Eskom Controller Water Treatment Plant Jobs in South Africa

Eskom is recruiting for a Controller Water Treatment Plant post at Duvha Power Station in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, listed as Witbank, as advertised on its official careers portal. The closing date is 6 November 2026. This is a permanent role at Position/Task Grade T09, and the remuneration is described as Market Related.

About the company and the work

Eskom generates, transmits and distributes electricity in South Africa. In this role, the controller runs the water treatment plant production process that supports power station operations, working safely and to Eskom and legal standards. The work sits in Engineering – Chemical Services at Duvha Power Station.

Role details

• Position: Controller Water Treatment Plant, Position/Task Grade T09
• Location: Witbank, listed as Emalahleni, Mpumalanga
• Business unit: Duvha Power Station, Department: Engineering – Chemical Services
• Contract type: Permanent
• Remuneration: Market Related
• Listing reference: eskom_007577
• Closing date: 6 November 2026
• Key responsibilities: operate the water treatment plant process; comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Eskom regulations; perform supervisory duties; and coach and mentor employees.

Requirements

• Grade 12, NCV4, NSC3 or N3 with Maths, Science and Languages, or a Further Education and Training Certificate in Water and Wastewater Treatment Process Control Supervision at NQF4 with 120 credits
• Knowledge listed in the advert includes Plant Safety Regulations and Operating Regulations for High Voltage Systems authorisation, a water treatment plant training course, first aid and fire fighting, a health and safety representative course, certified plant operator status as per the Department of Water and Sanitation, hazardous chemical substance handling, hazardous materials training, and root cause analysis
• Skills listed include report writing, incident investigation, communication and computer literacy

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Eskom careers listing, using the Apply button on this page, which links to that listing. Do not pay anyone to apply, and do not submit your application through an unofficial recruiter or social media post claiming to represent Eskom.

Practical tips

• Use listing reference eskom_007577 exactly as advertised.
• Show clearly how your school or certificate qualification and your water treatment training match the stated requirement.
• Give plain, specific examples of operating plant, following safety rules, and supervising or coaching colleagues.
• Apply well before 6 November 2026, so a last-minute portal problem does not cost you the opportunity.

How the process works

Applications are made through Eskom’s official careers portal before the closing date. Eskom states that if you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, you should accept that your application was unsuccessful. Eskom also states that it is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity, and that candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Important information

This post is informational only, and openings and requirements can change at any time. Readers should always verify the details on the original Eskom listing before applying. The remuneration stated in the source is Market Related, and no numeric salary is given, and the closing date stated is 6 November 2026.

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