Graduate in Training Procurement and Supply Chain Management Opportunity at Eskom Grootvlei Power Station

Eskom is inviting applications for its Graduate in Training – Procurement and Supply Chain Management opportunity at Grootvlei Power Station in Balfour, Mpumalanga. This internship is designed for suitably qualified South African graduates who want to develop their careers in procurement, supply chain management, logistics, transport or commerce. The position falls within the electricity, energy and water supply industry and offers market-related remuneration, providing graduates with an opportunity to gain practical workplace exposure within one of South Africa’s major energy organisations.

The successful Graduate in Training will participate in structured institutionalised and on-the-job training to develop practical knowledge and professional capabilities relevant to procurement and supply chain management. The programme is intended to help graduates connect their academic qualifications with workplace experience while learning about Eskom’s policies, procedures and operational environment. Candidates will need to demonstrate professionalism, integrity, good communication and a customer-focused approach while working with colleagues and other stakeholders.

This Eskom Procurement and Supply Chain Management graduate programme is suitable for applicants who have completed a relevant degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transport or Commerce. Successful applicants will undergo Eskom’s recruitment process and may be placed within Eskom Operations across different divisions. Candidates should be energetic, organised, polite and confident in their ability to communicate, negotiate and build effective working relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in institutionalised training and practical on-the-job learning provided by Eskom.
• Develop an understanding of procurement and supply chain management practices within Eskom’s operational environment.
• Apply relevant academic knowledge to workplace learning activities and assigned responsibilities.
• Develop practical knowledge of Eskom’s policies, procedures and operational requirements.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork and contribute positively to shared objectives.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues and relevant stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships through sound interpersonal and liaison skills.
• Develop negotiation skills relevant to procurement and supply chain activities.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach when interacting with internal stakeholders and supporting operational requirements.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism throughout the training programme.
• Approach assigned tasks with promptness, politeness and a willingness to learn.
• Take initiative when completing responsibilities and demonstrate an energetic, self-starting attitude.
• Build the professional capabilities required to work effectively within procurement, logistics and supply chain environments.
• Remain adaptable to placement and training requirements within Eskom Operations across its divisions.

Requirements and Skills

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Fully completed degree in one of the following fields:
  • BCom or BA in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
  • Procurement.
  • Supply Chain Management.
  • Logistics.
  • Transport.
  • Commerce.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• High standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Customer-focused attitude.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Effective liaison and relationship-building skills.
• Polite and professional conduct.
• Ability to respond promptly to tasks and responsibilities.
• Energetic and proactive approach to work.
• Self-starter mindset and willingness to take initiative.
• Assertiveness when communicating appropriately and handling workplace responsibilities.
• Willingness to participate in structured training and practical workplace learning.
• Ability to learn and comply with Eskom’s policies and procedures.

The Graduate in Training – Procurement and Supply Chain Management opportunity at Eskom’s Grootvlei Power Station in Balfour, Mpumalanga, offers qualified graduates an opportunity to gain valuable workplace exposure and develop their professional skills in procurement and supply chain management. Applicants must have completed a relevant degree and be South African citizens, and successful candidates may be placed within Eskom Operations across different divisions following the recruitment process. Applications must be submitted online by 19 October 2026, and applicants must quote the relevant reference number, eskom_007356, and the training programme they are applying for. Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity, encourages applications from people with disabilities, and reserves the right not to make an appointment; candidates who have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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