Website Transnet
Transnet freight rail is the largest division of Transnet Limited, a public company with South African government as its sole shareholder. It is a world class heavy haul freight rail company that specialises in the transportation of freight. Transnet freight rail has approximately 38 000 employee… read mores, who are spread throughout the country. Transnet Limited, operating and controlling South Africa’s major transport infrastructure, is also responsible for ensuring that the country’s transport industries operate according to world-class standards. Transnet forms an integral part of the Southern African economy. Transnet Freight Rail's core business lies in freight logistics solutions designed for customers in industry based business segments, mining, heavy and light manufacturing. The company maintains an extensive rail network across South Africa that connects with other rail networks in the sub-Saharan region, with its rail infrastructure representing about 80% of Africa's total. "The company is proud of its reputation for technological leadership beyond Africa as well as with-in Africa, where it is active in some 17 countries" The company is proud of its reputation for technological leadership beyond Africa as well as with-in Africa, where it is active in some 17 countries. Transnet freight rail has positioned itself to become a profitable and sustainable freight railway business, assisting in driving the competitiveness of the South African economy. Transnet freight rail is proudly placed to dramatically alter the South African rail industry. This enables us to play a positive and active role in the transformation of our society. We do so against the backdrop of sound business principles, a regulatory framework and the challenges of meeting the expectations of our customers. 15 Girton Road. Parktown Johannesburg , Gauteng 2193 South Africa
Position Purpose
Transnet Port Terminals is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates for a two-year programme (24 months programme). This programme will provide the incumbents with relevant workplace experience through a structured learning programme and organizational support.
Position Outputs
As a Young-Professional-In-Training, your responsibilities include shadowing various staff members, participating in learning experiences, attending meetings and workshops, with exposure to other working functions to gain practical experience in the following deliverables:
Take work briefs/instructions from Mentor and/or Specialist to structure the work required to produce specific deliverables.
Execute project work task effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively.
Produce quality work that can be used as input to develop the most appropriate project solutions.
Communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of their needs, including the level of urgency as well as keep them updated regularly on the progress of their requirements.
Ensure that queries are addressed in a satisfactory and timeous manner.
Provide general administrative assistance.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Ensure adherence to ethical and professional standards.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all tasks.
Qualifications and Experience
Honours/Master’s in Operations Research/Statistical Sciences 0–1 year of relevant work experience. Must be a South African citizen. Age between 18 and 35 years.
Competencies
Good written and communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. The ability to work well within a team. Problem solving and pay attention to detail.
Apply via company website ( http://www.transnetfreightrail-tfr.net ) or
transnettalentportal.csod.com