Transnet Young Professional-in-Training Supply Chain Management (Kilner Park)
Location: Kilner
Closing Date: 25 September 2026
Position Purpose
Transnet Engineering is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates for a two-year programme (24 months programme). This programme will provide the incumbents with relevant workplace experience through a structured learning programme and organizational support.
Position Outputs
• Delivering specific tasks within a work-stream/department •As a Young-Professional-In-Training, your responsibilities include shadowing various staff members, participating in learning experiences, attending meetings and workshops, with exposure to other working functions within the department to gain practical experience on the following deliverables: – Communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of their needs, including level of urgency as well as keep them updated on a regular basis on the progress of their requirements.
Serve as the central contact point for supplier and end user queries and ensure that queries are addressed in a satisfactory and timeous manner. -Provide general administrative, research and assistance. -Execute project work effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively. -Produce quality work that can be used as input to develop most appropriate project solutions for the client.
Qualifications and Experience
•National Diploma (NQF 6) / Degree in Supply Chain / Logistics / Transportation or related. • Must be a South African Citizen. • Up to 1 Year relevant experience. • Ages between 18 – 35 years. • Preference will be given to applicants living with disabilities and Women in line with Transnet Employment Equity objectives.
Competencies: • Good written and communication skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Proficient in Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint. • 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.
About Transnet
Transnet SOC Ltd is a South African state-owned company responsible for managing and developing the country’s key freight-logistics infrastructure. Wholly owned by the South African government, Transnet serves as the custodian of South Africa’s rail, ports, and pipeline networks, helping move minerals, agricultural products, fuel, manufactured goods, and other cargo locally and internationally. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg and plays an important role in supporting South Africa’s economy and international trade.
Transnet operates through several specialised divisions, including Transnet Freight Rail, Transnet National Ports Authority, Transnet Port Terminals, Transnet Pipelines, and Transnet Engineering. Its network supports commercial port operations, bulk and break-bulk cargo, containers, vehicles, minerals, and fuel transportation across the country. Transnet Engineering, its manufacturing division, designs, produces, refurbishes, and maintains rail and maritime equipment for South Africa, the wider African continent, and international markets.
Because Transnet handles the movement of essential goods, its performance has a direct impact on businesses, exporters, importers, consumers, and job creation. The company has been working to improve freight-rail reliability, strengthen port capacity, renew its equipment, and support reforms that allow greater private-sector participation in freight rail. As South Africa continues to develop its logistics system, Transnet remains a central institution in the country’s industrial growth, trade competitiveness, and long-term economic development.
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