Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ CBE SOUTHEN AFRICA
POSITION: LOCOMOTIVE DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAMME (50 POSITIONS)
Location: Blantyre
OVERVIEW
On behalf of our client, we invite applications from suitably qualified, motivated and technically inclined young Malawians to join our Locomotive Driver Training Programme. The programme aims to develop skilled individuals who will undergo structured theoretical and practical training to become competent locomotive drivers.
We are seeking 50 enthusiastic candidates with a strong technical background, a commitment to safety and an interest in pursuing a career in railway operations.
1. Minimum Requirements
Interested applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Be between 18 and 28 years of age.
• Possess a Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) with a minimum of six (6) credits and
• Possess at least a TEVET Level 3 Certificate and/or a Grade 1 Trade Test Certificate or City & Guilds qualification in any of the below technical field.
o Electrical Engineering
o Mechanical Engineering
o Automobile mechanics
o General Fitting
o Telecommunications
o Electronics
2. Training Programme
Successful candidates will be enrolled in a structured 12-month Locomotive Driver Training Programme, which will comprise theoretical instruction and practical training.
3. Trainee Benefits and Conditions
Successful candidates will be entitled to the following:
• Monthly stipend
• Lunch
• Medical insurance
Please note: The Company will not provide transport or accommodation. Successful candidates will therefore be responsible for making their transport and accommodation arrangements throughout the training period.
4. How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications, together with the following documents:
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of MSCE certificate.
• Copies of relevant technical and professional certificates.
• National Identity Card (copy).
Applications should be submitted to: https://cbemw.co/careers/
Application deadline: 21 November 2026.
Only applications received by the closing date will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Join us and build your career in railway operations!
For more info, contact us on:
Email: info@cbemw.co | caroline@cbemw.co | www.cbemw.co
CBE SOUTHEN AFRICA, VICTORIA AVENUE, DELAMERE HOUSE, 2ND FLOOR P.O. BOX 2045, BLANTYRE.