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Eskom Engineer in Training (Generators Engineering) Opportunity

23 August 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Grabouw

Closing Date: 03 September 2026

Eskom Engineer in Training (Generators Engineering) Opportunity

EIT Generators Position/Task Grade: L7 Area of specialization: N/A Department: Generators Engineering Dept: Peaking Palmiet PS Location: Western Cape: Grabow

Skills and Competencies Required:

· N/A
· Leadership: Team player
· Behavioral: Integrity
· Professionalism
· Customer focused
· Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s Policies and procedures

Skills Required

· Communication Skills
· Sound interpersonal Skills
· Negotiation Skills
· Liaising Skills

Attributes

· Politeness
· Promptness
· Energetic
· Self-starter
· Assertiveness

Key Responsibilities: The incumbent will be afforded institutionalised and on job training.

Qualification(s):

· Fully Completed: Engineering Degree, B Eng/BSC Eng in Electrical Engineering

· Minimum Requirements: Must be a South African Citizen

· Related Minimum Experience: Applicants will go through a recruitment process, and if successful, be placed in the Eskom Operations across the divisions.

About Eskom

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is a South African state-owned public utility that generates, transmits, and distributes the vast majority of South Africa’s electricity. Founded in 1923 as the Electricity Supply Commission, it is the largest power producer in Africa.

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Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) Program for Unemployed Candidates

11 July 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Medupi Power Station

Closing Date: 21 July 2026

Introduction: Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) Program for Unemployed Candidates

Eskom Medupi Power Station is looking for a Youth Employment Service employee to function in various administrative roles. Position/Task Grade: YY1. Location: Lephalale, Limpopo.

Job description

The Youth Employment Service (YES) is part of the public-private initiative lead by the Presidency, to address the youth unemployment crisis in our country. Eskom is creating work opportunities for unemployed youth in South Africa in accordance with the BBBEE definition. We invite young South Africans, who are hungry to enter the job market, to get a chance at a life-changing first work experience in our exciting energy industry.

If you meet the requirements listed, grab this opportunity to gain valuable work experience. Successful candidates will be given a 12-month contract to work in one of the Eskom Operations across all South African Provinces.

Skills and Competencies Required: N/A

Leadership: Teamplayer

Behavioral

Integrity
Professionalism
Customer focused

Knowledge: Knowledge of Eskom’s Policies and procedures

Skill

Communication Skills
Sound interpersonal Skills
Negotiation Skills
Liaising Skills

Attributes

Politeness
Promptness
Energetic
Self-starter
Assertive

Key Responsibilities: N/A

Minimum requirements

Must be a South African Citizen
Aged between 18 to 34
Grade 12 or equivalent

Qualification(s): Grade 12 or equivalent

Related Minimum Experience:

Should not have been employed permanently with a single employer continuously for more than 1 year
Should not be studying full time in the year of employment
Should not have participated / registered on the YES initiative before
Applicants will go through a recruitment process, and if successful, be placed in the Eskom Operations across the divisions.

About ESKOM South Africa

Eskom is South Africa’s state-owned power utility, generating over 80% of the nation’s electricity. Following a prolonged energy crisis, the company has successfully eliminated national load shedding. Backed by a government debt relief plan and a new generation recovery strategy, Eskom is currently focused on grid stability, renewable energy expansion, and reducing local power reductions.

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ESKOM is Hiring for an Assistant Officer Security – Entry Level Opportunity

24 June 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Mpumalanga

Closing Date: 25 June 2026

ESKOM is Hiring for an Assistant Officer Security – Entry Level Opportunity

Area of specialization: To supervise and co-ordinate security operations (section or shift), with the aim of protecting and securing all employees, assets, information and other interests Department: Security Services Business Unit: Kusile Power Station Position/Task Grade: T10

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

· Organise and supervise the section/shift operational resources.
· Supervise the security service provider (contractor) activities.
· Perform operational security performance monitoring and assessment.
· Perform occupation health and safety inspections.

