Railway Jobs in Gauteng - PRASA Hiring Now for Entry-Level Roles

In Gauteng, PRASA's operations focus on the Metrorail Gauteng network, serving millions of passengers monthly across key routes such as Johannesburg Pretoria, Johannesburg Springs, and Pretoria Saulsville. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg and prioritises safe, reliable rail services, infrastructure maintenance, and community engagement to support the province's transport needs amid rapid urbanisation.

• Train Driver - Johannesburg, Pretoria
  • Drive passenger trains on Metrorail lines, ensuring safe and punctual operations.
  • Salary: ZAR 25,000-35,000/month.
  • Benefits: Health insurance, pension.
  • Location: Johannesburg, Pretoria.
• Customer Service Officer - Johannesburg, Pretoria
  • Assist passengers with ticketing, inquiries and station services.
  • Salary: ZAR 15,000-22,000/month.
  • Benefits: Health insurance, pension.
  • Location: Johannesburg, Pretoria.
• Signal Technician - Johannesburg
  • Maintain and repair signalling systems to ensure safe rail operations.
  • Salary: ZAR 18,000-26,000/month.
  • Benefits: Health insurance, pension.
  • Location: Johannesburg.
• Operations Coordinator - Pretoria
  • Oversee daily rail operations, staff scheduling and passenger service coordination.
  • Salary: ZAR 20,000-28,000/month.
  • Benefits: Health insurance, pension.
  • Location: Pretoria.

• High school diploma (Grade 12/Matric) or equivalent is required for most positions.
• Train Driver: Matric with an N3 certificate in engineering or equivalent, plus a driver's licence (Code 14).
• Signal Technician: Matric with an N2/N3 in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Operations Coordinator: Matric with a diploma in management or logistics is an asset.
• No prior experience is required for entry-level roles such as Customer Service Officer.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience is preferred for Train Driver, Signal Technician and Operations Coordinator roles.

To apply for PRASA jobs in Gauteng, use the PRASA Careers Portal at or job search sites such as Indeed, Glassdoor, JobServiceHub and Govpage. You may also attend walk in interviews at PRASA's Johannesburg or Pretoria offices. Bring your CV, ID copy, work permit and educational certificates to the interview.