• A
Trainee Train Assistant will be required to undergo module training, conduct
and successfully complete the required modules in Train Assistant-Initial
Course and practical training as to be qualified and certified as a Train
Assistant.

“• Attend and successfully complete a theoritical Training Program within the required time frame • Develop competency via formal learning as to perfom within a operational enviroment and operate equipment as assigned • Safely and effeciently accomplish work assignments and goals that are in line with the Training Program, company’s strategies and vision. • Maintain comprehensive records (portfolio of evidence) of all theoritical and practical training experience for use in progressing. • Execute trainee Train Assistant duties as prescribed by TFR”

• Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and/or Physical Science Functional Training • Be prepared to successfully undergo Train Assistant duties (theoretical and practical) so as to be certified to work independently as a Train Assistant. Other Requirements • Be prepared to undergo periodic medical surveillance and safety behavioral risk assessments during the selection process and every 12 months • Physical hearing, vision, mental, fitness (to be verified through medical tests and related safety behavioural risk assessments) • The operator shall not allow employees younger than 21 years of age to undertake train driver or train control duties. (SANS 3000, par 6.2.6.8) The following minimum Trainee pre-requisite: • The candidate should be a minimum of 1.6 meters tall • Psychomotor ability (to be assessed through Vienna Testing System (VTS) standard) • Ability to carry heavy objects

Knowledge • Various communication systems • Depot layout • Locomotive classes • Locomotive equipment • Route/road • Sections/stations and sidings • Signing on duty procedures • Train working rules • Trip report • Yard and siding layout • Knowledge of general TFR policies • Shunting procedures • Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory • Health and Safety Act 85 • First aid • Basic conditions of employment act (BCEA) • SANS 3004 (Human factors) • HC policies and procedures • Train service/ITP • Train workings • Substance Abuse policy and procedures • Locomotive equipment • Route/road • Sections/stations and sidings • Signing on duty procedures • Train working rules • Trip report • Yard and siding layout • Knowledge of general TFR policies • Shunting procedures • Locomotive classes and their hauling capacities, constraints on the particular territory • Health and Safety Act 85 • First aid • Basic conditions of employment act (BCEA) • SANS 3004 (Human factors) • HC policies and procedures • Train service/ITP • Train workings • Substance Abuse policy and procedures Attributes • Stress handling • Self-management • Safety conscious • Punctual • Willing to work shifts • Results orientated “NB: The candidate must meet the minimum inherent health requirements of the job”