Position Purpose<\/p>\n
\tAssist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving\/handling of all different types of trains\/locomotive consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight\/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customers\u2019 needs.<\/p>\n
Position Outputs<\/p>\n
\tSign on duty at designated work place and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift. \u00a0Determine which locomotive to be prepared \u00a0Obtain and place equipment on locomotive \u00a0Check and supplement prescribed equipment \u00a0Clean working area \u00a0Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed assist with locomotive brake tests \u00a0Couple locomotive \u00a0Sign on duty \u00a0Despatch locomotive\u00a0
\n\tPrepare locomotives \u00a0Determine which locomotive to be prepared \u00a0Obtain and place equipment on locomotive \u00a0Check and supplement prescribed equipment \u00a0Clean working area \u00a0Assist with starting up of locomotive as prescribed \u00a0Assist with locomotive brake tests\u00a0
\n\tPrepare communication equipment \u00a0Obtain radio\u2019s\/handsets\/walkie talkie\/telemeters when applicable \u00a0Check functionality of communication equipment
\n\tPerforms the pre-trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards \u00a0Attach\/detach vehicles according to works order in absence of yard personnel i. Mount telemeters where necessary ii. Complete vehicle list and vacuum form iii. Mount train indicators iv. Examine train v. Do brake test in conjunction with train driver\u00a0
\n\tExecute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures. \u00a0Obtain works order \u00a0Performa shunting\/placing\/removing of trucks as per works order \u00a0Update vehicle list \u00a0Place and clear load\/empty trucks at siding
\n\tAssist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the train from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service. \u00a0Verbally compare signal positions and display with train driver \u00a0Observe proceeding trains patrol locomotives \u00a0Reset locomotive trip-outs \u00a0Observe safe running of train \u00a0Protect train during incidents \u00a0Assist train driver during emergency circumstances\u00a0
\n\tComply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent.
\n\tProvide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route\u00a0
\n\tAssist in performing various administration duties\u00a0
\n\tComplete the Train journal and submit to the Section manager at sign-off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary.<\/p>\n
Qualifications and Experience
\nEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tGrade 12 with pure Mathematics and\/or Physical Science. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:\u00a0
\n\tBe prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioral risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months.\u00a0
\n\tPhysical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments).\u00a0
\n\tThe operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake train driver or train control duties. (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8).<\/p>\n
The following minimum Trainee pre-requisite:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tThe candidate should be a minimum of 1.6m tall.\u00a0
\n\tPsychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS) standard).\u00a0
\n\tAbility to carry heavy objects.<\/p>\n
FUNCTIONAL TRAINING:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tBe prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant.\u00a0
\n\tBe willing, prepared and capable to obtain a Train Assistant duties certificate (theoretical and practical) successfully and be certified to work independently as Train Assistant.\u00a0<\/p>\n
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tBe prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioural risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months. \u00a0Physical, hearing, vision, and mental fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related Safety Behavioural Risk Assessment)<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.transnetfreightrail-tfr.net ) or<\/p>\n
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