Eskom is inviting suitably qualified South African candidates to apply for 2 Learner Technician opportunities at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga.

The opportunities are available in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, with successful candidates receiving institutionalised and practical on-the-job training.

Available Opportunities

• Learner Technician – Mechanical X1
• Learner Technician – Electrical X1

Job Details

Company: Eskom
Programme: Learner Technician / Learning Programme
Number of Positions: 2
Business Unit: Kendal Power Station
Department: Human Resources
Location: Mpumalanga
Task Grade: TR2
Contract: Internship
Remuneration: Market Related
Reference Number: eskom_006434
Closing Date: 4 September 2026

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a fully completed qualification in one of the following:

• S4 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, OR
• S5 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, OR
• Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens.
• Meet the relevant qualification requirements.
• Successfully complete Eskom’s recruitment and selection process.

Successful candidates may be placed within Eskom Operations across the divisions.

About the Learning Programme

The programme is designed to provide successful candidates with institutionalised and on-the-job training.

Learner Technicians will have an opportunity to gain practical workplace exposure and develop their technical skills within Eskom’s operational environment.

Skills and Competencies

Leadership

• Team player.

Behavioural

• Integrity.
• Professionalism.
• Customer-focused attitude.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Eskom policies and procedures.

Skills

• Communication skills.
• Sound interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Liaising skills.

Personal Attributes

• Politeness.
• Promptness.
• Energetic.
• Self-starter.
• Assertive.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidates will participate in institutionalised and practical on-the-job training as part of Eskom’s Learner Technician programme.

How to Apply

When completing your application, make sure you quote:

Listing Reference: eskom_006434

Applicants should ensure that their qualifications and supporting information are correctly captured before submitting the application.

Closing Date

4 September 2026

Applications should be submitted before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.

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

Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. Preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups in accordance with Eskom’s Employment Equity Plan and targets. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.