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Contract: SAP Basis Specialist
Contract: SAP Basis Specialist
| Operating Division: | Transnet Pipelines |
| Employee Group: | Non Permanent |
| Department: | ICT, SAP ERP2, DNR |
| Location: | Durban Central |
| Reporting To: | Manager: Application Systems |
| Grade: | F |
| Reference: | req4107 |
The closing date is on 03/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To provide highly technical support for TPL’s critical IT systems such as SAP, SAP MII, SAP Portal, Tarlton Dispatch System and Dispatch System Interfaces, TPL Metering System Interface, as well as the critical function of IT systems backup. The SAP Technical Basis Analyst role is to ensure the smooth functioning of the above mentioned critical systems in such a way as to minimise disruption to TPL’s core business functions and processes. In so doing, the role has a direct impact on TPL’s revenue and reputation with external clients. The support of the Tarlton Distribution System is critical to maintaining TPL’s undertaking to provide Botswana with a consistent fuel supply, in accordance with the agreement between the government of South Africa and the Botswana Government. The ultimate responsibility is to provide efficient service to internal and external customers on a 24/7 basis.
Position Outputs
The support of all SAP systems which include a three tier SAP ERP System in accordance with international standards The system which consists of a development tier, a quality control tier and a production tier is used for the enterprise resource planning (financials, costing, materials management, plant maintenance, pipeline management, terminal management, product quality, human resources, asset management, sales and distribution and incident reporting systems), the SAP Enterprise Portal (pipeline and distribution business order entry by customers), SAP MII (integration and monitoring of operations systems like SCADA, metering etc.), KPRO (Document Management system for technical drawings and attached business documentation), SPP (business process training documentation) and SAP Solution Manager (control of SAP system for SAP projects and system upgrades).
• Management of all SAP logical security to include the SAP users authorisation profiles and business roles, passwords and access control. This also includes the management of external parties such as TPL customers from the oil companies and consultants, auditors etc. • Support of SAP Basis includes the following: • Configuring, monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting the SAP technical environment on an ongoing basis as well as scheduling and executing the SAP transport system and creation/maintenance of interfaces into the SAP system. • Maintain the multiple SAP installations that comprise the SAP environment (development, quality assurance and production). • Implement an optimal SAP configuration to maximize system performance and availability. • The SAP Production systems are replicated asynchronously off site, for Disaster Recovery – this includes the operating system, application and databases
• The Disaster Recovery Process is tested bi-annually and witnessed and evaluated by the Auditors. • Installation and configuration of all SAP database and application servers • Ensure that segregation of duties standards are adhered to for all system users including Oracle Databases, the Unix operating systems and SQL for the windows operating systems as well as Maxdb which is the database used on KPRO. (This represents 14 application installations, 2 different operating systems and 3 different databases) • Help with the management of SAP users, authorisations, and profiles through the SAP GRC system. Any violations for Segregation of Duties must be removed or mitigated by system monitoring. • Carry out all Client Copies required by business • Patch Management (system updates and fixes) • System capacity and performance management • Analysis of SAP system and error logs and take corrective action • Capacity planning
• Implementation of SAP Support Packages • Upgrade to latest Enhancement Packs • Upgrade to latest Operating systems for AIX Unix • Server availability and scheduled downtime for maintenance • Start and stop servers • Follow change control procedures • Trouble shoot all system errors • Guide and direct consultants and outsource service providers • Disaster recovery system • Scheduling and implementing of backups for all systems via the TSM backup system • Manage the offsite storage of system backup media • Ensure the integrity of system Backups
• Ensure the integrity and smooth running of the offsite system replication (DR site for all systems) • Liaise with the rest of the ICT Team for support when required. • Responsible for building a relationship and maintaining project team satisfaction with the project application team leads and other team leads. • Manage relationship with service providers and ensure they are meeting all service levels and responsibilities. • Define and implement process improvement measures within the environment. • Ensure all proper change management and problem management processes are followed. • Mentor other Basis support team and others to share knowledge and lessons learned. • Compile detail statistics & graphs for monthly reports to show trends and optimize systems. • Give input to the composition work plans for activations/deactivations/upgrades/moves and execute.
