Transnet Freight Rail (TFR)
Transnet Freight Rail (TFR): Young Professional in Training Programme 2025 / 2026
Company: Transnet Freight Rail (TFR)
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Job Type: Graduate / Entry-level (24-month programme)
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
About the Programme
Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) invites energetic, motivated, and unemployed South African graduates (between 18 and 35 years) to apply for its Young Professional in Training Programme for 2025/2026. This programme offers a structured, mentored, and rotational experience over two years. Participants will gain both institutional knowledge and practical on-the-job training. Every six months, candidates’ progress will be evaluated to ensure alignment with expectations from both the candidate and TFR.
By the end of the programme, you will have built real work experience, expanded your professional network, and elevated your employability in multiple functional areas within TFR.
Available Functional Areas & Qualifications
The programme accommodates a variety of disciplines, offering roles across different functional areas. Below are the streams and associated required qualifications:
Stream / Role Required Qualification
Commercial / Finance :
- BCom in Commercial
- Law,
- Marketing (Research),
- Economics,
- Finance,
- Strategic Management,
- BCom with Information Systems, or
- BCom IT
Human Resources:
- National Diploma / Degree in Human Resources Management
Logistics, Transport & Engineering:
- Degree / National Diploma in Logistics Management,
- Transport Management,
- Industrial Engineering,
- Project Management
Marketing / Tourism / Business:
- Degree / National Diploma in Marketing,
- Tourism Management,
- Travel & Tourism
- Environmental / Science BSc,
- BTech, or related degree in Environmental Science,
- Earth & Environmental Studies,
- Environmental Management
Legal / Contract
- BA Law,
- LLB,
- BCom Law,
- Contract Law
Safety / Risk / Disaster National:
- Diploma / BA in Safety Management,
- Disaster & Safety / Risk Management
Ergonomics / Human Factors:
- Honours or Master’s level qualification in Ergonomics or
- a relevant human factors discipline
If your qualification matches any of the above, you may qualify to apply for the relevant stream in the Young Professional programme.
Key Responsibilities & What You’ll Do
While each stream has its own responsibilities, all participants will:
- Engage in on-the-job training in their respective functional areas under supervision.
- Rotate through different subunits (if applicable) to gain exposure to multiple facets of the business.
- Contribute to projects, reports, and deliverables aligned with departmental goals.
- Participate in formal training, workshops, and mentorship programs.
- Be assessed every six months to measure performance, growth, and fit within TFR’s structure.
- Work closely with senior management and mentors to reflect on progress and set development objectives.
- Your work output will support TFR’s operations in freight, logistics, supply chain, engineering, safety, legal or other core rail functions, depending on your stream.
Eligibility & Requirements
To be eligible to apply, candidates must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be between the ages of 18 and 35 at the time of application.
- Be unemployed and not currently in full-time employment.
- Hold the relevant qualification (degree or diploma) in one of the listed functional areas.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance (transcripts may be required).
- Exhibit strong communication, analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Be open to working in Pretoria (or relocated as needed).
- Show readiness to commit to the 24-month programme, participate fully in training, rotations, and evaluations.
2. Complete the Application Form
Provide your personal information, education history, and your preferred stream(s).
3. Upload Supporting Documents
Ensure you attach a current CV, certified copies of your qualification(s), academic transcripts, and any other requested documents.
4. Submit Before Deadline
The closing date for applications is 31 October 2025. Applications submitted after that date will not be considered.
5. Shortlisting & Interviews
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within a few weeks after the closing date, please assume your application was unsuccessful.
Why Join TFR’s Graduate Programme?
- Structured development: A well-defined training path, rotational opportunities, and mentorship to build your skills.
- Exposure & experience: Work across different functional areas and understand how a major state-owned enterprise operates.
- Network & mentorship: Partner with leaders and seasoned professionals inside TFR.
- Enhanced employability: Gain real experience that strengthens your future job applications.
- National impact: Contribute to South Africa’s freight and logistics sector, which is critical for the economy.
Important Notes
- Transnet Freight Rail does not charge any fees for applying or participation.
- All positions offered are subject to the successful completion of all assessments and compliance verifications.
How to Apply
NB. Use the links goven below to Apply
