Transnet Vacancies

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**Job Title: Transnet Vacancies - SPECIALIST: EMPLOYEE RELATIONS** **Overview** This is a permanent position for an Employee Relations (ER) Specialist within Transnet Pipelines, specifically in the People Management Department, located in Durban Central. The role reports to the Senior Specialist: Employee Relations and is designated at Grade F, with reference req6113. The primary objective of this role is to deliver an ER function, offering advice and support to Transnet Pipelines (TPL) management, employees, and the business. This support aims to foster a harmonious working environment by managing and reporting on investigation, suspension, grievance, PFMA violations, dispute, and disciplinary processes. The specialist will ensure these activities comply with Transnet policies and applicable legislation, and will also be responsible for maintaining effective collective bargaining and engagement processes. Preference will be given to Persons with Disability (PWD). **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Implementing, communicating, and ensuring compliance with collective agreements concluded between Transnet and recognised unions, including the management of both internal and external stakeholders. * Providing policy interpretation, conducting reviews, offering advice, and building capacity for line management and employees regarding People Management policies, as well as assisting with policy formulation. * Coordinating ER internal controls, such as the monthly update of ER SAP, and compiling People Management, industrial action, PFMA, and ER weekly/monthly reports. * Attending various ER forums on behalf of Transnet Pipelines, including Business Continuity Management (BCM) meetings, Employment Equity (EE) Forum, Skills Development (SD) Committee meetings, and industrial action meetings. * Arranging and assisting in taking (including drafting) minutes and recordings for National Business Committee (NBC), Local Business Committee (LBC), EE, and SD meetings. * Representing Transnet Pipelines at Transnet Bargaining Council and CCMA mediation and arbitration processes, as well as disciplinary and grievance meetings, and any other forum determined by the Senior Specialist: ER and Head People Management. * Coordinating and facilitating processes such as suspensions, disciplinary actions, grievances, and other dispute resolution processes to resolve conflicts, including assisting in taking minutes and recording these meetings. * Investigating ER and tip-offs reported cases and submitting recommendations to management. * Providing assistance, support, and advice to management, the People Management community, and employees on ER matters. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications and Experience:** * 3-year Degree / National Higher Diploma in HR or equivalent Labour Relations qualification is required. * A post graduate qualification will be an advantage. * A minimum of 8 years relevant experience in Labour Relations is required. * Requirement of Trust and Honesty in handling Employee Relations matters. * Experience in major transformation and change management initiatives. * Practical experience of the procedures and functioning of the Bargaining Council and the CCMA. * Management and Leadership Skills Standard Job Requirements. * Driver’s license code 08. * Travel to regions across the country as and when required. * **Competencies:** * **Knowledge required:** * Extensive Knowledge of ER, policies and the implementation thereof. * Knowledge of relevant agreements. * Knowledge of Transnet property operations. * Knowledge of labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, EEA, etc.). * Dispute resolution process (CCMA & Bargaining Council). * Extensive knowledge of management of discipline and grievance process. * Understanding of personnel administration. * Knowledge of HCM SAP. * Accurate reporting. * Project Management. * Sound knowledge of HR policies and procedures. * **Skills Required:** * Report writing skills and computer literacy. * Leadership skills. * Good understanding of Human Resources. * Accurate reporting and communication skills. * Relationship building, both internally and externally. * Developing internal and external networks. * Empowerment of people. * Strong analytical abilities. * Legal writing and drafting skills: opinion, etc. * Communications ability both verbal and written. * Highly numerate. * Able to facilitate discussion at Management level. * Confident and able to challenge existing bases. * Fully computer literate. * Investigative skills with a keen eye for detail. