Eskom is inviting suitably qualified South African candidates to apply for 4 Learner Artisan Mechanical Fitter opportunities in Mpumalanga.

Successful candidates will receive institutionalised and on-the-job training, providing an opportunity to develop practical mechanical fitting skills within Eskom.

Job Overview

Job Detail	Information
Company	Eskom
Position	Learner Artisan – Mechanical Fitter
Number of Positions	4
Location	Mpumalanga
Industry	Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Contract Type	Internship
Remuneration	Market Related
Listing Reference	eskom_006710
EE Position	No
Citizenship	South African Citizen
Closing Date	7 September 2026

About the Learner Artisan Mechanical Fitter Programme

The Eskom Learner Artisan programme provides candidates with an opportunity to receive structured training while developing practical workplace skills.

Successful learners will be afforded:

• Institutionalised training
• On-the-job training

The supplied advertisement does not specify previous employment experience as a minimum requirement.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification routes:

Option 1: Grade 12 + N3/N4/N5/N6 Fitter

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• N3, N4, N5 or N6 Certificate in Fitter
• Mathematics – minimum 50%
• Science – minimum 50%
• English – minimum 40%

OR

Option 2: Grade 12 + NCV Level 4 Fitter

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• NCV Level 4 in Fitter
• Mathematics – minimum 50%
• Science – minimum 50%
• English – minimum 40%

All applicants must also be:

• South African citizens

Is Previous Experience Required?

The supplied vacancy does not specify previous work experience as a minimum requirement.

Candidates who have completed the required academic and technical qualifications may therefore apply even if they have not yet gained formal workplace experience.

Skills and Competencies

Leadership

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Teamwork
• Ability to work effectively with others

Behavioural Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer focus

Knowledge

Candidates should be willing to develop and apply knowledge of:

• Eskom policies and procedures

Skills

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Good communication skills
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Liaising skills

Personal Attributes

Eskom is looking for candidates who are:

• Polite
• Prompt
• Energetic
• Self-starters
• Assertive

What Will Successful Learners Receive?

Successful candidates will receive both:

Institutionalised Training + On-the-Job Training

This will provide learners with an opportunity to develop practical workplace competencies alongside their existing theoretical Fitter qualifications.

The vacancy does not provide a detailed breakdown of the specific mechanical fitting duties or training modules.

Remuneration

The programme offers:

Market-related remuneration

No specific stipend or salary amount is provided in the supplied advertisement.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted through the official Eskom recruitment platform.

When searching for or completing the application, use:

Listing Reference: eskom_006710

Closing Date: 7 September 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.

Important Notice

Applicants who have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised positions.

Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Eskom is also committed to maintaining a smoke-free workplace for its employees and visitors.

Employment Equity

Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with Eskom’s Employment Equity Plan and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

CV Tips for Eskom Learner Artisan Mechanical Fitter Applicants

Your CV should make it very easy for the recruiter to confirm that you meet the qualification and subject-percentage requirements.

Clearly show:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Mathematics result
• Science result
• English result
• N3/N4/N5/N6 Fitter qualification, if applicable
• NCV Level 4 Fitter qualification, if applicable
• College or institution attended
• Year qualification was completed

For example:

Grade 12: Completed
Mathematics: 58%
Science: 56%
English: 61%
Technical Qualification: N4 Fitter
Institution: [College Name]

Use your actual results.

Highlight Your Practical Training

If you completed practical workshop training during your studies, include the skills you genuinely gained.

These could include:

• Using hand tools
• Using power tools
• Measuring and marking
• Mechanical assembly and disassembly
• Reading technical drawings
• Using measuring instruments
• Working with mechanical components
• Workshop housekeeping
• Following safe working procedures
• Basic maintenance principles

Don’t list equipment or technical skills you have never used.

Example CV Profile

“Motivated Fitter graduate seeking an opportunity to develop practical mechanical trade skills through Eskom’s Learner Artisan programme. Technically minded, hardworking and safety-conscious, with a willingness to learn, follow procedures and work effectively as part of a team.”

Possible Interview Questions

Candidates should prepare for questions such as:

1. Tell us about yourself.
2. Why do you want to become a Mechanical Fitter?
3. Why do you want to complete your artisan training with Eskom?
4. What Fitter qualification have you completed?
5. What does a Mechanical Fitter do?
6. What hand tools have you used during your training?
7. What measuring instruments have you worked with?
8. Why are accurate measurements important when fitting mechanical components?
9. What is preventive maintenance?
10. Why is lubrication important for mechanical equipment?
11. What safety precautions should you follow before working on mechanical equipment?
12. Why is housekeeping important in a workshop?
13. Tell us about a practical project you completed during your studies.
14. What would you do if you were instructed to use equipment you had not been trained to operate?
15. How would you respond if you noticed an unsafe condition?
16. What would you do if you didn’t understand an instruction from your supervisor?
17. Tell us about a time you worked successfully as part of a team.
18. Why should Eskom choose you for one of these four Learner Artisan Mechanical Fitter positions?

Interview Preparation Tip

Before the interview, revise the fundamentals covered in your N3–N6 or NCV Fitter studies, especially workshop safety, mechanical components, technical drawings, measuring instruments, fitting principles, tools and basic maintenance concepts.

Since this is a learner opportunity, focus on demonstrating that you are safety-conscious, technically interested, willing to learn, reliable and committed to completing your artisan training successfully.