Eskom – Tutuka Learner Artisan Programme 2026 (6 posts)

Eskom is inviting eligible South African applicants to apply for the Learner Artisan: Mechanical X2 / Electrical X2 / C&I X2 at Tutuka Power Station in Standerton, Mpumalanga. The intake includes two Mechanical, two Electrical and two Control and Instrumentation learner-artisan opportunities.

Important: Quote reference eskom_006746 and select the correct training programme when applying through Eskom’s recruitment platform.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

The learner-artisan programme provides institutionalised and on-the-job training for candidates preparing to develop trade-related skills in power-station maintenance. Applicants may qualify through school, vocational or trade-certificate routes.

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 trade-related learning.
• On-the-job training within a power-station maintenance environment.
• Exposure to Mechanical, Electrical or Control and Instrumentation work.
• Application of safety rules and technical procedures.
• Development of practical teamwork and communication skills.

Minimum requirements

• South African citizenship.
• National N6 Certificate with relevant Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics trade subjects; or
• National N4 or N5 Certificate with relevant trade subjects; or
• Grade 12 with Mathematics 50%, Physical Science 50% and English 40%; or
• N3 with Mathematics 50%, Engineering Science 50% and English 40%; or
• NCV Level 4 with Mathematics 50%, Science 50% and English 40%.

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 technical CV.
• South African identity document.
• Grade 12, N3, NCV or N4–N6 certificate, depending on the route used.
• Academic results showing relevant trade subjects and percentages.
• Copies of any workshop, technical or safety certificates.

What to include on your CV

• State whether you are applying for Mechanical, Electrical or Control and Instrumentation training.
• Show relevant trade subjects and percentages.
• Include workshop practice, practical projects and technical modules.
• Mention tools, machinery or equipment used during training.
• Highlight safety awareness and willingness to learn.

Application checklist

• Confirm that you are a South African citizen.
• Confirm that your qualification matches the requirements for Learner Artisan: Mechanical X2 / Electrical X2 / C&I X2.
• Use reference eskom_006746.
• 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

• Not identifying the preferred artisan discipline.
• Applying without one of the accepted education routes.
• Omitting relevant trade subjects or percentages.
• Using the wrong Eskom reference number.
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable certificates.
• Assuming that the portal’s internship classification means the role is a permanent job.

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_006746.
• 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_006746. The listing confirms that the programme is online, based at Tutuka Power Station, offers 6 opportunities and closes on 15 September 2026.

How to apply

1. Open the official Eskom vacancy page below.
2. Confirm that the role is Learner Artisan: Mechanical X2 / Electrical X2 / C&I X2.
3. Confirm that the reference number is eskom_006746.
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.