Middle Manager Power Purchase Agreement Jobs in South Africa

Eskom is looking for a Middle Manager for Power Purchase Agreement Management, based at Simmerpan in Germiston, Gauteng. This is a re-advertised role, and the closing date is 31 October 2026. The manager leads strategies for effective contract management across power purchase agreements, working within regulatory and Eskom governance requirements.

About the company and the work

Power purchase agreements set the terms on which electricity is bought and supplied, so managing them well matters for cost, compliance and reliable supply. In Eskom’s Central Purchasing Agency, within Energy Market Services, this role connects contract strategy with stakeholder relationships, resources and governance.

Role details

• Position: Middle Manager Power Purchase Agreement Management
• Department: Central Purchasing Agency, Energy Market Services
• Location: Germiston
• Position/Task Grade: M17
• Contract type: Permanent
• Remuneration: Market Related
• Listing reference: eskom_007591
• Closing date: 31 October 2026

What the role involves

• Formulating and leading the implementation of strategies for effective contract management activities
• Ensuring alignment and compliance with regulatory and Eskom governance requirements
• Managing organisational resources to meet the obligations and objectives of the department
• Providing guidance and expert knowledge to internal stakeholders and relevant external stakeholders
• Maintaining healthy internal and external stakeholder relationships

The source advert also lists knowledge of the electricity industry, finance and commercial matters, claims management, project and construction management, and power purchase agreements, along with negotiation, contract management and stakeholder management skills.

Requirements

• A B Degree or B Tech in Engineering, Finance, Law or Project Management at NQF 7, with 360 credits
• Seven years of extensive experience in an electrical utility industry

Only the requirements listed in the source advert are included here. Check the original listing for the full wording before you apply.

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_007591 exactly as shown in the source advert
• Show clear examples of power purchase agreements or complex contracts you have managed
• Explain how you have balanced regulatory compliance with commercial outcomes
• Apply well before 31 October 2026, because this closing date is only days away

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. The source advert also notes a commitment to equality, employment equity and diversity.

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 31 October 2026.

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