Electrical Transmission Lines & Servitudes Technician

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; Upington; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd in Upington, Northern Cape, invites applications for a transmission line inspection role.

You will perform supervised inspections, servitude maintenance, fault investigations and restoration tasks on transmission lines, ensuring safe operations and quality supply. Candidates should have an electrical trade certificate, 2 years of related experience, and a valid C1 driver's license, with strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate required for electrical work (light or heavy current).
• 2 years NTCSA experience in lines and servitudes is preferred.
• Must understand safety and occupational health basics.

Responsibilities

• Perform line inspections and servitude maintenance under supervision.
• Carry out line fault investigations.
• Assist in restoration operations during power line emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental policies.
• Operate, inspect and maintain line tools and equipment.
• Enhance customer and stakeholder relations.

Skills

Work at heights

Communication

Negotiation

Extreme weather work

Driver’s license C1

Interpersonal relations

Instructions follow

Microsoft Word/Excel

Education

Trade Certificate Electrical (Light/Heavy Current) at NQF 4 with 120 credits

Job description

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd in Upington, Northern Cape, invites applications for a transmission line inspection role.

You will perform supervised inspections, servitude maintenance, fault investigations and restoration tasks on transmission lines, ensuring safe operations and quality supply. Candidates should have an electrical trade certificate, 2 years of related experience, and a valid C1 driver's license, with strong safety awareness.