📍 Durban | East London | Port Elizabeth | Ngqura
🗓 Closing Date: 25 August 2026 | Ref: req5703

Transnet Corporate Centre is offering final-year and recently qualified engineering students the opportunity to join its Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Trainee Programme — a 12-month structured pathway designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world workplace experience.

This programme gives participants hands-on training, dedicated mentorship, and direct exposure to industry-specific projects across Transnet’s operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

Task Execution

• Assist with projects within a department or work-stream
• Perform routine operational tasks under supervision
• Support administrative functions, including documentation and reporting

Learning & Development

• Participate in training sessions, workshops, and mentorship programmes
• Shadow experienced professionals to gain practical insight
• Engage in problem-solving activities that build analytical skills

Communication & Collaboration

• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to understand business needs
• Provide regular progress updates on assigned tasks
• Serve as a point of contact for queries and assistance

Research & Analysis

• Conduct market research, data collection, and analysis to support business decisions
• Prepare reports and presentations using MS Office tools
• Assist with process improvement initiatives

You will also be expected to follow company policies, procedures, and safety regulations, uphold ethical and professional standards, and maintain confidentiality and integrity in all tasks.

Who Should Apply

• Matric certificate
• B Eng Tech / National Diploma (S4–S5), with all theoretical coursework completed in one of the following disciplines: Electrical (Heavy Current), Mechanical, Industrial, or Engineering
• South African citizen
• Aged between 18 and 35

Competencies

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer literacy
• Strong team-working ability
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Interpersonal skills

Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of designated groups, in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and targets.

Why Apply

This is a chance to gain genuine, structured workplace exposure in a major national organisation — working alongside experienced engineering professionals, contributing to real projects, and building the practical foundation employers look for after graduation.

Applicants are responsible for ensuring HR receives their application before the closing date.

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