Eskom, South Africa’s leading power utility, invites unemployed South African youth to apply for its 2025 Learner Plant Operator Apprenticeship Programme. This exciting opportunity is open at Lethabo Power Station in Deneysville, Free State, and is aimed at young people who are ready to start a career in the energy industry. The closing date for applications is 4 November 2025.
If you’ve always dreamed of working at Eskom and being part of the team that keeps the lights on across South Africa, this is your chance to gain valuable skills and real-world experience in one of the country’s most important industries.
Eskom’s Generation Division is offering 20 learnership positions for motivated and dedicated young people who want to train as Plant Operators. The programme is based within the Human Resources Department at Lethabo Power Station and gives learners both classroom training and on-the-job experience in the Operating Department.
Through this programme, successful candidates will be trained to handle the daily operations of power generation equipment safely and efficiently. You’ll learn how South Africa’s electricity generation systems work and gain essential knowledge to build a future career in the energy and engineering fields.
Eskom has designed this learnership to prepare participants for skilled roles in its operations. The company is not only offering training but also creating opportunities for young South Africans to become part of a growing workforce that helps power the nation.
Applicants must meet one of the following qualification options to be eligible for this learnership:
Option 1: Grade 12 (Matric) with:
Option 2: N3 Certificate with:
Option 3: NCV Level 4 with:
Option 4: National N4/N5 Certificate with Trade Subjects
Option 5: National N6 Certificate with Trade Subjects
Option 6: National Diploma, BTech, BEng, or BSc Engineering in a relevant field
Experience:
This makes the programme perfect for school leavers and recent graduates who want to start their professional journey in the power generation industry.
Eskom is looking for learners who are responsible, motivated, and eager to learn. The ideal candidate will have the following traits:
Leadership Skills:
Behavioural Qualities:
Knowledge:
Essential Skills:
Personal Attributes:
Eskom values people who take initiative and show a positive attitude toward learning. If you have these traits, you’ll fit perfectly into the programme’s culture of teamwork, safety, and professional growth.
Eskom’s learnership programmes are widely recognized across South Africa. Completing one successfully can greatly improve your chances of getting hired permanently or finding other opportunities within the energy sector.
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications before 4 November 2025. You can apply in one of the following ways:
1. Hand Delivery:
Deliver your detailed CV, certified copy of your ID, and certified copies of your qualifications to:
Lethabo Power Station Security Gate, Deneysville, Free State
2. Online Support or Enquiries:
If you have questions or need help submitting your application, email:
candidate.support@ci.hr
Make sure your documents are neatly prepared, clearly certified, and easy to read. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered, so apply as soon as possible.
This is more than just a job opportunity — it’s a chance to be part of South Africa’s most essential company. Through this programme, you’ll gain real experience in one of the country’s largest power stations while learning from skilled professionals who keep Eskom running.
You’ll learn how power plants operate, develop strong problem-solving abilities, and understand how teamwork and safety are key to every operation. Many learners who start with Eskom go on to build long and successful careers in the energy industry.
If you’re a young person who loves technical work, is passionate about engineering, and wants to play a role in powering South Africa’s future, this opportunity is made for you.
Closing Date: 4 November 2025
Take charge of your career path today — apply for the Eskom Learner Plant Operator Learnership 2025 and gain the skills, confidence, and experience to shine in the energy sector. Don’t wait until the last moment — the future starts now.
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