It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure their applications are received by HR before the closing date (21 October 2025).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The programme is open to graduates without prior work experience in their field of study.
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