Technician: Secondary Plant Opportunity at Eskom

Eskom SOC Ltd is looking to appoint a motivated Technician for the Secondary Plant team within the Apollo and Centralized Services business unit at Simmerpan, Germiston. This critical engineering support role focuses on maintaining and operating secondary plant installations to guarantee the uninterrupted, safe, and efficient transmission of electrical power across the regional energy grid.

Assigned to the DC Workshop and Secondary Plant team, the successful candidate will perform hands-on maintenance, execution of direct current (DC) related operational projects, and diagnostic support. Working under the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) structures, this position offers an exceptional career launchpad for technically qualified individuals eager to apply their technical acumen within power utility engineering.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Maintain and inspect secondary plant equipment to ensure optimum performance and continuous quality of power supply.
• Execute direct current (DC) battery, charger installation, and maintenance projects in line with operational requirements.
• Contribute directly to the updating and data integrity of maintenance and asset management databases.
• Perform standardized fault finding, troubleshooting, and diagnostic investigations on secondary electrical systems.
• Adhere rigorously to safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) standards and regulatory statutory guidelines.
• Participate actively in emergency preparedness routines, standby operations, and system restoration activities.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

Applicants must demonstrate a disciplined safety-first mindset combined with sound diagnostic and analytical reasoning skills. The role demands emotional resilience, teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to operational integrity when working with high-voltage and DC infrastructure. Strong interpersonal skills, clear verbal communication, and the practical capability to work at heights using fall arrest systems are crucial attributes for daily workshop and substation tasks.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

Working directly with seasoned power transmission specialists provides unparalleled technical mentorship. Successful candidates will gain hands-on proficiency in grid operational technology (OT), operating regulations for high-voltage systems (ORHVS), and power engineering practices. This practical environment fosters continuous growth toward senior technician, plant specialist, or maintenance supervisory roles within the electrical utility sector.

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 to junior electrical engineering technician role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R18,000 – R28,000 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.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Applications must be lodged through the official Eskom Careers portal quoting reference number eskom_007676. The application window closes promptly on 09 November 2026. Ensure that your application includes an updated CV detailing your academic transcripts, P1/P2 training records, and relevant technical competencies.

• National Diploma or National N Diploma in Technical / Electrical Engineering at NQF Level 6 (minimum 240 credits)
• Completed P1 and P2 in-service training or relevant technical experience within the electrical grids business
• Basic understanding of Secondary Plant systems, DC battery systems, and charger installations
• Basic knowledge of transmission network plant systems, statutory safety regulations, and ORHVS standards
• Valid driver's license and capability to safely use fall arrest equipment