Eskom has opened several new youth development and workplace training opportunities for 2026.

The latest opportunities include Learner Plant Operators, Learner Artisans, Learner Technicians, University of Technology Internships and 25 Youth Employment Service (YES) positions.

Based on the opportunities listed below, there are 51 positions available across Eskom operations, including Kendal Power Station, Kriel Power Station and Eskom Real Estate.

1. Learner Plant Operator X7 – Kendal Power Station

Company: Eskom
Programme: Learner Plant Operator
Number of Positions: 7
Location: Kendal Power Station
Closing Date: 1 September 2026

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2. Learner Plant Operators X10 – Kriel Power Station

Company: Eskom
Programme: Learner Plant Operator
Number of Positions: 10
Location: Kriel Power Station
Closing Date: 28 August 2026

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3. Learner Artisans X4 – Kriel Power Station

Company: Eskom
Programme: Learner Artisan
Number of Positions: 4
Location: Kriel Power Station
Closing Date: 28 August 2026

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4. Learner Technicians X2 – Kendal Power Station

Company: Eskom
Programme: Learner Technician
Number of Positions: 2
Location: Kendal Power Station
Closing Date: 4 September 2026

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5. Youth Employment Service (YES) X25 – Eskom Real Estate

Company: Eskom
Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES)
Business Unit: Eskom Real Estate
Number of Positions: 25
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12
Closing Date: Check the full vacancy listing

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6. University of Technology Internship X3 – Kriel Power Station

Company: Eskom
Programme: University of Technology Internship
Number of Positions: 3
Location: Kriel Power Station
Closing Date: 28 August 2026

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Eskom Opportunities:

Total Opportunities: 51

• Learner Plant Operator – Kendal: X7
• Learner Plant Operator – Kriel: X10
• Learner Artisan – Kriel: X4
• Learner Technician – Kendal: X2
• Youth Employment Service (YES) – Eskom Real Estate: X25
• University of Technology Internship – Kriel: X3

These opportunities cover different education levels and career paths, so applicants should focus on the programme that best matches their qualifications.

Which Eskom Opportunity Should You Apply For?

If you have Grade 12 and are looking for workplace experience, check the Eskom YES X25 programme first.

If you’re interested in power station operations, the 17 Learner Plant Operator positions at Kendal and Kriel Power Stations are worth checking.

Candidates interested in becoming qualified artisans should review the Learner Artisan X4 opportunities, while applicants with relevant tertiary technical qualifications can consider the Learner Technician X2 and University of Technology Internship X3 programmes.

Important Closing Dates

28 August 2026

• Learner Plant Operators X10 – Kriel
• Learner Artisans X4 – Kriel
• University of Technology Internships X3 – Kriel

1 September 2026

• Learner Plant Operators X7 – Kendal

4 September 2026

• Learner Technicians X2 – Kendal

Check the individual advertisement for the closing date and complete details of the YES X25 programme.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early instead of waiting until the closing date.

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• Eskom vacancies
• Grade 12 opportunities
• Learner Plant Operator programmes
• Artisan learnerships
• YES opportunities
• Internships
• Graduate programmes
• Technical jobs
• General worker vacancies
• No-experience opportunities

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Vacancy information is shared to help job seekers discover opportunities. Applicants should always verify the official requirements, closing dates and application instructions before submitting an application.

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