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

Eskom is inviting applications for four Graduate in Training positions in Procurement and Supply Chain Management at Matimba Power Station in Lephalale, Limpopo. This internship opportunity is aimed at South African graduates who have completed a BCom or BA degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management and want to gain practical workplace experience within the electricity, energy and water supply industry. The programme offers market-related remuneration and provides an opportunity to develop professional skills within one of South Africa’s major energy organisations.

The successful candidates will join the Human Resource Department at Matimba Power Station and receive institutionalised and on-the-job training. Applicants will first go through Eskom’s recruitment process. Those who are successful may be placed within Eskom Operations across its divisions. This provides graduates with an opportunity to gain exposure to the organisation’s operational environment, understand its procurement and supply chain processes and develop their professional capabilities through structured workplace learning.

To qualify, applicants must have a fully completed BCom or BA degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management and must be South African citizens. Eskom is looking for individuals who can communicate effectively, work well with others and demonstrate professionalism in the workplace. Good interpersonal, negotiation and liaison skills are important. Candidates should also be energetic, organised, self-motivated and willing to learn while following Eskom’s policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in institutionalised training to develop knowledge and practical skills relevant to procurement and supply chain management.
• Complete on-the-job training and gain practical workplace exposure within Eskom Operations.
• Develop an understanding of procurement and supply chain management activities within Eskom.
• Build knowledge of the organisation’s operational environment and the procedures that guide its activities.
• Apply relevant academic knowledge to workplace learning and assigned training activities.
• Develop professional communication skills when interacting with colleagues and other relevant stakeholders.
• Use interpersonal and liaison skills to build effective working relationships across the organisation.
• Apply negotiation skills appropriately when dealing with workplace activities and stakeholder interactions.
• Work collaboratively with team members and contribute positively to the working environment.
• Demonstrate a customer-focused approach when carrying out assigned responsibilities.
• Follow Eskom’s policies, procedures and workplace requirements.
• Maintain professional conduct and demonstrate integrity when handling workplace responsibilities.
• Take initiative, show enthusiasm and participate actively in the training programme.
• Develop the ability to work confidently and responsibly within a professional organisational environment.

Requirements and Skills

• Must have a fully completed BCom or BA degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must be willing to participate in institutionalised and on-the-job training.
• Must be a team player who can work effectively with colleagues.
• Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• Must have a customer-focused attitude.
• Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures is important.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must demonstrate sound interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with others.
• Must have negotiation skills.
• Must have good liaison skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Must demonstrate politeness and professionalism when dealing with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Must be prompt and responsible when handling assigned tasks.
• Must be energetic and willing to participate actively in workplace activities.
• Must be a self-starter who can take initiative and show a willingness to learn.
• Must demonstrate assertiveness and confidence when carrying out responsibilities.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and contribute towards shared objectives.

The Eskom Graduate in Training Procurement and Supply Chain Management opportunity offers four successful graduates the chance to gain practical experience and workplace training at Matimba Power Station in Lephalale, Limpopo. The internship falls under the Human Resource Department and offers market-related remuneration. Applicants must have a completed BCom or BA degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management and must be South African citizens. The listing reference is eskom_007805, and applicants must quote the correct reference number and training programme when submitting their applications. The advertised closing date is 20 November 2026. Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. Preference may be given, but is not limited to, candidates from under-represented designated groups in line with its employment equity plan and targets. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Eskom also maintains a smoke-free environment for employees and visitors at the workplace.

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