Senior Plant Operator X7

Listing reference: eskom_002343
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 9 January 2026
Position summary
Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing
Location: Limpopo
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Position: Senior Plant Operator X7 (Matimba Power Station) Position/Task Grade: T07 Area of specialization: To operate, monitor and inspect in accordance with laid down instructions and procedures. Department: Operating Business Unit: Matimba power station Location: Lephalale Reference Number: 50887569 SZ Mat Gx Closing Date: 09.01.2026
Job description

     Minimum Requirement 

 Qualification(s):

·       Grade 12 or N3 with maths and science plus NQF 4 National certificate in fossil power plant operation 

 Related Minimum Experience:

·       2 years’ learner plant operator /plant operator experience 

   Skills and Competencies Required: 

     Knowledge 

·       Flip defect and log written skills

·        Fire fighting

     Skills 

·       Computer literacy

·       Communication  

  Key Responsibilities 

·       Perform routine plant checks.

·       Prepare plant for service.

·       Prepare plant operating activities.

·       Form part of the fire and rescue team as requested.

·       Perform any other legitimate activities as required. 

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 “If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.” 

“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

Minimum requirements

·       Minimum Requirement 

·       Qualification(s):

·       Grade 12 or N3 with maths and science plus NQF 4 National certificate in fossil power plant operation 

·       Related Minimum Experience:

·       2 years’ learner plant operator /plant operator experience

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