port-worker-at-transnet

Job Description:

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Transnet is the largest and most crucial part of the freight logistics chain that delivers goods to each and every South African. Transnet freight rail has approximately 38 000 employees, who are spread throughout the country. Transnet Limited, operating and controlling South Africa’s major transport infrastructure, is also responsible for ensuring that the country’s transport industries operate according to world-class standards. Transnet forms an integral part of the Southern African economy.

Port Worker

Position Purpose

The provision of labour as directed by supervisor in order to ensure a safe and clean working environment or optimised cargo operation.

Position Outputs

Cleaning of operational equipment (such as ship to shore cranes’ windows; cranes’ cabins; etc.)
Inspection of container condition
Reefer monitoring operations
Opening and closing of rail wagons twist-locks
Loading off-loading and slacking of cargo in compliance of standard operating procedures
Hooking/ unhooking
Tarping/ untarping where applicable
Place/ remove dunnage
Cleaning of operational areas, rail trucks, plant, workshops, offices, sheds and ablution facilities as instructed.
Complete applicable documentation i.e. accident reports
Identification of correct cargo handling equipment/ gear