Eskom Plant Operator Learnerships X15 โ Camden Power Station, Mpumalanga | Grade 12/N3/NCV/N4โN6 | Apply by 17 September 2026
Eskom is inviting South African citizens to apply for 15 Learner Plant Operator opportunities at Camden Power Station in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.
The learning programme will provide successful candidates with institutionalised and on-the-job training, giving learners an opportunity to develop practical skills and experience within Eskom’s operations.
Applicants may qualify with Grade 12, N3, NCV Level 4, or relevant N4โN6 qualifications, subject to the requirements listed below.
Job Overview
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Eskom |
| Programme | Learning Programme โ Learner Plant Operator |
| Number of Positions | 15 |
| Power Station | Camden Power Station |
| Location | Ermelo, Mpumalanga |
| Business Unit | Camden Power Station |
| Department | Operating |
| Position/Task Grade | L5 |
| Contract Type | Apprenticeship |
| Industry | Electricity, Energy & Water Supply |
| Job Category | Refinery/Plant Operations |
| Remuneration | Market Related |
| Listing Reference | eskom_006878 |
| Reference Number | Camden Learners LPO15 |
| Closing Date | 17 September 2026 |
About the Eskom Learner Plant Operator Programme
The Learner Plant Operator programme is designed to provide successful applicants with structured learning and practical workplace exposure.
According to the vacancy, successful candidates will be afforded:
Institutionalised and on-the-job training
Applicants will undergo Eskom’s recruitment process. Those who are successful may be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions.
This makes the programme particularly relevant to candidates who have completed the required technical or school qualifications and want to develop practical experience within plant operations.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants can qualify through one of the following routes:
Option 1: Grade 12
Grade 12 with:
- Mathematics โ minimum 50%
- Physical Science โ minimum 50%
- English โ minimum 40%
Option 2: N3
N3 with:
- Mathematics โ minimum 50%
- Science โ minimum 50%
- English โ minimum 40%
Option 3: NCV Level 4
NCV Level 4 with:
- Mathematics โ minimum 50%
- Science โ minimum 50%
- English โ minimum 40%
The vacancy also lists:
- National N4/N5 Certificate with Trade Subjects
- National N6 Certificate with Trade Subjects
Applicants should ensure that the qualification and results they provide accurately demonstrate the relevant requirements.
Citizenship Requirement
Applicants must be:
๐ฟ๐ฆ South African citizens
This is specifically listed as a minimum requirement.
Is Previous Work Experience Required?
The vacancy includes a heading for Related Minimum Experience, but the supplied advertisement does not state a specific number of years of previous work experience.
Therefore, applicants should not assume that prior plant operating experience is mandatory based on the information provided.
The opportunity is structured as a learning programme, with successful candidates receiving institutionalised and workplace training.
What Will Learners Do?
The official job description states:
The incumbent will be afforded institutionalised and on job training.
The supplied advertisement does not provide a detailed list of daily duties for the learners.
Applicants should therefore avoid treating generic Plant Operator duties as official responsibilities for this particular programme.
Skills and Competencies Required
Eskom lists several important qualities for applicants.
Leadership
- Team player
Behavioural Competencies
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Customer focused
Knowledge
- Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures
Personal Attributes
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Politeness
- Promptness
- Energy and enthusiasm
- Self-starter attitude
- Assertiveness
Recruitment Process
Applicants will go through a recruitment process.
Candidates who successfully complete the process may be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions.
Applicants should therefore prepare for possible assessments, interviews or other recruitment stages as determined by Eskom.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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