Specialist, SAP ABAP at Transnet

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Job Description

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

Position Purpose

This position calls for an experienced developer who is able to evaluate and provide robust and efficient solutions to address TPL Business processes and applications by developing accurate reporting functionalities, graphical interfaces and system integration interfaces.  This individual must have strong development experience in SAP ABAP and Webdynpro with experience in the SAP IS-OIL and other modules of SAP including integration with external systems.  The individual must be able to analyse, design, code and maintain applications in the SAP and Portal systems thereby allowing all levels of SAP  users immediate access to accurate, valid, complete and relevant data on a daily basis and thus facilitating business operations.

Position Outputs

Design, Develop and Implement SAP functionality. Create test plans and perform unit and integration testing. Manage the changes to the different clients within SAP in accordance with the TPL Change control procedures. Conduct Analysis, Design, Development, Testing, Implementation, Maintenance and Optimization of: Reports and queries for the SAP system and SAP Portal; Interfaces between SAP, Portal and external systems; Workflow functionality and Custom/dialog developments. Research new SAP modules and functionality. Perform technical duties within all stages of the system development life cycle. Ensure that business application systems are developed within the TPL prescribed framework and adhere to quality standards. Transfer SAP and general IT knowledge to the User Community. Compile and maintain all development related documentation. Provide technical support on projects and system issues. Investigate and debug applications to resolve system issues.

 

Job Industry

ICT / Computer, Data, Business Analysis and AI

Position Reporting To

Application Systems

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

 

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities

Qualifications & Experience: Degree in Information Technology with 3 – 5 years’ IT relevant experience or a National Higher Diploma with 5 – 8 years’ IT relevant experience and training in the following areas: Business and/or systems analysis and design ABAP development with exposure to full SAP implementations and integration with non-SAP systems. ABAP development in SAP IS-OIL, FI, SD, MM, QM & PM modules SAP Portal applications using Webdynpro and ABAP Integration technologies such as Web Services, XML transformations, etc. Further qualification required: SAP ABAP certification.

Competencies

Knowledge required: Understand technical and business processes Professional work experience in full software development lifecycle Understanding of business requirements/specifications, solution design and implementation, testing to project maintenance in production environment. Understanding of risk analysis principles, applications management principles, processes and practices Good understanding of business and how IT contributes to business Extensive Knowledge of SAP business processes, integration across modules and integration with external systems Extensive knowledge in the use of standard IT applications. Sound knowledge of multi-product pipeline operations and SAP IS-OIL module Sound knowledge of IT systems and systems architectures. Working knowledge of IT information security requirements and standards. Working knowledge SCADA and metering systems principles and functionality. Working knowledge of Disaster Recovery systems. Working knowledge of Business Intelligence systems. Competencies Required: 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 visionary and inspiring Is strategic Is collaborative Is innovative and entrepreneurial Has impact and influence Is a change agent Managing the Transnet Way Optimises business performance Manages finances Manages people & teams 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 Skills required: Strong problem solving skills. Strong research and development skills. Strong innovation skills. Must be able to “think outside the box” on a regular basis. Good interpersonal skills. Good Presentation skills. Good communication skills. Good management skills. Good team management skills. Good business analysis skills SAP functionality technical skills. Good service provision skills. Must be conscientious. Must be self-motivated


Application Process

Close Date

06/09/2025