Job Description

Young Professional-in-Training - Human Resources Management (Kilner Park)

Operating Division:Transnet Engineering Employee Group:Trainee Department:TA,FOLDRS & FUNC- Youth Development-YPT Location:Kilner Park Reporting To:Specialist : YDD Grade:GRAD_6 Reference:req5909

The closing date is on 25/09/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

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) / BCom Degree in Human Resources 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 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.