Maintenance and Administration of IBM Power Series servers which includes creating & copying of logical partitioning of systems, SAN switches configurations, Network Installation Server and configure VIOS • Maintenance and Administration the IBM V7000 Storwise SAN which includes the flash copies, data migration, remote copies and data replication • Administration & Maintenance of Windows server, which includes storage management, manage Tivoli Storage Manager backup’s and • Manage SQL databases including backups
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree or other relevant NQF level 7 qualification in Information Technology is required. • A min of 4 years of experience in a similar position within an IT environment, with demonstrated experience in SAP Basis systems. • 4 years of experience in database management and in the maintenance of AIX Unix operating systems, • 2 years’ experience in the use of IBM’s TSM backup system • Experience in ECC 6
Competencies
Anchoring the Transnet Way Is a conceptual and analytical thinker Is results focused Is courageous Is resilient Is emotionally intelligent Is an excellent communicator Leading the Transnet Way Is collaborative Is innovative and entrepreneurial Has impact and influence Is a change agent Managing the Transnet Way Optimises business performance Delights customers Manages programs, projects & contracts Manages risk and compliance Sustaining the Transnet Way Empowers and develops others Is inquisitive and develops self Manages and shares information Role models the culture and values Embraces diversity Has the right skills
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
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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Specialist Module Configure: SAP FI
Specialist Module Configure: SAP FI
| Operating Division: | Transnet Corporate Centre |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | ICT, Digital Data Analytics, GRP |
| Location: | Johannesburg |
| Reporting To: | Specialist: Data Analytics |
| Grade: | F |
| Reference: | req4083 |
The closing date is on 04/02/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Responsible for maintaining and supporting existing configurations on the SAP ERP system including the following modules
Finance
Plant Maintenance
Project Systems
Sales and Distribution
Material Management
Portfolio Management
Governance, Risk and Compliance
Budgeting and Planning
Asset Management
To identify remedial actions to fix/update system configurations in the production environment.
To provide thought leadership and direction in the optimisation of SAP ERP modules.
To lead a team of junior staff in maintaining and supporting production systems.
Position Outputs
• Provide deep knowledge and expertise on the specific SAP FI module that is being supported in the production systems. • Analyse existing and new business requirements to support SAP FI applications in the production environment. • Investigate, propose and design technical solutions to address business requirements. • Document functional and technical specifications to address business requirements. • Develop and compile test plans for new business solutions proposed on the SAP FI ERP system. • Conduct extensive testing with business counterparts for new solutions proposed and oversee the implementation of such solutions.
• Consult with external vendors as part of the maintenance and support process to identify solutions to complex business problems. • Have a full understanding of change control lifecycles and adhere to the prescripts and requirements of the change control process. • Collaborates with Operating Divisions in providing innovative solutions to systems that are in the production environment. • Leads a team of external staff and 3rd party service providers in providing both technical and functional support for SAP FI systems in the production environment. • Responsible for ensuring skills transfer take place to junior staff as well as ensuring where applicable skill is transferred from external staff to Transnet employees.
Qualifications and Experience
A Bachelors Degree or equivalent in an Information Technology related discipline is required. Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in IT product development and support functions. Minimum of 5 years experience Standard Job Requirements • Driver’s license code 08 • Travel as required and approved
Competencies
Functional Competencies: SAP Module configuration Deep understanding of SAP module workings including the supported business rules of that module Expert Change Control Governance Equipped with the technical knowledge to extract data from source systems Expert Digital Dexterity Fully comprehends and understands digital transformation in a corporate setting. Expert General Competencies: Business Performance and Delivery Business Acumen Project Delivery Strategic Decision Making Target Driven Proficient Relationship Management Communicates Effectively Interpersonal Skills Networking Proficient
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.
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Traction Linesman
Traction Linesman
| Operating Division: | Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) |
| Employee Group: | Permanent |
| Department: | TR-COR-CEN-ELE-Subs & Distribution-VRR |
| Location: | Bayhead |
| Reporting To: | Master Electrician |
| Grade: | I1X |
| Reference: | req3933 |
The closing date is on 30/01/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To ensure the optimal utilization of high voltage overhead track equipment by performing maintenance, alterations, construction and repairs to overhead track equipment, transmission line and negative return circuits according to prescribed quality and safety standards in live and dead working conditions.
