Re-Advert: Artisan Electrical Lines and Servitudes

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; Lephalale; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NTCSA in Lephalale invites applications for the Artisan Electrical Lines and Servitudes role. This permanent position focuses on power line inspections, servitude maintenance and line repairs to ensure reliable transmission and safe operation.

The candidate should hold a Trade Certificate Electrical (Light/Heavy Current) at NQF4 with 120 credits, have at least 2 years NTCSA related experience, and possess a Code C1 driver's license, with strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate electrical (Light/Heavy Current) at NQF4 with 120 credits.
• 2 years NTCSA network and discipline related equipment experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to work at heights

Communication

Negotiation

Work under extreme weather conditions

Code C1 License

Interpersonal relations

Follow verbal & written instructions

MS Office (Word & Excel)

Education

Trade Certificate Electrical (Light Current/Heavy Current) at NQF4 with 120 credits

Job description

Re-Advert: Artisan Electrical Lines and Servitudes

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 21 September 2026

Position summary

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Electrical Engineering

Location: Lephalale / Ellisras

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Area of specialization: To perform in a safe and effective manner power line inspections, servitude and line maintenance, including defect repairs and restoration tasks on transmission lines using approved tools, equipment, procedures and techniques to ensure optimal line performance and sustainable and continuous quality of supply. Task Grade: T09. Department: Lines and Servitudes. Business Unit: Northern Grid. Location: Northam (Spitskop Substation)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform under supervision line inspections, servitude maintenance hardware defect repairs and operating
• Perform line fault investigations
• Assist in restoration operations during power line emergencies
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environment policies
• Operate, inspect and maintain tools and equipment
• Enhance customer and stakeholder relations

Knowledge:

• Electrical or mechanical engineering
• Lines and servitude
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of line work
• Transmission network
• ORHVS authorisation outcome 2 to take, handover the line under supervision
• Basic knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act and hazardous substances
• Basic line component identification
• Vegetation management
• Principles of electrical theory
• Level 3 maintenance competency authorisation

Skills:

• Ability to work at heights
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Work under extreme weather conditions
• Valid Driver’s License code C1
• Interpersonal relations
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Computer literate in Microsoft packages (Word and Excel)

Qualification(s):

• Trade Certificate Electrical (Light Current/Heavy Current) at NQF4 with 120 credits

Experience:

• 2 years NTCSA network and discipline related equipment (Lines and Servitudes)

Disclaimer:

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

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

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