Young Professional In Training (Ref No: Req3540)

About

Description

Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) invites unemployed South African graduates between the ages of 18 and 35 to apply for the Young Professional-in-Training (YPiT) Programme. This two-year structured development programme is designed to provide graduates with both institutional knowledge and on-the-job experience in key operational and support areas. The initiative aims to develop future industry professionals by equipping participants with technical, managerial, and analytical skills relevant to the logistics and rail transport sectors. Each candidate’s progress will be reviewed every six months to ensure the programme continues to meet both Transnet’s operational objectives and the participant’s personal development goals. This opportunity is open to graduates from Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)-registered institutions — including Universities, Universities of Technology, and Colleges — with a qualification of NQF Level 7 or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Undertake a structured 24-month learning and development journey, combining academic instruction with practical workplace exposure
• Gain insight into Transnet Freight Rail operations, logistics management, and project execution processes
• Participate in departmental projects and initiatives to develop hands-on experience in logistics planning, resource allocation, and performance improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency
• Receive mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals within the organisation
• Be subject to performance reviews every six months to monitor learning outcomes and professional growth

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in one of the following fields:
• Logistics and Transport Management
• Project Management
• Industrial Engineering

Application instructions:

• Click on the "Apply now" button to apply