Join Eskom’s Peaking Generation Team at Gariep Power Station

Location: Gariep, Free State
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Application Deadline: 25 November 2025

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About This Opportunity

Eskom, South Africa’s leading electricity supplier, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technician – Control & Instrumentation to join our Maintenance Department at the Gariep Power Station in the Free State. This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to work within our Peaking Generation Business Unit, playing a crucial role in ensuring the optimal reliability and availability of critical power generation infrastructure.

As a Task Grade T11 technician, you will be instrumental in maintaining and optimizing control and instrumentation systems that are vital to our nation’s energy security. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional who thrives in a technical environment and is passionate about contributing to South Africa’s power generation capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing allocated systems to ensure maximum plant reliability and availability. Your duties will include verifying that correct components, spares, and services are procured according to specifications, and assisting with modifications designed to improve plant reliability and performance.

You will play an important role in staff development by advising and assisting with training initiatives, helping to build the technical capabilities of your colleagues. Project management and contract supervision activities will form part of your responsibilities, requiring strong organizational and leadership skills. Strict compliance with the permit-to-work system is essential to maintain the highest safety standards at all times.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications:

• National Diploma or National N Diploma in a Technical field
• Completion of P1 & P2 Experiential Training
• Relevant experience in maintenance operations

Technical Knowledge & Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of National and International Engineering Codes and Standards
• Understanding of Plant fundamental policies and procedures
• Comprehensive safety knowledge and HV/LV Regulations expertise
• Quality Control proficiency
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Computer literacy
• Excellent diagnostic skills
• Effective communication capabilities

Personal Attributes:

• Integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness
• Professional approach to all tasks
• Strong team player with collaborative mindset
• Ability to motivate, coach, mentor, and develop team members
• Leadership qualities that inspire excellence

Why Join Eskom?

Eskom is committed to providing a supportive work environment where technical excellence is valued and professional development is encouraged. You will work alongside experienced professionals in a challenging yet rewarding environment, contributing directly to South Africa’s energy infrastructure.

We are dedicated to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with our employment equity plan, preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups. We actively encourage candidates with disabilities to apply.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications before 25 November 2025. Please note that if you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, your application should be considered unsuccessful.

Need Assistance?
Email: candidate.support@ci.hr
Tel: 010 140 3099

Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to this advertised position. We are committed to providing a smoke-free environment for all employees and visitors.

Take the next step in your technical career – apply today and power South Africa’s future!

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