Senior Technician Secondary Plant Protection

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd in Mpumalanga (Secunda) is seeking a Senior Technician for Secondary Plant Protection. The role focuses on safe operation and maintenance of secondary plant to sustain or improve power supply, aligned with organizational objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess an electrical qualification (NQF 6) and experience with related software and plant systems, with a commitment to safety and efficiency in a high-stakes utility environment.

Qualifications

• Requires National N Diploma Electrical / National Diploma Electrical (NQF 6) with 240 credits.
• Knowledge of Eskom procedures, standards and financial procedures.
• Understanding of network, plant and equipment; familiarity with secondary plant systems and related software.

Responsibilities

• Planned maintenance for secondary plant.
• Audits and inspections.
• Breakdown maintenance and fault investigations.
• Improve secondary plant performance.
• Carry out administrative tasks.
• Contribute to safety and risk management.

Skills

Communication

OT skills

Technical & analysis

Interpersonal relations

Education

National N Diploma Electrical/National Diploma Electrical

Tools

TWS

FALLS

LLS

TXSIS

AFIS

SAP PM

Phoenix

Job description

Senior Technician Secondary Plant Protection

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 19 January 2026

Position summary

Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply

Job category: Electrical Engineering

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Area of specialization: To ensure that the secondary plant is operated and maintained in a safe and effective manner in order that a continuity of supply is sustained or enhanced and that regional and organizational objectives are met.Division: National Transmission Company South AfricaPosition/Task Grade: T12Department: Secondary PlantBusiness Unit: North East GridLocation: Mpumalanga (South CLN), Secunda

Behavioral

• Professionalism, Honesty , Integrity

Leadership

• Team player

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Eskom’s procedures and standards
• Knowledge of Eskom’s business and financial procedures
• Knowledge of statutory/legislative requirements
• Knowledge of network, plant and equipment
• Basic understanding of Secondary Plant Systems Basic knowledge of software application, TWS, FALLS, LLS, TXSIS, AFIS, SAP PM, phoenix

Skills

• Communication
• Computer/Operational Technology (OT) skills
• Technical Knowledge and analytical skills to diagnose problems in electrical equipment or systems and develop appropriate solutions
• Interpersonal relations

Key Responsibilities

• Planned maintenance
• Audits
• Breakdown maintenance
• Secondary Plant Performance Enhancement/Fault Investigations
• Administration
• Safety and risk management

“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 under-represented 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.”

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

Qualification(s):

National N Diploma Electrical/ National Diploma Electrical at NQF 6 with 240 Credits