What Do Train Drivers & Shunters Do?

As a Train Driver or Shunter at Transnet Freight Rail (TFR), you'll be at the controls of powerful locomotives hauling essential cargo—coal, iron ore, containers, fuel, and agricultural products—across thousands of kilometers of rail network. It's a career that offers independence, responsibility, competitive pay, and the satisfaction of keeping South Africa's economy moving.

Train Driver (Locomotive Engineer)

What You'll Do: Operate freight locomotives over long distances, transporting cargo between ports, mines, industrial sites, and distribution centers. Ensure safe, efficient train operations while adhering to strict safety protocols and schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate diesel-electric and electric locomotives
• Conduct pre-departure inspections and safety checks
• Monitor train performance, speed, and systems during operation
• Respond to signals, track cond...