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Eskom Youth Employment Service (YES) X9 – 2026| Apply Now

Apply for Eskom YES X9 youth jobs in Mpumalanga. Grade 12 and ages 18–34 required. Gain 12 months’ work experience. Apply by 16 Sep 2026.

Eskom YES X9 Youth Employment Service

Eskom is offering Youth Employment Service (YES) X9 opportunities for young South Africans who want to gain valuable workplace experience and enter the energy industry.

The position is based at Kendal Power Station in Mpumalanga, within the Human Resources department. Successful applicants will receive a 12-month temporary contract and may be placed in Eskom Operations across different divisions.

The Eskom YES programme forms part of a public-private initiative aimed at addressing youth unemployment by providing young people with meaningful first-work experience.

Youth Employment Service Job Details

  • Position: Youth Employment Service (YES) X9
  • Listing Reference: eskom_006965
  • Position/Task Grade: YY1
  • Department: Human Resources
  • Business Unit: Kendal Power Station
  • Location: Mpumalanga
  • Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
  • Job Category: Administration
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Remuneration: Market-related
  • Closing Date: 16 September 2026
  • EE Position: No

Eskom Youth Employment Service Requirements

To qualify for the Eskom Youth Employment Service X9 Youth Jobs opportunity, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Be between 18 and 34 years old.
  • Have Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
  • Applicants should not have been permanently employed by one employer continuously for more than one year.
  • Applicants must not be studying full-time during the year of employment.
  • Applicants must not have previously participated in or registered for the YES initiative.

Candidates will undergo a recruitment process. Successful applicants may be placed in Eskom Operations across its divisions.

Skills and Competencies

Eskom is looking for young people who demonstrate professionalism, energy and a willingness to learn.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

  • Good communication skills
  • Sound interpersonal skills
  • Liaising skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Customer-focused approach

Personal Attributes

  • Polite and professional
  • Prompt and reliable
  • Energetic
  • Self-starter
  • Assertive
  • Honest and committed to integrity
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team

Knowledge

  • Basic knowledge of Eskom policies and procedures

What the Eskom Youth Employment Service Offers

The Eskom YES opportunity provides unemployed youth with an opportunity to:

  • Gain 12 months of practical work experience.
  • Develop workplace and administration skills.
  • Build professional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Gain exposure to the electricity and energy industry.
  • Develop an understanding of workplace policies and procedures.
  • Gain experience within a large South African organisation.
  • Improve their future employment prospects through valuable work experience.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is particularly suited to unemployed South African youth aged 18–34 with Grade 12 who have not previously participated in the YES initiative and are looking for their first meaningful workplace experience.

Applicants should be energetic, professional, customer-focused and prepared to work as part of a team.

How to Apply for Eskom YES X9

Applications must be submitted through the Eskom careers application portal before the closing date.

Closing Date: 16 September 2026

Applicants should ensure that their information and CV are accurately captured on the Eskom recruitment system before submitting their application.

For assistance with the advert, contact:

Email: recuitmentgx@eskom.co.za

Important Information

  • The YES opportunity is a 12-month temporary employment opportunity.
  • Applicants must meet the specified age and citizenship requirements.
  • Applicants who have previously participated in the YES initiative are not eligible.
  • Full-time students in the year of employment are not eligible.
  • Eskom may place successful candidates in Operations across its divisions.
  • If you are not contacted within 28 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
  • Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  • Employment equity and diversity considerations may apply in the selection process.

Start Your Eskom Career

If you are a young South African with Grade 12 looking for an opportunity to gain practical experience, the Eskom YES X9 Youth Jobs programme could provide an important first step into the workplace.

Apply before 16 September 2026 and take the opportunity to build valuable work experience with Eskom.

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