Eskom Electrical Apprenticeships 2026 / 2027: Artisan Training in Five Provinces
Eskom is recruiting electrical apprentices for a three-year Artisan Training Programme across Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and Northern Cape.
The programme combines institutional training with practical on-the-job experience in electrical maintenance and operations, helping apprentices build the competencies required to work toward a recognised Trade Test Certificate.
Closing dates range from 13 November to 17 November 2026, depending on the province.
What does the Eskom Electrical Apprenticeship offer?
Successful applicants will enter a structured three-year apprenticeship.
The programme includes:
- Institutional electrical training
- Practical workplace training
- Exposure to maintenance and operations
- Artisan development
- Electrical technical experience
- Workplace safety exposure
- Preparation toward a Trade Test Certificate
The programme is suited to applicants who want to build a technical career in the electricity and power-distribution environment.
Where are the apprenticeships available?
Current opportunities are available in:
- Limpopo
- Mpumalanga
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Free State
- Northern Cape
Qualification requirements differ between provinces, so applicants should check the criteria for the specific listing they want to apply for.
Electrical Apprenticeships in Limpopo
Eskom is offering five Electrical Apprentice positions in Limpopo under Maintenance and Operations within the Limlanga Cluster.
Successful apprentices may be placed in:
- Mokopane
- Jane Furse
- Moletjie
- Marken
- Siloam
Reference: eskom_007685
Task Grade: L5
Number of opportunities: 5
Closing date: 17 November 2026
What qualifications are accepted in Limpopo?
Applicants need one of the following routes.
Technical Matric
You need:
- Mathematics with at least 50%
- Engineering Science with at least 50%
- English with at least 40%
- Electrical Trade Theory
N3 Electrical Engineering
You need:
- Mathematics with at least 50%
- Engineering Science with at least 50%
- Electrotechnology with at least 50%
- Industrial Electronics with at least 50%
NCV Level 4
You need:
- Electrical Principles and Practice with at least 50%
- Mathematics with at least 50%
- English with at least 50%
No previous work experience is required for the Limpopo opportunity.
Limpopo: Click here to apply for Eskom Electrical Apprenticeships 2026 / 2027
Electrical Apprenticeships in Mpumalanga
Eskom is also offering five Electrical Apprentice positions in Mpumalanga within Maintenance and Operations in the Limlanga Cluster.
Potential placement areas include:
- KwaMhlanga
- Kameelnek
- Mayflower
- Barberton
- Jerusalema
Reference: eskom_007680
Number of opportunities: 5
Closing date: 17 November 2026
What qualifications are accepted in Mpumalanga?
Applicants need one of the following.
Technical Matric
You need:
- Pure Mathematics with at least 50%
- Engineering Science with at least 50%
- English with at least 40%
- Electrical Trade Theory
N3 Electrical Engineering
You need:
- Mathematics with at least 50%
- Engineering Science with at least 50%
- Electrotechnology with at least 50%
- Industrial Electronics with at least 50%
NCV Level 4
You need:
- Electrical Principles and Practice with at least 50%
- Mathematics with at least 50%
- English with at least 50%
No previous work experience is required for the Mpumalanga positions.
Mpumalanga: Click here to apply for Eskom Electrical Apprenticeships 2026 / 2027
Electrical Apprenticeships in KwaZulu-Natal
The KwaZulu-Natal opportunity falls under Eskom Distribution within the CentralEast Cluster and focuses on Electrical Heavy Current.
Reference: eskom_007569
Task Grade: TR05
Closing date: 16 November 2026
What qualifications are required in KwaZulu-Natal?
Applicants need one of the following:
- Technical Matric with technical subjects
or
N3 Electrical Engineering Heavy Current
With:
- Mathematics at 50% or above
- Engineering Science at 50% or above
or
NCV Level 4
With:
- Engineering Science at 50% or above
- Electrical Engineering at 50% or above
- Engineering Drawing at 50% or above
KwaZulu-Natal: Click here to apply for Eskom Electrical Apprenticeships 2026 / 2027
Electrical Apprenticeships in Free State
The Free State apprenticeship is also part of Eskom Distribution within the CentralEast Cluster and focuses on Electrical Heavy Current.
Reference: eskom_007665
Task Grade: TR05
Closing date: 16 November 2026
What qualifications are required in Free State?
Applicants need one of the following:
- Technical Matric with technical subjects
or
N3 Electrical Engineering Heavy Current
With:
- Mathematics at 50% or above
- Engineering Science at 50% or above
or
NCV Level 4
With:
- Engineering Science at 50% or above
- Electrical Engineering at 50% or above
- Engineering Drawing at 50% or above
Free State: Click here to apply for Eskom Electrical Apprenticeships 2026 / 2027
Electrical Apprenticeships in Northern Cape
The Northern Cape opportunity falls under Maintenance and Operations in the GEMMA Cluster.
Successful apprentices may be based at:
- Colesberg CNC
- Carnarvon CNC
- De Aar CNC
- Petrusville CNC
- Kimberley PPM
Reference: eskom_007643
Task Grade: TR05
Closing date: 13 November 2026
What qualifications are required in Northern Cape?
Applicants need one of the following.
N3 Electrical Engineering
You need:
- At least four subjects
or
Grade 12 plus N2 Electrical
You need:
- Mathematics at 50% or above
- Physical Science at 50% or above
- English at 40% or above
- N2 Electrical
or
Technical Grade 12
With:
- Electrical Engineering subjects
Northern Cape: Click here to apply for Eskom Electrical Apprenticeships 2026 / 2027
What skills is Eskom looking for?
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Good verbal communication
- Good written communication
- Self-discipline
- Motivation
- Emotional resilience
- Safety awareness
- Responsibility
- Commitment
- Computer literacy
Electrical work requires discipline and strong safety awareness because apprentices will train in technical operational environments.
What will you learn during the apprenticeship?
The programme is designed to build practical electrical artisan skills through both formal and workplace training.
Depending on the placement, apprentices may gain exposure to:
- Electrical maintenance
- Power-distribution operations
- Technical inspections
- Electrical equipment
- Fault-related work
- Workplace safety
- Maintenance procedures
- Operational standards
The ultimate goal is to develop the competencies required for artisan qualification and Trade Test readiness.
Is previous work experience required?
For the Limpopo and Mpumalanga opportunities, no previous work experience is required.
Applicants for the other provinces should focus carefully on the qualification and subject requirements attached to the relevant vacancy.
What are the apprenticeship details?
Employer: Eskom
Programme: Electrical Artisan Training Programme 2026 / 2027
Discipline: Electrical
Programme duration: Three years
Contract type: Apprenticeship
Remuneration: Market related
Locations: Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and Northern Cape
Closing dates: 13 November to 17 November 2026
What are the closing dates by province?
Northern Cape: 13 November 2026
KwaZulu-Natal: 16 November 2026
Free State: 16 November 2026
Limpopo: 17 November 2026
Mpumalanga: 17 November 2026
How do you apply?
Applications must be submitted for the specific Eskom apprenticeship listing in the province where you want to be considered.
Use the correct reference number:
- Limpopo: eskom_007685
- Mpumalanga: eskom_007680
- KwaZulu-Natal: eskom_007569
- Free State: eskom_007665
- Northern Cape: eskom_007643
Before applying, confirm that your qualification and subject results match the requirements for that province, and make sure all academic information is entered accurately.
Applicants who experience technical problems with the recruitment process can contact:
