Transnet Port Terminals 2026 Trainee Programme: Launch Your Logistics Career

Join Transnet's 12-month Trainee Programme for hands-on port operations experience. Apply by 06 Feb 2026 for a career in logistics!

Published 31 January 2026
Closing Date Closed
Opportunity

Unlock your future with Transnet Port Terminals’ Sector Specific Trainee Programme 2026! This 12-month training initiative offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in port terminal operations. Apply by 06 February 2026 to embark on a career journey that promises growth and development.

About the Opportunity
Join Transnet SOC Ltd’s Sector Specific Trainee Programme, designed to cultivate skilled operators for key roles within Transnet Port Terminals. This structured 12-month programme is open at the Ngqura and East London ports in the Eastern Cape, with a preference for local municipality residents.

Closing Date
Applications must be submitted by 06 February 2026.

Key Responsibilities
Trainees will engage in daily operational tasks, handle cargo and commodities, maintain equipment logbooks, and ensure safety compliance. Responsibilities include operating the terminal system, monitoring equipment performance, and adhering to safety protocols.

Requirements/Qualifications
Candidates must possess a Grade 12/Matric certificate, with a TVET N6 in Logistics or Transport being advantageous. A valid Code EB Driver’s Licence is compulsory. Competencies include knowledge of terminal safety, communication skills, and computer literacy.

Benefits
This programme provides practical exposure to world-class logistics infrastructure, paving the way for a long-term career within Transnet Port Terminals and the broader transport sector.

Employment Equity
Preference is given to candidates from designated groups, aligning with Transnet Port Terminals’ Employment Equity Plan.