Transnet Graduate Trainee Program in Marine Technology 2022

Program Overview

The Transnet Graduate Trainee Program welcomes highly driven young graduates aiming to advance their careers in Marine Technology. The program offers exceptional training using state-of-the-art equipment, including a multi-million rand full-mission Ship Handling Simulator located at the Maritime School of Excellence (MSoE) satellite campus in Durban. This simulator trains Marine Pilots and Tug Masters according to International Standards Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) requirements and provides refresher skill development.

Further training is supported by various Terminal Operations Simulators including RTG Cranes and Ship-to-Shore Container Cranes, allowing participants to gain real-time operational experience. Additional advanced equipment like Reach Stacker, Counter Balance, Mobile Harbour Crane, Rail Mounted Gantry, Straddle Carrier, and Truck Handling Simulators complement this world-class maritime training.

This training and employment opportunity aligns with Transnet's Market Demand Strategy, benefiting not only the company but also the maritime industry within South Africa and beyond.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operator: Lifting Equipment (OLE) - Support port and terminal operations using specialized equipment.
• Skipper Port Operations (SPO) - Manage vessels between 25 and 200 tons within port operation areas.
• Marine Motorman Grade II (MMG) - Perform maintenance, repairs, and servicing of engines and auxiliary systems on vessels under the Chief Engineer's guidance.

Eligibility and Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science.
• For OLE role: Code 8/EB driver’s license valid for minimum three years, computer literacy, physical fitness, readiness to work shifts and adverse weather conditions, and ability to pass a pre-entry exam and medical check including hand-eye coordination, depth perception, and working at heights.
• For SPO role: Must pass pre-entry exam and medical exam.
• For MMG role: Must have EGPR/GPR certification, pass exams and medical checks, and be physically fit.
• A technical certificate ranging from N1 to N6 is advantageous for OLE candidates.

Application Process

External candidates interested in courses open to the private sector should contact the Maritime School of Excellence’s Learner Administration to enroll. Applications should be submitted via the company’s Careers portal when the vacancies are advertised in local or national newspapers, including a cover letter, matric certificate, CV, and supporting documents addressed to the relevant Human Resources manager.