Transnet Freight Rail Young Professional-in-Training Programme
Location: Kilner Park, Pretoria
Employee Group: Trainee
Reference: req5019
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Overview
Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) is offering a two-year structured Young Professional-in-Training programme aimed at unemployed South African graduates. The programme combines institutional learning and on-the-job training to build work experience and improve employability.
Candidates will undergo a structured development journey with mentorship and performance assessments every six months.
Position Purpose
This programme is designed to develop graduates through practical exposure across various functional areas within Transnet Freight Rail. It targets unemployed graduates with no prior work experience in their field of study and aims to build critical industry skills.
Who Should Apply?
- Unemployed South African graduates aged 18–35.
- Applicants with a completed Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 8.
- Graduates with no prior work experience in their field of study.
- Candidates from DHET-registered institutions (Universities and Universities of Technology).
- Individuals willing to be placed at various TFR depots and departments.
Minimum Requirements
- Fully completed Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Systems Engineering, or related field.
- No prior work experience required.
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must meet graduate programme eligibility requirements.
Key Competencies
- Business understanding
- Administrative and computer skills
- Strong teamwork abilities
- High integrity and professionalism
- Customer-focused mindset
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical and research skills
- Problem-solving and negotiation skills
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Conflict resolution ability
Programme Structure
- Duration: 24 months
- Mentored graduate development programme
- Performance review every 6 months
- Work exposure in different TFR departments
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan. First preference will be given to Persons with Disabilities (PWD).
Important Notice
If you do not receive feedback within 90 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Transnet does not request any payment from job seekers. Any suspicious activity should be reported to the official fraud hotline.
🕒 Posted: 2026-06-04