Graduate in Training – P&SCM Opportunity at Eskom Megawatt Park

Eskom is inviting applications for a Graduate in Training (GIT) opportunity within its Procurement and Supply Chain Management (P&SCM) department at Megawatt Park in Sunninghill. This internship is aimed at recently qualified graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience in logistics and supply chain management within the electricity and energy sector. The position carries Position/Task Grade L7 and offers market-related remuneration, with the vacancy listed as an Employment Equity opportunity. The role is suitable for candidates who have completed a relevant degree and are looking to develop their understanding of procurement and supply chain functions in a professional environment. Applications for the Graduate in Training – P&SCM position close on 8 October 2026.

The Graduate in Training programme is designed to provide structured institutionalised and on-the-job training, allowing participants to gain practical exposure while developing their professional skills. The successful candidate will be introduced to workplace responsibilities within the P&SCM function and will have an opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a practical setting. An understanding of public procurement processes and legislation and regulations relating to localisation and transformation will be important in the role. Candidates should also be prepared to work with colleagues and stakeholders while maintaining high standards of professionalism, integrity and customer focus. As no previous experience is required, the opportunity is particularly relevant to graduates seeking to build their first professional experience in logistics and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in institutionalised training as part of the Eskom Graduate in Training programme.
• Complete on-the-job training within the Procurement and Supply Chain Management function.
• Apply academic knowledge to assigned workplace and training activities.
• Develop practical exposure to procurement and supply chain management processes.
• Build an understanding of public procurement processes within the Eskom environment.
• Gain exposure to legislation and regulations that promote localisation and transformation.
• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to assigned activities.
• Maintain professional conduct and demonstrate integrity in all workplace responsibilities.
• Provide customer-focused support when interacting with internal and relevant external stakeholders.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in the workplace.
• Use sound interpersonal skills to develop effective working relationships.
• Develop and apply negotiation and liaising skills where required.
• Follow Eskom policies, procedures and relevant workplace requirements.
• Approach assigned responsibilities with a positive attitude, promptness and professionalism.
• Demonstrate initiative and a self-starter approach throughout the training programme.

Requirements and Skills

• Applicants must have a fully completed B Degree, such as a BCom, BA, BBA or equivalent qualification, in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• Candidates must be South African citizens.
• No previous work experience is required.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Knowledge of public procurement processes is important.
• An understanding of legislation and regulations that promote localisation and transformation will be advantageous.
• Good communication skills are essential.
• Sound interpersonal skills are important for effective workplace interaction.
• Negotiation skills will be beneficial.
• Liaising skills are required for communicating and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
• Candidates should demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• A customer-focused approach is expected.
• Applicants should be team players who can work effectively with colleagues.
• Politeness, promptness and energy are valuable qualities in the workplace.
• A self-starter attitude and willingness to learn are important for success in a training environment.
• Candidates should demonstrate appropriate assertiveness when carrying out assigned responsibilities.

The Graduate in Training – P&SCM opportunity at Eskom Megawatt Park provides qualified Logistics and Supply Chain Management graduates with an opportunity to gain structured workplace experience through institutionalised and on-the-job training, while developing practical knowledge of procurement, public procurement processes, localisation and transformation requirements within the electricity and energy sector; applicants should ensure they meet the qualification and South African citizenship requirements, note that no previous experience is required, and be aware that Eskom may give preference, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with its employment equity plan and targets, while candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and unsuccessful applicants who have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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