Jobs at Transnet

Position Purpose

• The purpose of the Graduate Internship Programme is to work under supervision of a professionally qualified individual, in order to gain experience through a structured 24-month training programme. The programme seeks to place the graduate intern in specific areas within TNPA according to their academic background, career aspirations and business requirements.

Position Outputs

• Follow a structured training programme
• Undergo performance reviews and assessments
• Perform all duties as contained in his/her development programme, as well as which he/she may reasonably be required to perform by Transnet National Ports Authority

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma/Degree/BTech/BCom in Supply Chain/Logistics management/HRM/Accounting/Safety Management/Environmental Health • 18-35 years old • South African Citizen People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply • No work experience. • NB Preference will be given to applicants within the Buffalo City Municipality in East London

Competencies

• Good written and communication skills.
• Computer Skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office: Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. 
• Attention to details
• The ability to work well within a team; problem solving and pays attention to detail.

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 the Organisation/Operating Division.

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Position Purpose

• Provide protection of life, property and the environment by responding to fire and emergency situations, conduct fire prevention duties, up keeping and servicing of fire equipment.

Position Outputs

• Maintain Operational Readiness
• Proactively and reactively attend to fire and hazmat emergencies with a view to save life, assets, and environment.
• Maintenance of fire equipment
• Perform all specialized procedures in dealing with emergency other incidents
• Adhere to Governance and Risk Management in terms of legislations, policies and procedures
• Adhere to Transnet, policies, procedures and Guidelines
• Caring for other person’s live and/or assets without favour and/prejudice
• Continuous assessment of own performance, professional interaction and ethical dealings with stakeholder/clients and co-workers.
• Perform fire patrols after hours.
• Inspection of Dangerous Goods Freight Staged in Marshalling yards
• Fire and equipment inspections of cargo sheds, warehouse and other structures.
• Fire protection duties on cargo and chemical tankers and explosives.
• Commands incident site until arrival of higher authority.
• Handling of all Hazmat and fire equipment.
• Man the fire control room.
• Man fire equipment on board tugs during vessel incidents.
• Standby and inspection of hot work sites.
• Inspection and testing of fire detection, fire suppression and sprinkler systems.
• Grain elevator inspections (threat of dust explosions).
• Hot work inspection on vessels, Rail Network, and depot construction sites
• Perform any other function as directed by a person having authority.

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or Equivalent (NQF 4) 
• Fire Fighter 1 (SAQA/IFSAC) Accredited.
• Fire Fighter 2 (SAQA/IFSAC) Accredited.
• Hazmat Awareness (SAQA/IFSAC) Accredited.
•  Hazmat Operational (SAQA/IFSAC)
• Valid First Aid (level 3) or valid Basic Ambulance Assistants Certificate.
•  Be in possession of a valid driver licence minimum C1 with a valid PrDP and in a position to drive such a vehicle. (OD Specific) Work Experience
• None (Entry Level) Other Requirements
•  Mentally and Physically Fit

Competencies

Competencies Required:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Port/ Rail Services operations
• Knowledge of hazardous substances labels
•  Fire engineering Science
• Fire Safety
• Hazmat awareness (Dangerous Goods)
• Knowledge of corporate standards / instructions
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety
• Knowledge of harbour regulations/Port Rules
• Fire Brigade Services Act 99 of 1987
• Basic Knowledge of the SANS Codes of Practice: SANS 10090, SANS 10400, SANS10087, SANS 10089, SANS 3000

Skills required:

• Computer skills 
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal skills Attributes
• Hard working
• Team leader
• Exemplary
• Punctual
• Honest
• Team Work

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 the Organisation/Operating Division.

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Position Purpose

• To market and enhance heritage assets offerings to stakeholders. Identify opportunities, facilitate, and enable partnerships with external parties to promote Transnet’s heritage assets, and create
• New sustainable revenue streams. This, while concurrently, implementing the heritage policy and strategy, and ensuring alignment with legislative and business requirements, corporate governance guidelines and principles.

Position Outputs

• Fostering institutional partnerships, liaison, managing, and promoting relationships with steam clubs, foundations, museums, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and implement an integrated Heritage framework across the business (ODs) to ensure heritage assets are managed uniformly and commercialised appropriately, ensuring that there are SLA’ s are in place.
• Identify and develop commercialisation opportunities to yield a return on Transnet’s investments and Heritage Assets, including but not limited to identifying sponsorship or fundraising opportunities.
• Continuously review heritages asset for commercial usage, review of heritage assets for alienation and revenue generation. While simultaneously balancing the preservation of Transnet’s heritage assets with revenue generation.
• Implement commercialisation initiatives for Transnet’s Heritage assets and exploitation thereof through tourism and increased patronage for revenue generation purposes, reputational gain and ensuring sustained and growing interest in all stakeholders.
• Support engagements with the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) as statutory body to ensure that expectations are met and aligned.
• Align any heritage asset disposal requirements with SAHRA and other legislative bodies.
• Develop and maintaining a comprehensive heritage asset register from a national Transnet-wide perspective.
• Integrate the management of heritage assets into the existing and planned asset management policies, procedures, and strategies.
• Implement governance and fair practices in the treatment of heritage assets; and create standardised operational procedures and processes to manage the expectations of the various stakeholders in line with the Heritage Asset Preservation policy.
• Manage the co - ordination of Heritage Advisory Committee; and streamline stakeholder management processes and engagement.
• Partner with relevant tourism operators and steam clubs in the Heritage Rail market to promote rail history and create sustainable revenue streams.
• Seek and expand into new markets relating to Transnet Heritage that are aligned to national heritage, arts, culture & and heritage strategies.
• Identify heritage assets to be restored, maintained and secured in line with regulatory and legislative requirements and advise on restoration processes.
• Develop partnerships with external partners for the preservation and restoration of Transnet’s heritage assets in line with Transnet’s policy frameworks.
• Facilitate, present, and implement public, educational, and outreach programmes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Postgraduate Degree in Heritage, Museum Studies, History, Curatorial Studies, History of Arts, Anthropology or Social Sciences.
• Postgraduate level qualification such as Master of Social Science, Master of Arts and/or Master of Business Administration will be an advantage.
• At least 8 years relevant experience in a similar position, of which 3 to 5 years must have been at middle management.

Competencies

• Ensures the initiatives and priorities in one’s area are integrated with one another and aligned with the strategic priorities of the function and division.
• Identifies and communicates priorities, milestones, timelines, performance measures, clear accountabilities, and performance agreements.
• Commercial strategy formulation & implementation.
• Explores initiatives that impact on the future viability and capacity of Transnet’s heritage assets.
• Determines or adjusts plans, directions, priorities, and processes to address changing needs within the operating environment (heritage and tourism).
• Resolves complex problems which are difficult to define, often contradictory and are acting as barriers to achieving the strategic direction.
• Uses communication strategies to effectively engage, advocate, and inform stakeholders and the public about the Heritage portfolio’s strategic direction.