Behavioral:

· Integrity, honesty, trust worthiness, professionalism
· Highly motivated
· Able to work under pressure and with deadlines
· Ability to interact at a senior level

2. Leadership:

· Coaching, mentoring, team player, developing.
· Training ability and experience
· Team player
· Employee relationship building

3. Knowledge:

· Understanding of a subject, its facts and information relevant to the KPA’s. indicate the required proficiency level for the role and the criteria for updating the competency
· Knowledge of security legislation related to security training
· Policies, procedures, standards and practices

4. Skills:

· Administration skills
· Problem solving skills
· Presentation skills
· Effective customer service skills
· SASSETA skills program 1 to 4
· National Key Point unit standards
· Firearm handling unit standards for business purposes

5. Attributes

· Physically ability –fitness to perform operational duties
· Psychologically suitable – perform under stressful and dangerous situations
· Must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to drive
· No criminal record

6. Assessment

· Decision-making versus implementation
· Communication
· Performance Driven
· Firearm competence

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s):

• National Diploma Security Mngmt/Policing/Security Risk Mngmt at NQF 6 with 240 Credits
• Professional Registration Body: Private Security Industry Regulation Authority (PSIRA) Grade B

Related Minimum Experience:

• 2 Years Security experience

About ESKOM

Eskom is a South African state-owned enterprise that generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, supplying over 80% of South Africa’s power. Established in 1923, it operates the grid using coal, nuclear, hydroelectric, wind, and diesel sources, and is transitioning toward net-zero emissions by 2050.

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ESKOM is Looking for an Assistant Officer Fleet Services with Good Customer Relation Skills

8 June 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Mpumalanga

Closing Date: 17 June 2026

Introduction

Position: Assistant Officer Fleet Services Position/Task Grade: T10 Area of specialization: To Provide a comprehensive and high-quality safety, customer and Technical support to Eskom with regards to Fleet management solutions. Department: Services Location: Grootvlei Power Station – Mpumalanga

Job description: ESKOM is Looking for an Assistant Officer Fleet Services with Good Customer Relation Skills

Skills and Competencies Required

Behavioural:

High Levels of Judgement and ethical standards
Integrity
Honesty
Professionalism
Trustworthy

Leadership:

Customer relation skills
Presentable

Knowledge:

Understanding of Eskom’s business processes
Ability to perform reconciliations
Good understanding of the fleet policies
Knowledge of transport legislation and the OHS ACT

Skill:

Computer Literacy MS Office – (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Fleet Management system
Excellent telephone etiquette and customer relations skills
Good problem solver
Presentation skills

Attributes:

· Analytical with excellent problem-solving mechanisms

Assessment

Ability to perform Reconciliations
Valid National driver’s license
Willingness to travel
Good verbal and written communication skills

Key Responsibilities

Fleet Customer services and reporting
Vehicle replacements
Disposal processes
Vehicle abuse and accident investigations
Vehicle monitoring support services
Fleet cost recovery
Responsible for data Integrity
Fuel management operations
Distribution business vehicle scheme

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”

Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s): National Diploma Road Transport/Logistics/Supply Chain at NQF 6 with 240 Credits

Experience: 2 years’ Fleet Related Experience

About ESKOM South Africa

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd Company Information – Eskom is South Africa’s primary state-owned power utility. Founded in 1923, it generates approximately 80–90% of South Africa’s electricity and accounts for 60% of the total electricity consumed across the African continent.

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ESKOM Graduate in Training Internship – Construction Studies And Quantity Surveying

12 May 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Location: Sunninghill

Closing Date: 21 May 2026

Introduction: ESKOM Graduate in Training Internship – Construction Studies And Quantity Surveying

Position/Task Grade: L07 Area of specialization: To provide engineering designs, and technical solutions. Department: Eskom Real Estate Business Unit: Eskom Real Estate Location: Megawatt Park Reference Number: 50946108CD. Closing Date: 21 May 2026

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Job description

· Skills and Competencies Required

Leadership

Teamwork/collaboration
Achievement oriented
Business acumen
Customer orientation

Behavioral

Professionalism
Trustworthiness
Honesty
Resilience and flexibility
Integrity and values

Knowledge

Quantity surveying
Risk management
Cost engineering and management
Contracts management
Project management
Planning and scheduling

Skill

Analytical
Judgement
Problem solving
Negotiation
Planning and organising
Dealing with complexity
Decision making
Influencing and persuading
Communication and engagement
Client focus

Key Responsibilities

This is a 24-month training programme where the incumbent will be afforded institutionalised and on-the-job training.