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a permanent employee who holds a 3-year Degree or National Higher Diploma in HR or an equivalent Labour Relations qualification, with a postgraduate qualification being an advantage. Applicants must have a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in Labour Relations, demonstrating trust and honesty in handling ER matters. The ideal candidate will possess practical experience with the procedures and functioning of the Bargaining Council and the CCMA, and experience in major transformation and change management initiatives. Required attributes include management and leadership skills, extensive knowledge of ER policies, relevant agreements, Transnet property operations, and labour legislation (LRA, BCEA, EEA, etc.). Proficiency in dispute resolution processes, management of discipline and grievance processes, personnel administration, HCM SAP, accurate reporting, and project management is essential. The role demands strong report writing, computer literacy, leadership, communication, relationship building, analytical, legal writing, and investigative skills. Candidates must hold a Driver’s license code 08 and be willing to travel to regions across the country as required. Preference is given to Persons with Disability (PWD) and suitably qualified applicants who are members of designated groups in line with the Organisation/Operating Division’s Employment Equity Plan and Targets. **Deadline** 06/11/2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/transnet-vacancies-45 Source: govpage --- **Job Title: Transnet Vacancies - TECHNICAL MANAGER** **Overview** This is a permanent position for a Technical Manager within Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) Saldanha IOT, specifically in the Engineering Department, located in Saldanha. The role reports to the Engineering Manager and is designated at Grade F, with reference req6107. The primary purpose of this role is to maintain all TPT Equipment, Plant, and Buildings (both leased and owned) to ensure they surpass operational efficiency and safety standards, thereby complying with various legal acts and supporting world-class terminal operations. The manager will also be responsible for the design, control, and administration of all capital projects for the Port, focusing on delivering cost-efficient solutions that lead to continuous improvement in equipment availability and reliability. Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division. **What you will do** Key responsibilities include: * Supporting the development and implementation of the Asset Care Strategy. * Ensuring efficient asset utilisation and productivity. * Managing costs. * Supporting terminal initiatives to implement best practices and deliver world-class customer service. * Delivering on the Terminal Health Check List. * Managing CAPEX spend. * Developing and implementing a planned maintenance programme. * Creating and maintaining a safe working environment. * Ensuring full compliance with Transnet code of practices. * Maintaining a high level of productivity and implementing performance management systems for plant and equipment. * Aligning department outputs to business needs. * Performing Standby duties as required. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications and Experience:** * Essential: National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. * Advantageous: BSC / B Eng / B. Tech: Mechanical. * 5 Years experience in Plant, with 2 years first line management experience; Supervisor / Technician. * Advantageous: Successfully completed Transnet EIT Program OR Relevant qualification (NQF 5) 6 yrs relevant and solid experience with at least 2 yrs at managerial level or specialist experience. * **Competencies:** * **Knowledge required:** * SAP planned maintenance system or similar. * OHS Act. * Quality Management Systems. * RCM. * RCA techniques. * **Skills Required:** * Mechanical/Electrical engineering experience. * Experience in plant maintenance systems. * Budget planning and management. * Experience in projects execution. * People Management. * **Attributes Required:** * Decisive. * Structured people management and development. * Short and medium term plans development and execution. * Clear communication skills. * Hands on management approach. * Ability to operate in a matrix structure. * People skills. * Computer Skills. **Who should apply** This role is for a permanent employee who possesses an essential National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, with a BSC / B Eng / B. Tech in Mechanical being an advantageous qualification. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Plant, which includes at least 2 years of first-line management experience as a Supervisor or Technician. Successfully completing the Transnet EIT Program or holding a relevant NQF 5 qualification with 6 years of solid experience (including 2 years at a managerial or specialist level) is advantageous. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of SAP planned maintenance systems or similar, the OHS Act, Quality Management Systems, RCM, and RCA techniques. Essential skills include mechanical/electrical engineering experience, experience in plant maintenance systems, budget planning and management, project execution, and people management. Required attributes include being decisive, structured in people management and development, capable of developing and executing short and medium-term plans, possessing clear communication skills, a hands-on management approach, the ability to operate in a matrix structure, strong people skills, and computer skills. Preference is given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of designated groups in line with the Organisation/Operating Division’s Employment Equity Plan and Targets. **Deadline** 05/11/2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/transnet-vacancies-45 Source: govpage

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• At least 8 years of experience.

• SAP
• Project management
• Customer service
• Health and safety (OHS)

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