Infrastructure Skills Development Grant (ISDG) Graduate Programme
3-Year Fixed-Term Contract | Johannesburg, Gauteng

Are you a young, ambitious Electrical Engineering graduate ready to take your first bold step toward becoming a registered professional? City Power Johannesburg, in partnership with the National Treasury, is offering you a life-changing opportunity to build a future-proof career through the prestigious Infrastructure Skills Development Grant (ISDG) Graduate Programme.

This is not just a job — it is a structured, three-year journey designed to fast-track your professional development, equip you with hands-on industry experience, and position you for full professional registration as an engineer. As one of South Africa’s leading electricity distribution entities, City Power powers more than just homes and businesses — it powers careers.

About the Programme

The ISDG Graduate Programme forms part of City Power’s “Road to Professionalisation” initiative, a commitment to developing the next generation of skilled engineers who will shape the future of South Africa’s infrastructure. Participants will benefit from structured workplace exposure, dedicated mentorship from experienced professionals, and a learning environment that directly aligns with the requirements of professional engineering bodies.

This programme is offered in partnership with the National Treasury, reflecting a shared national vision of empowering unemployed graduates and addressing critical skills shortages in the engineering and infrastructure sectors.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for driven, passionate individuals who meet the following criteria:

• Hold a BSc or BEng degree in Electrical Engineering (NQF Level 7)
• Are currently unemployed
• Are under the age of 35
• Are a South African citizen in possession of a valid South African ID
• Have an academic background that aligns with professional registration requirements
• Hold a valid Code 08 driver’s licence (advantageous)
• Are committed to growing within a structured professional environment

Appointments will be made in alignment with the Employment Equity Act, and suitably qualified candidates from designated groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

What’s In It for You?

Joining the City Power ISDG Graduate Programme means you will:

• Gain real-world, practical engineering experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Receive professional mentorship from qualified and registered engineers
• Build the logbook hours and competencies required for ECSA registration
• Become part of a team that keeps one of South Africa’s most important cities powered and running
• Lay a solid foundation for a long and rewarding engineering career

How to Apply

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Take the first step toward shaping your future today.

📧 Email your application to: recruitment.ISDG@citypower.co.za
📋 Download application forms here:

Forms

or visit https://lnkd.in/dxkiEeBc
📞 Enquiries: 011 490 7821 / 011 490 7110

⏰ Closing Date: 04 March 2026 at 17:00

Late applications will not be considered. If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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