Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator x7 Posts 2026

Are you looking for Eskom learnerships in South Africa? Eskom is inviting suitably qualified South African citizens to apply for 7 Plant Operator Learnership opportunities at Matimba Power Station in Lephalale, Limpopo.

The Eskom Plant Operator Learnership 2026 provides successful candidates with institutionalised and on-the-job training, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience within Eskom’s operations environment.

Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator x7 Posts 2026 – Overview

• Company: Eskom
• Position: Learner Plant Operator
• Number of Posts: 7
• Position/Task Grade: L5
• Department: Human Resource
• Business Unit: Matimba Power Station
• Location: Lephalale, Limpopo
• Reference Number: LPO x7 Mat Gx
• Citizenship: South African citizens

Eskom Plant Operator Learnership 2026

The Plant Operator Learnership is aimed at candidates who want to develop their skills and gain practical workplace exposure in an Eskom operations environment.

Successful applicants will go through a recruitment process and, if selected, will be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions.

Learners will receive both institutionalised training and on-the-job training, allowing them to develop relevant knowledge and practical workplace skills.

Skills and Competencies

Although no specific technical skills are listed under the skills and competencies section, Eskom highlights several personal and professional qualities expected from candidates.

Leadership

Candidates should be:

• Team players
• Able to work effectively with others

Behavioural Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Integrity
• Professionalism
• Customer focus

Knowledge

Candidates should have knowledge of:

• Eskom policies and procedures

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

The following skills are required:

• Communication skills
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Liaising skills

Personal Attributes

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following attributes:

• Politeness
• Promptness
• Energetic attitude
• Self-starter mentality
• Assertiveness

Key Responsibilities

The successful learners will be afforded institutionalised and on-the-job training.

This training is designed to provide learners with practical exposure and workplace development within Eskom’s operations environment.

Applicants should be prepared to participate in the recruitment process and, if successful, undertake training and duties as required by Eskom.

Where Is the Eskom Plant Operator Learnership Located?

The Eskom Plant Operator Learnership x7 Posts is based at Matimba Power Station in Lephalale, Limpopo.

The position is associated with Eskom’s Operations environment, with successful candidates potentially being placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions following the recruitment process.

Eskom Plant Operator Learnership Requirements

Applicants must meet the required educational and citizenship criteria.

You must have one of the following qualifications:

• Grade 12 with Mathematics at 50%, Physical Science at 50% and English at 40%; or
• N3 with Mathematics at 50%, Science at 50% and English at 40%; or
• NCV Level 4 with Mathematics at 50%, Science at 50% and English at 40%; or
• National N4/N5 Certificate with Trade Subjects; or
• National N6 Certificate with Trade Subjects.

Applicants must also be South African citizens.

How to Apply for Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator x7 Posts

Apply here online for Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator x7 Posts 2026

Closing date: 10 September 2026