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Eskom South Africa
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd operates major power stations across South Africa including Medupi, Matimba, Kendal, Kriel, Tutuka, Duvha, Koeberg Nuclear Power Station, and many others. With its headquarters in Megawatt Park, Sandton, Johannesburg, Eskom’s presence spans all nine provinces, managing the nation’s electricity generation, transmission, and distribution.
Popular listings include opportunities across major cities – Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, Polokwane, Nelspruit, and Kimberley – for technical, admin, and operational roles. This guide provides an overview of Eskom no-experience careers in South Africa, popular listings nationwide, latest job opportunities, employee salaries and benefits, required qualifications and skills, and how to apply.
Eskom operates extensive training programs across South Africa at various power stations and facilities nationwide, providing hands-on experience and formal qualifications leading to permanent employment opportunities.
Latest No Experience Job Opportunities in Eskom South Africa
Eskom has several no-experience openings across South Africa in all provinces, primarily through learnerships and entry-level roles. Based on the latest listings from the official careers portal and job boards:
General Worker (Distribution, Multiple Locations)
- Description: Entry-level support in maintenance and operations.
- Locations: Available nationwide including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, and other major cities.
Learnership Programme (Electrician/Fitter, Various Power Stations)
- Description: 12–24 month training program with stipend, leading to qualification.
- Locations: Multiple power stations across all provinces.
Apprenticeship (Boilermaker, Power Stations Nationwide)
- Description: No-experience training in boiler maintenance.
- Locations: Various power stations including Kendal, Matimba, Medupi, Koeberg, and others.
Admin Assistant (Major Cities)
- Description: Entry-level administrative support.
- Locations: Available in offices across South Africa.
For the most current listings, visit careers.eskom.co.za to view all available positions across South Africa.
Salary and Employee Benefits
Salaries for no-experience roles at Eskom in South Africa such as Learnerships/Apprenticeships offer ZAR 8,000–12,000/month stipend. General Workers earn ZAR 10,000–15,000/month. Based on data from Jobservicehub, PayScale, Glassdoor and Indeed.
| Job Type | Average Monthly Salary/Stipend (ZAR) | Average Annual Salary (ZAR) |
|---|---|---|
| General Worker | 10,000–15,000 | 120,000–180,000 |
| Learnership/Apprenticeship | 8,000–12,000 (stipend) | 96,000–144,000 |
| Admin Assistant | 12,000–18,000 | 144,000–216,000 |
Additional Earnings: Overtime at 1.5x rate (ZAR 1,000–3,000/month). Shift allowances for field roles (ZAR 500–1,500/month). Completion bonuses for learnerships (ZAR 5,000–10,000).
Employee Benefits: Medical aid, pension fund, paid leave (21 days/year after probation), training/certification, and potential permanent placement. Employee reviews rate benefits 4.0/5, praising development but noting physical demands.
Qualifications and Skills Required to Work at Eskom South Africa (No Experience)
No-experience roles at Eskom in South Africa are entry-level, focusing on learnerships with training provided.
Education and Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and Physical Science (minimum 40%) for learnerships/apprenticeships.
- Grade 10 minimum for General Worker.
- No formal certifications required; Eskom provides training leading to NQF qualifications.
Experience
- No prior work experience needed; designed for beginners.
How to Apply for No Experience Eskom Jobs in South Africa
To apply for no-experience Eskom jobs in South Africa, follow these steps for the secure online process.
Application Channels
1. Official Eskom Careers Portal (Primary):
- Eskom Careers Website: www.eskom.co.za
- All legitimate vacancies are posted here
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Register on the Portal
- Visit the Eskom Careers website
- Click “Register” or “Sign Up”
- Provide your email address and create a strong password
- Enter your personal details:
- Full name
- South African ID number or passport
- Mobile phone number
- Date of birth
- Upload your CV (the system will parse it automatically)
- Complete your profile information
