TRANSNET: ARTISAN IN TRAINING PROGRAMME 2026 / 2027 ACT QUICK APPLY

Company: Transnet
Location: South Africa
Category: Learnerships / Apprenticeships
Programme Duration: 24 months
Programme Type: Artisan In Training Programme

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Transnet is offering an Artisan In Training Programme designed to provide recently qualified apprentices with valuable practical workplace experience. The programme gives participants an opportunity to apply the academic, vocational, and practical knowledge they have gained in a real-world working environment. The programme is intended to strengthen participants’ practical capabilities and enhance their employability by providing hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-specific tasks.

The Artisan In Training Programme will run for a period of 24 months. During this period, participants will have the opportunity to develop and apply practical skills related to trade activities and operations. The programme is aimed at individuals who have completed the specified technical or vocational qualifications but do not yet hold a trade certificate (Red Seal).

ABOUT TRANSNET

Transnet is offering this structured Artisan In Training opportunity to qualifying South African citizens who meet the specified academic, age, and qualification requirements. The programme provides recently qualified apprentices with an opportunity to move from academic and vocational learning into a practical working environment. Participants will be exposed to trade-related activities and operations and will have the opportunity to further develop their technical knowledge through practical experience. The focus of the programme is on developing practical workplace capabilities and providing participants with exposure to the tools, equipment, materials, systems, and activities associated with their relevant trade.

PURPOSE OF THE ARTISAN IN TRAINING PROGRAMME

The main purpose of the programme is to provide recently qualified apprentices with practical work experience. Participants will be able to apply their existing academic, vocational, and practical knowledge in a real-world environment. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and industry-specific exposure, the programme is intended to help participants develop their workplace capabilities and improve their employability. The programme will take place over 24 months, providing participants with an extended period in which to gain practical experience and develop their trade-related skills.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

The expected outcome of the Artisan In Training Programme is for participants to develop the ability to perform a range of trade-related activities and operations.

Participants are expected to develop capabilities in areas including:

Planning and preparing the work site for trade-related activities. Preparing the required equipment, tools, consumables, and materials. Using hand tools appropriately. Using power tools. Using measuring tools. Installing electrical equipment. Assembling electrical equipment and related components. Fitting electrical equipment and systems. Connecting electrical equipment and control systems. Testing electrical equipment and control systems. Inspecting equipment, installations, assemblies, and related systems. Commissioning electrical equipment and systems. Maintaining electrical equipment. Repairing electrical equipment. Maintaining and repairing control systems, installations, and assemblies.

These outcomes are intended to provide participants with practical exposure to the activities associated with their relevant trade and to allow them to apply their existing technical knowledge in a working environment.

KEY PROGRAMME RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

During the 24-month programme, participants will be expected to develop practical competence in trade-related activities. This includes learning how to properly plan and prepare a work site before commencing activities. Participants will also develop an understanding of how to identify and prepare the appropriate equipment, tools, consumables, and materials required for particular trade-related operations.

The programme also includes practical use of hand, power, and measuring tools. Participants will gain exposure to electrical activities involving the installation, assembly, fitting, and connection of electrical equipment and control systems. They will also develop practical capabilities relating to testing, inspection, commissioning, maintenance, and repair. The specific activities undertaken will relate to the relevant trade and the requirements of the programme.

QUALIFICATIONS AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have completed one of the following qualification routes:

OPTION 1: N2–N6 CERTIFICATE

Applicants may qualify with an N2–N6 Certificate containing the following subjects: Relevant Trade Theory. Engineering Science. Mathematics. Any other relevant subject

OPTION 2: NCV LEVEL 4

Applicants may qualify with an NCV Level 4 certificate that includes: Relevant Trade Theory. Mathematics. Relevant vocational subjects

OPTION 3: TECHNICAL GRADE 12

Applicants may qualify with a Technical Grade 12 that includes:

• Mathematics
• Physical Science
• Relevant Trade Theory

In addition to meeting one of the qualification routes above, applicants must have passed Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50%.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must also meet the following requirements:

• Be between 18 and 30 years old.
• Be a South African citizen.
• Attach all relevant qualifications and academic records to the application.
• The qualifications and academic records submitted must be relevant to the position.

