Engineer Professional: Risk and Reliability

Location: Limpopo
Job Type: Full-Time
Field: Engineering / Technical

Company Overview

Eskom produces approximately 95% of the electricity used in South Africa and nearly 45% of the electricity used across the African continent. We generate, transmit, and distribute power to industrial, mining, commercial, agricultural, and residential customers. We are currently expanding our infrastructure with new power stations and major power lines to meet the country’s growing energy needs.

Role Description

We are seeking a professional engineer to focus on Risk and Reliability. In this role, you will ensure that our plant operations are efficient, reliable, and continuously improving. You will be responsible for solving technical problems, managing projects, and providing expert advice to the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Improve and maintain the performance of assigned plant equipment.
• Identify technical issues and develop effective solutions.
• Oversee plant modifications and manage engineering projects from start to finish.
• Offer technical support and guidance to colleagues.

Requirements

• Education: A B.Sc. or B.Eng. degree in Engineering (NQF level 8).
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant engineering experience or completion of a 2-year graduate training program.
• Registration: Professional registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Candidate Engineer.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Knowledge:

• Familiarity with national and international engineering standards.
• Understanding of root cause analysis and research methods.
• Knowledge of engineering policies and governance.

Professional Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in computer systems and financial decision-making.
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to work well in a team.

Personal Attributes:

• A high level of integrity and honesty.
• Professionalism and trustworthiness in all tasks.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please submit your application through the official Eskom careers portal.

Application Deadline: 3 March 2026