Port Worker

Transnet

Port Worker

TPT Port Elizabeth MPT

Non Permanent

TPT, Operations, EC

Port Elizabeth

Operations Supervisor

HRLYL1

req5070

The closing date is on 17/06/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

Position Purpose

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

Preference will be given to People living with disabilities and applicants residing in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality.

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.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Grade 12 / NQF 04
  • Minimum of 1 year experience (Terminal Experience).

Competencies

  • Knowledge
  • Terminal Layout
  • Safety
  • Attention to detail
  • Cleanliness

Equity Statement

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.

Disclaimer

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