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT

Applicants must not already have a trade certificate (Red Seal).

This is an important requirement for the Artisan In Training Programme. Candidates who already hold a Red Seal trade certificate do not meet this stated requirement.

SKILLS AND PRACTICAL CAPABILITIES

The programme is intended for candidates with a relevant technical, vocational, or academic foundation who are ready to develop their practical workplace abilities.

The expected areas of development include the ability to work with tools and equipment and to perform activities associated with electrical equipment and control systems.

Participants will develop practical capabilities in:

Worksite preparation. Equipment and tool preparation. Material and consumable preparation. Use of hand tools. Use of power tools. Use of measuring tools. Electrical equipment installation. Assembly and fitting. Electrical connections. Control systems. Testing and inspection. Commissioning. Maintenance. Repair.

The programme combines existing academic and vocational knowledge with practical workplace exposure.

WORK CONDITIONS AND PROGRAMME DURATION

The Artisan In Training Programme will be conducted over a period of 24 months. It is a practical, work-based development opportunity, meaning participants will receive exposure to real-world trade activities and operations. The programme includes hands-on training, mentorship, and industry-specific tasks. Participants should therefore be prepared to develop their practical abilities through direct exposure to relevant work activities, tools, equipment, installations, and systems. The specific working environment and duties will depend on the relevant trade and position associated with the programme.

BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAMME

The primary benefit of the Artisan In Training Programme is the opportunity to gain practical work experience after completing the required academic or vocational training.

The programme provides:

• A 24-month period of practical development.
• Hands-on training.
• Mentorship.
• Exposure to industry-specific tasks.
• An opportunity to apply academic and vocational knowledge in a real-world environment.
• Practical development in trade-related activities.
• Experience intended to enhance participants’ employability.

No specific salary, stipend, accommodation, transport allowance, medical benefits, or other additional employee benefits are provided in the information supplied for this vacancy. These details have therefore not been added.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants interested in the Transnet Artisan In Training Programme should ensure that they meet all eligibility requirements before submitting their applications. Applicants should ensure that they select the relevant position and provide the required supporting documentation.

In particular, applicants must attach:

• All relevant qualifications.
• The relevant academic record.
• Documentation applicable to the position being applied for.

Candidates should also ensure that their Mathematics results meet the specified requirement of 50% or higher. Before applying, applicants should carefully confirm that they meet the age and citizenship requirements and that they do not already possess a trade certificate (Red Seal). The information supplied does not provide a specific closing date, application link, contact number, or detailed submission procedure. Applicants should therefore follow the application instructions provided in the official Transnet vacancy announcement.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

This programme is suited to South African citizens aged between 18 and 30 who have completed one of the specified academic or vocational qualification routes and who want to develop practical experience in their relevant trade. It is particularly relevant to recently qualified apprentices who have the required technical foundation but do not yet hold a Red Seal trade certificate. Candidates should have passed Mathematics with at least 50% and should be prepared to participate in a 24-month programme involving practical training, mentorship, and exposure to trade-related operations.

FINAL SUMMARY

The Transnet Artisan In Training Programme 2026/2027 provides recently qualified apprentices with an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience and apply their academic, vocational, and practical knowledge in a real-world environment. Running for 24 months, the programme focuses on hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-specific activities. Expected areas of practical development include worksite preparation, use of hand and power tools, electrical equipment installation and assembly, control systems, testing, inspection, commissioning, maintenance, and repair. Applicants must meet one of the specified qualification routes, have passed Mathematics with 50% or higher, be 18 to 30 years old, and be South African citizens. Most importantly, applicants must not already hold a trade certificate (Red Seal).

Eligible candidates should ensure that all relevant qualifications and academic records are attached to their application and should follow the official Transnet application instructions when submitting their details.