Job Opportunity: Learner Technician

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Salary: R211 435 – R229 914 per annum
Closing Date: 28 March 2025
Reference Number: NRG 21/25
Department: Electricity Generation and Distribution
Directorate: Energy

The City of Cape Town is looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our Learner Technician Programme in the Electricity Generation and Distribution department. This is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience and enhance your skills in a dynamic and professional environment.

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Eligibility:

(External Applicants Only)

Available Positions & Requirements:

We are offering positions in the following fields:

1. SCADA Field Services
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding).
2. Telecoms
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding) OR National N Diploma.
3. Engineering
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding).
4. Electronic Security Support Services (ESSS)
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding) OR National N Diploma.
5. High Voltage
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding).
6. Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS)
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding).
7. Protection Performance Audit and Settings
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding).
8. Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
   • National Diploma (S4) in Electrical Engineering (in-service training still outstanding).

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Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) pre-commissioning testing, maintenance testing, audits, and fault repairs on Power System Remote Terminal Units (RTUs).
• Support teams in high-voltage network maintenance and testing.
• Gain practical exposure to telecoms, engineering, and electronic security support services.
• Contribute to protection performance audits and settings.
• Work within the Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) fields.

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Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical knowledge and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

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How to Apply:

If you meet the above requirements and are eager to gain hands-on experience in your field, apply today! Submit your CV, certified copies of your qualifications, and a cover letter before the closing date: 28 March 2025.

Join us and be part of Cape Town’s energy future!

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