Youth Employment Service Opportunity (YES): Eskom

Youth Employment Service Opportunity

Reference Number: eskom_003088

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Boland Sector (Worcester), Helderberg Sector ( Grabouw, Somerset-West, Polkadraai), Overberg Sector (Caledon), Garden Route (George ) , Khayelitsha, Tableview Sector (Bellville, Kraaifontein) , West Coast Sector (Malmesbury, Vredenburg, Vredendal)

Closing Date: 12 February 2026

Introduction

The Youth Employment Service (YES) is part of the public-private initiative lead by the Presidency, to address the youth unemployment crisis in our country. Eskom is creating work opportunities for unemployed youth in South Africa. Eskom invites young South Africans, who are hungry to enter the job market, to get a chance at a life-changing first work experience in our exciting energy industry. If you meet the requirements listed, grab this opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the Retail department.

Requirements

Should not have been employed permanently with a single employer continuously for more than 1 year.
Should not be studying full time in the year of employment.
Should not have participated / registered on the YES initiative before.
Applicants will go through a recruitment process, and if successful, be placed in the Eskom operations

Behavioural

Integrity
Professionalism
Customer-focused

Minimum Requirements

Must be a South African Citizen
Aged between 18 to 34
Grade 12 or equivalent and/or post matric certificate/programme.

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”