Camden Power Station – Learner Plant Operators X8

Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
Closing Date: September 25, 2024

Overview

Eskom’s Camden Power Station is offering a Learning Programme for eight (8) aspiring Plant Operators. This opportunity is open to both internal and external candidates, offering a pathway to gain valuable skills through a combination of institutional training and hands-on experience. Successful candidates will be placed across various Eskom divisions following the completion of the program.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in structured, institutionalized learning combined with practical, on-the-job training to develop the skills required for a Plant Operator role.
  • Engage in relevant tasks under supervision to enhance technical and operational expertise.
  • Follow the guidelines and training plans provided by the company to ensure full understanding of operational procedures.

Minimum Requirements

  • Education:
    • Candidates with one of the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:
      • National N6 Certificate with Trade Subjects, or
      • National Diploma / BTech / BEng / BSc Eng (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electronics)
      • National N4/N5 Certificate with Trade Subjects
      • Grade 12 with a minimum of:
        • 50% in Mathematics
        • 50% in Physical Science
        • 40% in English
      • N3 with a minimum of:
        • 50% in Mathematics
        • 50% in Science
        • 40% in English
      • NCV Level 4 with a minimum of:
        • 50% in Mathematics
        • 50% in Science
        • 40% in English
  • Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.

Skills and Competencies

  • Effective communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities.
  • Ability to liaise and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Recruitment Process

Candidates will go through a recruitment and selection process. Successful applicants will be placed across various Eskom operations and divisions, based on the organization’s needs.

Application Process

If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Eskom is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Preference may be given to individuals from under-represented groups in line with Eskom’s employment equity goals. Eskom reserves the right not to fill this position.