Eskom invites suitably qualified South African applicants to apply for the Learner Technicians in Training Programme 2026 in Non-Destructive Testing.
Internship Application Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Internship Location: Eskom Research and Innovation Centre (ERIC), Gauteng, with possible placement at Eskom Power Stations in Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Gauteng, South Africa
Eskom Learner Technicians in Training Programme 2026
Eskom is offering Learner Technician in Training opportunities within its Materials and Plant Integrity Department under the GX Head Office Engineering Business Unit.
Successful applicants will undergo Eskom’s recruitment process and may be placed within Eskom Operations across its divisions.
Internship Programme Overview
Organisation: Eskom
Programme: Learner Technicians in Training – Non-Destructive Testing
Listing Reference: eskom_006528
Task Grade: TR2
Business Unit: GX HO Engineering
Department: Materials and Plant Integrity
Contract: Internship
Remuneration: Market Related
Employment Equity Position: Yes
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications in Non-Destructive Testing:
- S4.
- S5.
- Diploma.
The qualification must be relevant to Non-Destructive Testing (NDT).
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have an S4, S5 or Diploma in Non-Destructive Testing.
- Be prepared to undergo Eskom’s recruitment and selection process.
- Be willing to be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions if successful.
The supplied advert does not specify a minimum work-experience requirement.
Placement Locations
The programme is linked to:
Eskom Research and Innovation Centre (ERIC), Gauteng Province
Successful applicants may also be allocated and based at various Eskom Power Stations within:
- Gauteng.
- Mpumalanga.
- Limpopo.
Applicants should therefore be prepared for placement outside the initial Gauteng location.
Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Communication skills.
- Sound interpersonal skills.
- Negotiation skills.
- Liaising skills.
Behavioural Competencies
Eskom is looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Integrity.
- Professionalism.
- Customer focus.
- Ability to work as a team player.
Personal Attributes
Applicants should be:
- Polite.
- Prompt.
- Energetic.
- Self-starters.
- Assertive.
Knowledge Requirements
Applicants should have or develop knowledge of:
Eskom policies and procedures.
How to Apply for Eskom Learner Technicians in Training 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the Eskom careers portal.
Click here to apply for Eskom Learner Technicians in Training 2026 – Non-Destructive Testing
Applicants should complete the online application and provide all information requested on the Eskom recruitment system.
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
31 August 2026
Applicants should submit their applications before the closing date.
Important Application Notes
- The opportunity is for Learner Technicians in Training specialising in Non-Destructive Testing.
- Applicants must be South African citizens.
- An S4, S5 or Diploma in Non-Destructive Testing is required.
- Remuneration is advertised as Market Related.
- The position is an Employment Equity position.
- Applicants may initially be linked to ERIC in Gauteng but can be placed at Eskom Power Stations in Gauteng, Mpumalanga or Limpopo.
- Applications close on 31 August 2026.