Position Outputs
1. To supervise trade hands, infra-assistants, trainee traction linesman, contractors and unauthorized personnel ▪ To ensure that all workers have the correct PPE ▪ To provide instructions to the team ▪ To put control measures in place to ensure that tasks are completed ▪ To ensure that the team understands the tasks needed to be performed ▪ To explain the dangers involved in the tasks to be performed ▪ To maintain a presence on site so that instructions are adhered to ▪ To ensure that the right materials and tools are used ▪ To ensure that there is sufficient manpower and capacity to perform tasks ▪ To render first aid and hazmat when necessary
2. To construct and maintain overhead track equipment (OHTE) according to required standards. ▪ To cast foundations and erecting mast poles ▪ Rolling, sagging and tensioning wires ▪ Ensure that installation and repair bonding (negative returns circuit) is done ▪ Isolating and earthing OHTE ▪ Ensure that flag protection duties are completed ▪ Communicate with train operating personnel and electrical control ▪ Basic welding (exothermic and arc welding) ▪ Lifting heavy equipment ▪ Work to “clearance from” and on live OHTE ▪ Alignment of OHTE (Staggering, balancing of striking point) ▪ Fault finding on OHTE and return circuit ▪ Cable joining /splicing ▪ To compile reports for feedback purposes
3. To transport staff and material from the station depot to site and back ▪ Conduct a pre-trip inspection of the vehicle ▪ Ensure that the material required for the job is in the vehicle ▪ Adhere to road regulations ▪ Load, secure and unload material from the vehicle
4. To issue work permits ▪ Read and analyze the reticulation diagram ▪ Communicate with electrical control and CTC ▪ Complete and read work permits ▪ Open and close track and link switches ▪ Apply live line tester and portable earth connection ▪ Explain the limits and dangers involved to staff on site ▪ Ensure that work permit is understood and signed ▪ Ensure that equipment and personnel are clear from the site when cancelling work permit
5. To attend to emergency breakdowns on site ▪ Identify affected area (Fault finding) ▪ Switch off electrical power ▪ Communicate with CTC and electrical control ▪ Demarcate the affected area ▪ Provide feedback to superior
6. To operate and pilot on track machines and cranes ▪ Maintain speed restriction according to Train Working Rules ▪ Ontrack RRV ▪ Communicate with the CTC ▪ To operate AWP and truck mounted hiab jib crane ▪ Conduct pre- trip inspection and break test ▪ Observe the signals and ensure that they are adhered to ▪ To ensure that the line is dead before you start working ▪ Observe the clearance when working near the adjacent ‘live’ line ▪ Warn (hooter) subordinates of the passing trains on the adjacent lines and machine movement
7. To ensure that workers on site adhere to safety standards ▪ Conduct green area / toolbox safety talks before commencement of work ▪ Explain dangers and risks involved ▪ Explain safe working procedures ▪ Make sure that everyone understands what is needed ▪ Ensure that flag protection is afforded ▪ Make sure that workers are wearing the correct PPE
8. To provide on the job training, coaching and guidance to subordinates, trainees and unauthorized personnel ▪ To provide coaching to the new trainees ▪ Ensure that the correct working procedures are explained and understood ▪ Physically demonstrate the correct way of working ▪ To assist and supervise the workers ▪ To identify the knowledge gaps and train accordingly
9. To issue reports to the assistant foreman ▪ Complete and submit job cards, Sap01 and logbooks ▪ Compile reports of incidents when required ▪ Provide verbal reports of incidents
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: ▪ Grade 12 (NQF4) Maths and Science ▪ Traction Linesman Certificate ▪ Category A Red/A Brown certificate ▪ Train Working rules ▪ Code 29 ▪ RRV Certificate ▪ Firefighting ▪ First Aid ▪ Working on heights certificate ▪ Welding Certificate ▪ Protection Certificate ▪ ET1, ET2 ▪ Vehicle licence Code C1 with PDP
Competencies
KNOWLEDGE: ▪ Standards operating procedures for Infrastructure ▪ Safety policy and procedures/Act 85 ▪ OHTE equipment ▪ Track machines ▪ Isolate/earthed 3kv, 25kv, 50kv ▪ Train working rules ▪ Track occupations work permits procedures ATTITUDES: ▪ Conscientious ▪ Sense of urgency ▪ Safety conscious ▪ Results orientated ▪ Willing to work shifts ▪ Quality orientated ▪ Willing to do call SKILLS: ▪ Be able to work at heights ▪ Physically fit ▪ Medical fitness ▪ Communication ▪ Team working ▪ Report writing ▪ Developing people COMPETENCIES: ▪ Earthing and bonding procedures ▪ Train operating systems ▪ Safety (working areas) ▪ Oxy-acetylene flame cutting ▪ Electrical safety instructions ▪ OHTE safety regulations ▪ Traction Lineman duties (training modules) ▪ Maintenance of electrical. 3KV DC, 25 KV or 50 KV AC
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
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com
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