Eskom Plant Maintenance Learnerships 2026 (X10 Posts)

Eskom Plant Maintenance Learnerships 2026 (X10 Posts) offer a valuable opportunity. This 2-year structured programme is designed to equip learners with hands-on technical skills in power plant maintenance and operations.


About Eskom

Eskom is South Africa’s primary electricity supplier and plays a critical role in the country’s energy infrastructure. Through its training programmes, Eskom continues to develop skilled professionals for the engineering and energy sectors.


Programme Overview

  • Position: Learner – Plant Maintenance
  • Reference Number: eskom_004458
  • Number of Posts: 10
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Department: Plant Maintenance
  • Business Unit: Turbo Gen Services
  • Location: Various sites across South Africa
  • Stipend: Market-related

About the Plant Maintenance Programme

The Eskom Learner Programme is a structured technical training initiative within the Turbo Gen Services division. It focuses on developing engineering skills required to maintain and operate power plant systems.

Participants will gain real-world experience in:

  • Engineering maintenance
  • Power plant operations
  • Equipment diagnostics and repair
  • Technical systems and standards

Required Technical Knowledge

Applicants should demonstrate:

  • Ability to use mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation tools
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
  • Basic understanding of quality systems
  • Knowledge of engineering standards and specifications

Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should have:

  • Strong engineering and technical skills
  • Good communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Basic planning and computer skills
  • Ability to use hand tools effectively

Personal Attributes

Eskom is looking for candidates who are:

  • Able to work under pressure
  • Honest and reliable
  • Adaptable and proactive
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

Key Learning Areas

During the programme, learners will gain experience in:

  • Plant maintenance and engineering operations
  • Reading and interpreting technical drawings
  • Equipment measurement and diagnostics
  • Working with international engineering standards
  • Maintaining quality workmanship

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the Eskom Plant Maintenance Learnership Programme 2026, applicants must have:

  • An S4 qualification in one of the following fields:
    • Mechatronics
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Electronics (Control & Instrumentation)

Advantage:

  • Specialisation in Electrical (Power Plant)

Experience:

  • No prior work experience required

How to Apply for Eskom Plant Maintenance Learnerships 2026

Apply here online for Eskom Plant Maintenance Learnerships 2026 (X10 Posts)

Closing Date: 1 May 2026

 

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