Transnet Freight Rail Graduate Trainee Programme 2025 — Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) invites unemployed South African graduates aged 18–35 to apply for their two-year Graduate Development Programme. This programme provides structured training, mentoring, and hands-on experience across various TFR departments.
About Transnet Freight Rail
Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) is the largest freight rail operator in Africa and the Middle East. As a division of Transnet SOC Ltd, the company moves bulk and general freight commodities such as mining products, agriculture goods, containerised cargo, manufactured goods, and automotive units.
TFR operates across all six major rail corridors in South Africa and owns the country’s core rail, ports, and pipeline infrastructure. Its network plays a critical role in enabling domestic, regional, and export market logistics.
Programme Details
- Employee Group: Trainee
- Location: Kilner Park
- Grade: GRAD_7
- Reference: req3808
Closing Date: 05 December 2025
Ensure your application is submitted before the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Purpose of the Programme
The Transnet Freight Rail Graduate Development Programme is a structured 24-month training programme designed to equip young graduates with professional experience and institutional knowledge. Progress is assessed every six months to ensure development goals are met.
This opportunity is open to graduates from South African public institutions, including Universities, Universities of Technology, and TVET Colleges.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Computer Science
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Or a related field
- No experience required
- Must be a South African citizen
- Ages 18–35
Competencies Required
- Strong business understanding
- Administrative and computer skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Integrity and professionalism
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Negotiation ability
- Customer-focused problem-solving
- Conflict resolution skills
- Research and analytical skills
- Energetic, assertive, and self-driven attitude
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and organisational targets.
How to Apply
Submit your application online using the official Transnet Talent Portal:
🔗 Online Application:
https://transnettalentportal.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/requisition/3808/application?c=transnettalentportal&jobboardid=0#1
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback, consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Is experience required? — No, this programme accepts graduates with no work experience.
- Who can apply? — Unemployed South Africans aged 18–35 with an NQF 7 qualification.
- How long is the programme? — 24 months.
- What fields are accepted? — Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, and related fields.
- Will I be placed anywhere? — Successful candidates may be placed at different depots and TFR departments.
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