Controller Technical - Maintenance Department
Listing reference: eskom_004453
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 30 April 2026
Position summary
Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job category: Maintenance
Location: Western Cape
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Area of Specialization: To control the operations of the Generation Peaking Units and to maintain the electrical or mechanical plant.
Grading: T10
Location: Sere Windfarm - Koekenaap -Vredendal
Department: Maintenance
No of Positions: 1
Job description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform operating activities
Take out plant permits
Take out plant permits
Perform administrative duties
Maintain electrical or mechanical plant equipment
Assist with modifications
Assist with modifications
Ensure availability of correct spares and materials
Perform standby duties
Perform standby duties
Supervise contractors, Eskom employee activities during outages
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Behavioral:
Integrity
Honesty
Professionalism
Leadership:
Team player
Motivating teams
Coaching & mentoring
Integrity
Honesty
Professionalism
Leadership:
Team player
Motivating teams
Coaching & mentoring
Knowledge:
Root cause analyses
Electrical desk operations
Quality control
Project Management
Basic operating
High voltage (HV) / low voltage (LV) regulations
Plant Safety Regulations (PSR)
High voltage (HV) / low voltage (LV) regulations
Plant Safety Regulations (PSR)
Skill:
Analytical & problem solving
Communication
Computer Literacy
Supervisory
Minimum requirements
Grade 12/NCV4/NSC3 with Maths and Science at NQF4 with 120 credits plus Trade Test
or
National Certificate in Gas Power Plant Auxiliary Systems Operations at NQF4 with 120 credits applicable to gas stations
or
National Certificate in Hydro Power Plant Auxiliary Systems Operations NQF4 with 120 credits applicable to hydro stations
Related Minimum Experience:
2 years Technical Experience in maintenance environment
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disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”
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workplace.
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.”
Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the
workplace.