Transnet - Trainee Train Driver vacancies

Reference Number : 50011095

Position outputs : 

PREPARED LOCOMOTIVE 

• Obtain and place equipment on train (± 1
5kg)
• Check and supplement prescribed equipment i.e. pantograph hook stick (± 5kg), jumper cables (± 10kg) etc.
• Coupled locomotive (multiple set) through air and vacuum hoses, jumper cable and ensure correct functioning of automatic between locomotives
• Dispatch locomotives, operating hand operated points
• Attached and/or detach vehicles according to works order in absence of yard personnel (Equivalent of 45kg)
• Mount telemeters (where necessary) i.e. mount (front unit = 5.17kg) (rear unit – 8.06kg)
• Remove and carry train indicators to last vehicle and mount (side and rear indicators) (± 10kg) Required to board vehicle to effect proper mounting
• Examining of train as prescribed

ASSISTANCE AND ROUTE 

• Verbal exchange of signal positions
• Observe proceeding trains
• Patrol locomotives (walking through corridors of electric locomotives using extended foot plate and hand rails at speeds up to 40km/h; walking on running board of diesel locomotives and stepping over to another locomotive at speeds up to 40km/h; manual operating of circuit breakers while locomotive is in motion)
• Protect train during incidents, accidents, etc.
• Be prepared to walk relatively long distances to check train loads (day and night)
• Determine status of train, placing and securing of detonators on rail, displaying hand signals day and night, walking on uneven ground, ability to withstand natural elements.
• Assistance to Train Driver during emergencies (in event of Driver failure to bring train to standstill; walking long distances to report positions, and requirements)
• Attach/detach trucks as per works-order (manual application of equipment; standing of vehicle walking alongside moving vehicles)
• Obtain radios/handsets/two way communication radios/telemeters when applicable (carrying of communication equipment and place on footplate or mount on vehicle)

PREPARED COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT 

• Obtain radios/handsets/two way communication radios/telemeters when applicable (carrying of communication equipment and place on footplate or mount on vehicle)


SHUNTING MOVEMENTS/STABBLED TRAIN/LOCOMOTIVE 

• Assist the Train Driver by applying hand brake
• Secure as prescribed (applying hand brakes and placing of scotch blocks in front wheels
• Store tools and equipment (remove kit-box from locomotive and store away)

Qualifications & Experience : 

• Grade 12 with Mathematics
• At least 1,6 meters tall
• Visual acuity
• Physically able to lift and carry objects (be prepared to be subjected to assessment of physical abilities

Competencies : 

Knowledge Required: 

• Applications must have the potential and attributes necessary to be trained to efficiently and safety perform the task of a Train Assistant and to be trained as a Train Driver. Applicants must however process the following:
o Psycho motor
o Depth Perception
o Communication (reading, written and verbal)

Behavioural Attributes: 

• Safety conscious
• Environmental awareness
• Conscientious
• Prepared to work overtime
• Prepared to work shifts

How to apply for this:


APPLY ONLINE HERE

Fax: 0117730778

Any questions regarding the application or recruitment process should be sent in writing to GRACE.FELBROOK@TRANSNET.NET.

Closing date: 08-12-1-2017