Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X18 Programme 2026

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Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X18 Programme 2026 – Human Resources | Kendal Power Station, Mpumalanga

Eskom is accepting applications for 18 Youth Employment Service (YES) positions within the Human Resources Department at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga. This 12-month fixed-term opportunity is aimed at unemployed South African youth who are eager to gain practical workplace experience and improve their employability.

The YES Programme forms part of a national initiative led by the Presidency to tackle youth unemployment by providing young people with meaningful work exposure across various industries. Successful applicants will join one of South Africa’s largest and most respected energy utilities, gaining valuable experience in a professional environment.

Job Details

  • Employer: Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd
  • Programme: Youth Employment Service (YES) X18
  • Reference Number: eskom_005893
  • Department: Human Resources
  • Business Unit: Kendal Power Station
  • Job Category: Administration
  • Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
  • Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 Months)
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Closing Date: 29 July 2026

About the Programme

The Eskom YES Programme is designed to provide unemployed youth with their first formal work experience. During the 12-month placement, participants will work alongside experienced professionals while developing workplace skills that can enhance future career opportunities.

This programme is particularly beneficial for young people who have little or no work experience and are looking to build a strong foundation for future employment.

What You Will Gain

Successful participants can expect to:

  • Gain practical work experience in a corporate environment.
  • Learn professional workplace etiquette.
  • Improve communication and teamwork skills.
  • Develop administrative and organisational abilities.
  • Build confidence in a professional setting.
  • Strengthen their CV with recognised work experience.
  • Network with experienced professionals.
  • Increase future employment opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Be between 18 and 34 years of age.
  • Have Grade 12 (Matric) or an equivalent qualification.
  • Be unemployed at the time of application.
  • Not be studying full-time during the programme.
  • Not have worked permanently for one employer for more than one continuous year.
  • Not have participated in or registered for the YES Programme previously.

Required Skills and Competencies

Eskom is looking for candidates who demonstrate:

Leadership

  • Ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Willingness to learn and contribute.

Behavioural Competencies

  • Integrity.
  • Professionalism.
  • Customer service orientation.
  • Positive work ethic.
  • Reliability.

Knowledge

  • Basic understanding of Eskom’s policies and procedures will be advantageous.

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Good negotiation and influencing abilities.
  • Relationship-building and liaison skills.
  • Time management.
  • Basic computer literacy (advantageous).

Personal Attributes

  • Energetic and enthusiastic.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Assertive.
  • Polite and respectful.
  • Punctual and dependable.
  • Able to work under supervision and independently.
  • Willing to learn new skills.

Why Work at Eskom?

Eskom is one of South Africa’s largest employers and has once again been recognised as a Top Employer South Africa 2026. Employees and programme participants benefit from:

  • Exposure to one of the country’s leading energy organisations.
  • Structured workplace learning.
  • A professional and inclusive working environment.
  • Opportunities to develop practical and transferable skills.
  • Experience that enhances future job prospects.

Recruitment Process

Applications will be screened against the advertised requirements.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in:

  • Document verification.
  • Interviews.
  • Assessments (where applicable).
  • Employment checks before placement.

Successful applicants will be placed within Eskom operations according to organisational requirements.

Employment Equity

Eskom is committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion. Preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan. Persons living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Important Notes

  • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
  • If you do not receive feedback within 28 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
  • Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • Eskom maintains a smoke-free working environment.

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