Work As A Trainee Train Assistant At Transnet

Finance April 4, 2024

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Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant

Work As A Trainee Train Assistant At Transnet

Position Purpose

Assist the Train Driver in the safe and efficient driving/handling of all different types of trains/locomotive consists (airbrake, vacuum, high speed, heavy haul and passengers) to ensure that the customers freight/cargo reaches its destination in good condition, on time, in order to enable the organisation to satisfy the customers’ needs.

Duties

Sign on duty at designated work place and be allocated duties to be performed for the duration of the shift
Prepare locomotives
Prepare communication equipment

Performs the pre-trip preparation of the Locomotives and the whole Train prior the departure to adhere to roadworthiness and train working rules and safety standards
Execute shunting activities in sidings and enroute according to directives to enhance safe working procedures
Assist the train driver enroute to ensure the safe movement of the train from a required point to the destination, without delays or damage to locomotives, wagons, infrastructure track and other equipment, to ensure predictable service

Comply to safety standards and laid down instruction to ensure that he is well motivated and competent
Provide accurate feedback timeously to the Train Driver regarding any incidents and deviations along the route
Assist in performing various administration duties

Complete the Train journal and submit to the Section manager at sign-off after every shift to ensure timeous and accurate processing of monthly salary