Eskom – Tutuka Engineer in Training 2026 (5 posts)

Eskom is inviting eligible South African applicants to apply for the Engineer in Training – Operating Department X5 at Tutuka Power Station in Standerton, Mpumalanga. Five graduates will receive institutionalised and on-the-job engineering training within the Operating Department.

Important: Quote reference eskom_006741 and select the correct training programme when applying through Eskom’s recruitment platform.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This graduate programme places completed engineering graduates in a structured learning environment connected to power-station operations. It provides practical exposure while developing the professional and interpersonal skills needed in Eskom’s operational divisions.

Applicants who pass the recruitment process may be placed within Eskom operations across its divisions. The listing does not promise permanent employment after the training period.

Programme structure and experience

• Institutionalised engineering training.
• On-the-job exposure within the Operating Department.
• Experience with power-station operational processes and procedures.
• Development of technical communication and teamwork skills.
• Learning in a regulated and safety-focused environment.

Minimum requirements

• South African citizenship.
• A fully completed BEng or BSc Engineering degree.
• Accepted disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Process, Metallurgy, Chemical or Civil Engineering.
• Availability for the recruitment and placement process.
• Ability to work at Tutuka Power Station or another assigned Eskom operation where required.

Useful skills and personal qualities

• Teamwork and clear communication.
• Integrity and professional conduct.
• Customer focus and sound interpersonal skills.
• Energy, initiative and willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures and safety requirements.
• Reliability and promptness.

Documents to prepare

• An updated engineering CV.
• South African identity document.
• Completed BEng or BSc Engineering degree certificate.
• Complete academic transcript.
• Evidence of relevant projects, practical training or vacation work.

What to include on your CV

• State your engineering discipline clearly.
• Include projects related to operations, energy, processes, production or maintenance.
• Mention laboratory, plant and practical engineering exposure.
• Highlight analytical, safety and problem-solving skills.
• List relevant technical software accurately.

Application checklist

• Confirm that you are a South African citizen.
• Confirm that your qualification matches the requirements for Engineer in Training – Operating Department X5.
• Use reference eskom_006741.
• Use the exact name of the training programme in your application.
• Upload clear and accurate supporting documents.
• Check that your cellphone number and email address are correct.
• Complete all mandatory profile and application fields.
• Submit before the closing date.

About Eskom and Tutuka Power Station

Eskom is South Africa’s public electricity utility. Tutuka Power Station is a coal-fired power-generation facility near Standerton in Mpumalanga. These learning-programme positions provide exposure to the technical and operational environment of a large power station.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply by 14 September where possible.
• Place the required qualification near the top of your CV.
• Show the exact subjects and percentages requested by the listing.
• Use the correct reference for the programme you choose.
• Do not describe school or academic projects as formal employment.
• Keep a copy or screenshot of your application confirmation.

Common application mistakes

• Applying before completing the required engineering degree.
• Failing to identify the engineering discipline.
• Using the Engineering Department reference instead of the Operating Department reference.
• Submitting a generic CV with no operational or technical examples.
• Uploading incomplete qualification documents.
• Assuming that training guarantees a permanent position.

Scam warning

Apply only through Eskom’s official careers platform.

• Do not pay anyone for an application, interview, assessment, training or placement.
• Do not share passwords, banking PINs or one-time PINs.
• Confirm that the listing reference is eskom_006741.
• Confirm that the business unit is Tutuka Power Station.
• Upload personal documents only through the secure official application process.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified on 2 September 2026 using Eskom’s live careers listing for reference eskom_006741. The listing confirms that the programme is online, based at Tutuka Power Station, offers 5 opportunities and closes on 15 September 2026.

How to apply

1. Open the official Eskom vacancy page below.
2. Confirm that the role is Engineer in Training – Operating Department X5.
3. Confirm that the reference number is eskom_006741.
4. Read the complete qualification and programme requirements.
5. Sign in to Eskom Careers or create an applicant profile.
6. Complete the application and upload the requested documents.
7. Review the application and submit it before the deadline.

Application closing date

The official closing date is 15 September 2026. Eskom notes that candidates who are not contacted within 28 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.