Learner Plant Operator x 7 (Kendal Power Station)

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd invites applications for a Learning Programme at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga. The role targets candidates meeting Grade 12/NCV/N4–N6 requirements with maths, science and English at specified levels, and South African citizenship.

Training will be provided on-site, with potential placement across Eskom operations. Applicants should be prepared for an intensive training pathway within a government energy utility, with emphasis on safety, procedures, and professional

Qualifications

• Grade 12/NCV/N4–N6 qualifications with required subject percentages.
• South African Citizenship is a stated requirement.
• Trade subjects in N4/N5/N6 indicate technical suitability.

Responsibilities

• The incumbent will be afforded institutionalised and on job training.

Education

Grade 12 with Maths 50%, Physical Science 50% and English 40%

N3 with Maths 50%, Science 50% and English 40%

NCV Level 4 Maths 50% Science 50% and English 40%

National N4/N5 Certificate with Trade Subjects

National N6 Certificate with Trade Subjects

Must be a South African Citizen

Job description

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 1 September 2026

Position summary

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Position: Learning ProgrammePosition/Task Grade: L5Area of specialization: N/ADepartment: OperatingBusiness Unit: Kendal Power StationLocation: Mpumalanga

Skills and Competencies Required:

• Knowledge of Eskom’s Policies and procedures
• Sound interpersonal Skills
• Politeness
• Self-starter
• Assertive

Key Responsibilities

• The incumbent will be afforded institutionalised and on job training.

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”

Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace.

Qualification(s)

• Grade 12 with Maths 50%, Physical Science 50% and English 40% or
• N3 with Maths 50%, Science 50% and English 40% or
• NCV Level 4 Maths 50% Science 50% and English 40%
• National N4/N5 Certificate with Trade Subjects
• National N6 Certificate with Trade Subjects
• Grade 12 with Maths 50%, Physical Science 50% and English 40% or
• Must be a South African Citizen

Related Minimum Experience

• Applicants will go through a recruitment process, and if successful, be placed in the Eskom Operations across the divisions.