🚆 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Non-Technical Learner – Transnet
📢 Great Opportunity for HR & Financial Management Students!
Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) is inviting applications for its Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Non-Technical Learner Programme. This opportunity is aimed at students and recent graduates who want to gain valuable practical workplace experience while applying the knowledge they gained through their studies.
The programme provides exposure to real workplace environments through practical training, mentorship, projects and industry-related activities.
📌 Job Details
- Position: Work Integrated Non-Technical Learner
- Company: Transnet
- Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)
- Employee Group: Trainee
- Department: TA, FOLDRS & FUNC – Leadership Development
- Reference: req5771
- Programme Duration: 18 months
- Locations:
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha), Eastern Cape
- Kimberley, Northern Cape
- Other available locations
- Posted: 25 August 2026
⚠️ Note: The vacancy information provided does not specify a closing date. Applicants should check the official Transnet application portal for the current closing date and ensure their application is received on time.
🎓 Qualifications & Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Have a Matric certificate or equivalent.
- Have completed the theoretical subjects for a Diploma at a TVET College in:
- Human Resources (HR) – N4 to N6
- Financial Management – N4 to N6
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Preference will be given to People with Disabilities.
- Must not have an existing bursary obligation with another company.
- Applicants must provide certified copies of:
- Matric certificate
- Academic record
- Identity document
💼 Purpose of the Programme
The WIL programme is designed to give students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Apply their academic knowledge in a real working environment.
- Develop workplace and professional skills.
- Receive practical training and mentorship.
- Gain exposure to industry-specific activities.
- Improve their employability and workplace readiness.
- Learn from experienced professionals.
The programme will run for 18 months.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
Work Integrated Learners may be required to:
- Assist with projects within departments or workstreams.
- Perform routine operational tasks under supervision.
- Provide administrative support.
- Assist with documentation and reporting.
- Participate in training, workshops and mentorship programmes.
- Shadow experienced employees.
- Participate in problem-solving activities.
- Interact with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
- Provide updates on assigned projects and tasks.
- Assist with research, data collection and analysis.
- Prepare reports and presentations using Microsoft Office.
- Support process improvement initiatives.
- Follow company policies, procedures and safety regulations.
- Maintain professional and ethical standards.
- Protect confidential information.
⭐ Competencies
Applicants should have:
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Good teamwork abilities.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- A willingness to learn.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- A professional and positive attitude.
♿ Employment Equity
Transnet states that preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan and targets.
People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
📢 Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is particularly suitable for individuals who have completed or are completing N4–N6 studies in Human Resources or Financial Management at a TVET College and need workplace exposure.
If you meet the requirements, make sure your supporting documents are ready before applying.
🚆 Transnet WIL is a great opportunity to gain 18 months of practical workplace experience and build your career!