Eskom invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026 at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 16 September 2026
Learnership Location: Kendal Power Station, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Eskom YES Programme 2026
Eskom is offering nine Youth Employment Service (YES) opportunities within the Human Resources environment at Kendal Power Station.
The programme forms part of the national Youth Employment Service initiative aimed at helping unemployed young South Africans gain their first meaningful workplace experience.
Successful candidates will be appointed on a 12-month temporary contract.
Programme Overview
Organisation: Eskom
Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES)
Number of Opportunities: X9
Listing Reference: eskom_006965
Position / Task Grade: YY1
Business Unit: Kendal Power Station
Department: Human Resources
Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job Category: Administration
Location: Mpumalanga
Contract: Temporary
Duration: 12 months
Remuneration: Market Related
Closing Date: 16 September 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- Not have been permanently employed by one employer continuously for more than one year.
- Not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
- Not have previously participated in or registered for the YES initiative.
Skills and Competencies
Eskom is looking for candidates who can work effectively as part of a team and demonstrate integrity, professionalism and a customer-focused attitude.
Applicants should also have good communication, interpersonal, negotiation and liaison skills.
Suitable candidates should demonstrate politeness, promptness, energy, initiative and assertiveness.
What the Eskom YES Programme Offers
The YES Programme gives young people an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience within the energy industry.
Successful applicants will receive a 12-month work experience contract and may be exposed to Eskom operations while developing workplace and professional skills.
Applicants will undergo Eskom’s recruitment process before placement.
How to Apply for Eskom YES Programme 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the Eskom Careers portal.
Click here to apply for Eskom YES Programme 2026 – Kendal Power Station
Listing Reference: eskom_006965
Learnership Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
16 September 2026
Applicants should submit their applications before the closing date and ensure that they meet all YES eligibility requirements.