Distribution Electrical Apprentice

About this role

Eskom, South Africa’s state-owned electricity utility, is taking on an electrical apprentice for its Maintenance and Operations department in the Gauteng Cluster, based in Johannesburg. The apprenticeship is designed to build your skills in electrical distribution work through structured training.

What you’ll do

• Learn through formal, institutional training and hands-on work on the job.
• Work as part of a team in the maintenance and operations environment.
• Build your knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures.
• Communicate clearly and deal with colleagues and customers in a polite, professional way.
• Take part in negotiations and liaise with others when needed.
• Show integrity, professionalism and a customer-focused attitude every day.

What you need

• One of the following qualifications:
  • Grade 12 with Maths 50%, Physical Science 50% and English 40%, or
  • NCV Level 4 with Maths 50%, Science 50% and English 40%, or
  • N3 to N5 Certificate with Maths 50%, Science 50% and English 40%.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation and liaison skills are an advantage.
• A team player who is energetic, assertive and a self-starter.

Is this job for you?

This apprenticeship suits someone who has finished school or college with strong marks in maths, science and English. You should enjoy practical electrical work, learn well on the job and be comfortable talking to people.

Tips before you apply

• Have your certificates or statements of results ready, and check that your marks meet the minimum percentages for each subject.
• On your CV, list your maths, science and English marks clearly, and mention any practical or workshop work you have done.
• Give examples of times you worked well in a team or handled people politely under pressure.

Eskom encourages applications from candidates from under-represented designated groups and from people with disabilities.

Applications close on 29 October 2026.

Eskom will contact successful candidates. If you have not heard back within 28 days after the closing date, treat your application as unsuccessful.

Eskom is committed to equality and diversity. It also reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts advertised.

Eskom is a smoke-free workplace.