Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator 2026 (x7Posts)

Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator 2026 provide an opportunity for eligible candidates to gain institutionalised and on-the-job training at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga.

The Plant Operator learning programme is aimed at developing practical workplace skills while providing exposure to the operations of one of Eskom’s power stations.

Eskom Plant Operator Learnership 2026 Overview

• Company: Eskom
• Position: Learning Programme – Plant Operator
• Position/Task Grade: L5
• Area of Specialisation: N/A
• Department: Operating
• Business Unit: Kendal Power Station
• Location: Mpumalanga
• Programme Type: Learning Programme
• Training: Institutionalised and on-the-job training
• Citizenship: South African citizens

About the Eskom Plant Operator Learnership

The Eskom Plant Operator learning programme is designed to provide successful candidates with structured training and practical workplace exposure.

The incumbent will receive institutionalised training as well as on-the-job training. This provides learners with an opportunity to develop practical knowledge and workplace competencies relevant to plant operations.

Candidates should be prepared to work in a professional environment and demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork abilities.

Skills and Competencies

Eskom is looking for candidates who can demonstrate a range of workplace and interpersonal competencies.

Leadership

• Team player.

Behavioural Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Integrity.
• Professionalism.
• Customer-focused behaviour.

Knowledge

Applicants should have:

• Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures.

Skills

The required skills include:

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

Personal Attributes

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Politeness.
• Promptness.
• Energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Assertiveness.

Key Responsibilities

The successful incumbent will be afforded:

• Institutionalised training.
• On-the-job training.
• Practical exposure relevant to the Plant Operator learning programme.
• Opportunities to develop workplace skills and competencies.

The training is intended to help candidates gain practical experience and improve their readiness for working in a professional operational environment.

Who Should Apply?

The Eskom Plant Operator learning programme may be suitable for South African citizens who have completed Grade 12 or hold one of the specified technical qualifications.

This opportunity may be particularly relevant to candidates interested in:

• Power station operations.
• Plant operations.
• Engineering-related environments.
• Technical careers.
• Energy and electricity generation.
• Industrial operations.

Applicants should ensure that their qualifications meet the required subject percentages before submitting an application.

Eskom Plant Operator 2026 at Kendal Power Station

The position is based at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga and falls under the Operating Business Unit.

Candidates who are selected for the programme will receive both institutionalised and practical on-the-job training. This can provide valuable exposure to a large-scale industrial working environment.

Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator 2026 Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements specified for the programme.

The requirements include one of the following educational pathways:

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

Applicants must also be South African citizens.

Candidates should carefully check the official Eskom advertisement to confirm the qualification pathway applicable to the specific Plant Operator learning programme before applying.

Eskom Employment Equity and Diversity

Eskom states that it is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with its employment equity plan and employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups.

Eskom also encourages candidates with disabilities to apply.

The company reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised position.

How to apply

Apply here online for Eskom Learnerships Plant Operator 2026 (x7Posts)

Closing date: 01 September 2026