🚀 Transnet Young Professional-in-Training Programme 2025 (req3329)

Employer: Transnet Port Terminals (TPT)
Operating Division: TPT POD Corporate H/O
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: Commercial & Planning
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Grade: GRAD_6
Reference Number: req3329
Closing Date: 25 September 2025

🌟 Position Purpose

Transnet Port Terminals and Academy invites dynamic, recently qualified graduates to join their Young Professional-in-Training Programme.

This 24-month structured programme is designed to provide graduates with practical workplace experience, mentorship, and organizational support to kickstart their professional careers.

📌 Key Responsibilities

As a Young Professional-in-Training, you will:

• Shadow experienced staff and learn from mentors.
• Participate in workshops, meetings, and structured learning programmes.
• Gain exposure to multiple functions within Transnet.
• Communicate with customers to understand their needs and provide updates.
• Address queries efficiently and professionally.
• Assist with administrative tasks, research, and reporting.
• Execute assigned project tasks individually and collaboratively.
• Deliver high-quality work outputs that support client solutions.

🎓 Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Degree/BTech/Diploma in one of the following fields:
  • Management Accounting
  • Economics
  • Marketing
  • Financial Management
  • Financial Accounting
  • Business Management
  • Logistics
• 0–1 year of relevant work experience (graduates and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply).
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Age: 18–35 years.

💡 Required Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

⚖️ Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups, in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and organizational targets.

📌 How to Apply

1. Visit the official Transnet Talent Portal: Transnet Careers
2. Register/Login to create your profile.
3. Upload your CV, qualifications, and supporting documents.
4. Submit your application before 25 September 2025.