Engineering Assistant Lines and Servitudes

About this role

Eskom is looking for an Engineering Assistant for its Lines and Servitudes department in Gqeberha. The Southern Grid business unit runs this permanent post. The job focuses on keeping transmission lines safe, reliable and running well.

What you’ll do

• Carry out line inspections and servitude maintenance, including hardware defect repairs.
• Investigate faults on power lines.
• Help with restoration work when there is a power line emergency.
• Make sure safety, health and environmental rules are followed on every job.
• Operate, inspect and look after tools and equipment.
• Build good relationships with customers and other stakeholders.

What you need

• Trade Certificate in Electrical (Light Current/Heavy Current) at NQF 4 with 120 credits.
• Two years of experience with network and discipline-related equipment in lines and servitudes.
• Electrical or mechanical engineering knowledge, including the transmission network and basic line construction.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safety on line work, and basic knowledge of the OHS Act.
• Level 3 line construction competency authorisation and ORHVS authorisation to take handover.
• Valid driver’s licence code C1.
• Advantageous: advanced 4×4 driving skills.
• Ability to work at heights and in extreme weather conditions.
• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Good communication, teamwork and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Is this job for you?

This job suits a qualified electrical tradesperson who has worked on lines and servitudes. You should be comfortable working outdoors, at heights and in tough weather. You should also be happy to work as part of a team on safety-critical tasks.

Tips before you apply

• Have your trade certificate, authorisations and driver’s licence ready to upload as clear copies.
• Show your two years of lines and servitudes work on your CV, with the equipment you have handled and the types of tasks you completed.
• Describe any work at heights, emergency restoration or 4×4 driving you have done, with examples of safety practice.