About the Employer

Eskom, South Africa's public electricity utility, is recruiting unemployed young South Africans through its Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme. The initiative provides valuable workplace experience through 12-month fixed-term contracts across various Eskom operations.

The programme forms part of the national YES initiative aimed at helping young people gain meaningful work experience and improve their future employment prospects.

Job Overview

Available Opportunities

Eskom is recruiting for multiple YES positions, including:

• Procurement & Supply Chain Management (x106)
• Administration
• Human Capital Management
• Finance
• General Administrative Support

Power stations and offices include:

• Majuba
• Tutuka
• Arnot
• Camden
• Grootvlei
• Kendal
• Komati
• Kriel
• Matla
• Lethabo
• Megawatt Park (Sunninghill)

…and other Eskom operations nationwide.

What You'll Do

Successful YES participants may:

• Perform administrative duties.
• Support finance and procurement teams.
• Assist Human Resources departments.
• Capture and maintain records.
• Support daily office operations.
• Gain valuable workplace experience.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens.
• Be between 18 and 34 years old.
• Have Grade 12 (Matric) or an equivalent qualification.
• Be unemployed.
• Not be studying full-time during the programme.
• Not have participated in the YES Programme before.
• Not have been permanently employed by one employer for more than one year.

Skills You'll Need

• Communication skills
• Teamwork
• Professionalism
• Customer service
• Computer literacy
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Self-motivation

Why You Should Apply

Successful applicants will receive:

• 12 months of paid work experience
• Exposure to one of South Africa's largest employers
• Practical workplace training
• Career development opportunities
• Professional references
• Improved employability

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• Available Locations
• Opportunities are available in:
• Gauteng
• Mpumalanga
• Free State
• Including locations such as:
• Sunninghill
• Standerton
• Kriel
• Deneysville
• Various Eskom Power Stations

• How to Apply
• Applications must be submitted online through the official Eskom Careers website.
• Choose the vacancy that matches your preferred location and submit your application before the relevant closing date.
• CLICK HERE TO APPLY

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Who can apply?
  South African citizens aged 18–34 who meet the YES Programme requirements.
• How long is the programme?
  12 months.
• Do I need experience?
  No previous work experience is required.
• Can I apply if I previously participated in YES?
  No.
• Do I need Matric?
  Yes. Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification is required.

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