Computer Systems Technician Opportunities at Eskom

Eskom is currently seeking qualified, motivated, and technically astute individuals for the Computer Systems Technician vacancies. This technical role offers an outstanding platform for diplomates who have completed their P1 and P2 experiential training to step into South Africa's vital energy and power infrastructure sector. As part of a dedicated technical maintenance and engineering team, the successful candidates will support plant reliability, system optimisation, and hardware and software maintenance protocols within high-standard industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain system optimisation across allocated technical systems, plant computing hardware, and industrial interfaces.
• Verify and ensure that the correct technical components, replacement spares, and diagnostic services are procured and catalogued accurately.
• Assist engineering teams with technical modifications aimed at improving plant operational safety, efficiency, and reliability.
• Supervise technical project activities and contractor tasks to ensure full compliance with internal quality and technical standards.
• Strictly adhere to and operate within occupational safety protocols, HV/LV safety regulations, and the formal Permit to Work (PTW) system.
• Advise and assist with team development, mentoring peer apprentices, and maintaining professional engineering code compliance.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for an entry-level technician / junior engineering technician role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R16,000 – R26,000 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

Why Join the Company

Joining Eskom allows technical professionals to contribute directly to the stability and modernisation of South Africa's primary energy grid. Employees benefit from rigorous technical training, structured mentoring under experienced plant engineers, exposure to high-grade industrial technology, and an inclusive workplace committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. Eskom provides an expansive foundation for long-term career progression across power generation, transmission, and operational technology disciplines.

Application Strategy (Exclusive)

To differentiate your candidacy for this technical role, implement these targeted strategies:

• Highlight P1 & P2 Projects: Explicitly detail the projects, systems, or diagnostic equipment you operated during your practical training, noting any exposure to industrial control systems or computer hardware maintenance.
• Showcase Safety & Regulations Knowledge: Mention familiarization with standard safety procedures, risk assessments, and HV/LV compliance codes to demonstrate an immediate readiness for plant operations.
• Emphasize Diagnostic Problem Solving: Detail specific instances where you identified system errors, resolved hardware or network malfunctions, or improved preventive maintenance schedules.

Interview Preparation

Candidates shortlisted for this position should prepare to answer in-depth technical and procedural questions such as:

• 'How do you approach troubleshooting an unexpected system failure while ensuring absolute compliance with safety and Permit to Work regulations?'
• 'Can you describe a challenging technical issue you diagnosed during your P1/P2 experiential training and the steps you took to resolve it?'

Candidates can refine and practice their responses using the YouthNextStep Interview Simulator.

How to Apply

Please apply using the Quick Apply button on this page. Ensure that your certified academic transcripts, National Diploma certificate, proof of P1/P2 completion, and updated CV are attached before submitting.

• National Diploma or National N Diploma in a Technical discipline (Computer Systems, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field).
• Successful completion of P1 and P2 Experiential Training.
• Demonstrated foundational or practical experience in equipment and systems maintenance.
• Sound knowledge of national and international engineering codes, safety protocols, and HV/LV regulations.
• Strong analytical ability, computer literacy, and methodical diagnostic problem-solving skills.