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s): BSc/B Degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction studies at NQF 7 with 360 credits

Related Minimum Experience: No work experience

About ESKOM

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is South Africa’s state-owned primary electricity utility, supplying over 86% of the nation’s energy and approximately 20% of Africa’s electricity. Established in 1923, it operates across the generation, transmission, and distribution, managing a vast grid network and a mix of coal, nuclear, hydro, and renewable power stations.

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x13 ESKOM Graduate in Training Opportunities (GIT) – 24 Months Fixed Term Contract

29 April 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Closing Date: 1 May 2026

Position summary: ESKOM Graduate in Training Opportunities

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job category: Matriculants/Graduate/No Experience
Location: Sunninghill
Contract: Internship
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No

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Introduction

Position/Task Grade: L07 Department: Eskom Renewables Areas Business Unit: Eskom Renewables Location: Megawatt Park Reference Number:20260416DH Closing Date: 01 May 2026

Job description

Skills and Competencies Required:

Communication skills (written /verbal)
Customer liaison
Relationship Building
Interpersonal skills
Information Technology
Ability to collate and consolidate information
Resiliency and analytical thinking
Familiar with applications – Excel and Power point, Microsoft Suite

Key Responsibilities

· The incumbent will be exposed to different areas within the Eskom Renewables Division

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s):

BCom Finance
B Eng Electrical Engineering/Control and Instrumentation
B Degree Communication/ Stakeholder Management (public management and/or international relations)
B Eng
LLB
B Degree Computer Science/ Informatics/Information Technology
BSc Mathematics & Statistics/Geospatial Sciences
B Degree Quantity Surveyor
B Degree Project Management
B Degree Data Analytics

Related Minimum Experience: No Experience

About ESKOM

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is South Africa’s state-owned, primary electricity utility, established in 1923, which generates, transmits, and distributes over 80% of the country’s power. It operates a large, mixed-technology fleet including coal, nuclear, and renewables and manages a vast grid, though it has faced severe financial challenges and capacity constraints.

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ESKOM Learner Intern Graduate Engineering Opportunity

11 April 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Introduction

Successful Applicants will be required to sign a 2 (two) year Internship Contract and will be paid a stipend according to Company Policies and Procedures. Position: Re Advert Learner Intern Grad Engineering – Engineering Design x2 Position/Task Grade: IO1 Department: Powerlines Business Unit: Construction Services

Location: Various Sites

Job description

Skills:

Computer Skills in MS Word, Excel
Good leadership Skills
Problem Solving/Conflict

Attributes:

Sound Communication
Able to work under pressure
Honest and Reliable
Adaptability to change
Own initiative/forward thinker

Documents to be submitted:

Detailed Curriculum Vitae,
Proof of qualifications and ID Copy (Certified)

Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement
Ensure that your duties are executed according to your training program
Safety
Engineering Design
Ensure that your Comply with Section 14 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and your duties as an employee are properly discharged.

Minimum requirements

Grade 12 and BSc – Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

About ESKOM

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is South Africa’s state-owned primary electricity utility, established in 1923, which generates, transmits, and distributes over 80% of the country’s electricity. It operates coal, nuclear, hydro, pumped storage, and renewable power stations, and is currently navigating a “Just Energy Transition” towards cleaner energy while addressing severe supply shortages.

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Eskom South Africa Non-Technical Learnership – Various Business Units Hiring

4 April 2026 by Blessing Khumalo

Position summary

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job category: Admin, Office Support and Services
Location: Germiston
Contract: Internship
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No

Introduction: Eskom South Africa Non-Technical Learnership – Various Business Units Hiring

Area of specialization: Non-Technical Department: Various Business Unit: Procurement and Supply Chain Management Location: Gauteng (Simmerpan) Task Grade: L06

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

This is a 12-month training program where the incumbent will be afforded on-the-job training.

Skills and Competencies Required:

o Good communication skills
o Have the ability to understand technical concept
o Be safety conscious
o Have conscientious and self-discipline approach
o Be responsible and committed
o Have emotional resilience
o Have the ability to perform physical work
o Positive attitude
o Be able to work as part of a team

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s):

o National Diploma in Commerce/Logistics/Transport/Supply Chain Management
o National Diploma in Information Technology/Information Management
o National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

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About Eskom

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is South Africa’s state-owned, primary electricity supplier, established in 1923, which generates and distributes over 86% of the country’s electricity. It operates a vast network of coal, nuclear, hydro, and wind power stations. The utility currently faces significant generation capacity challenges, resulting in rotational load shedding to protect the national grid.

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