Eskom Crowdsourcing Initiative – Call for Skilled Electricity Experts

Eskom Crowdsourcing Initiative: A Call to South Africa’s Electricity Experts

Eskom, South Africa’s primary electricity supplier, has launched a bold and innovative crowdsourcing initiative aimed at resolving critical operational challenges. This platform seeks to tap into the country’s highly skilled talent pool—engineers, technicians, operators, and artisans—who are ready to contribute their expertise to South Africa’s energy future.

What is Crowdsourcing?

Crowdsourcing is the practice of gathering input, skills, or services from a large group of people, often via an online platform. Unlike conventional employment, this approach allows organizations to connect with independent specialists who can solve specific, often technical, problems. In this case, Eskom is looking for individuals with at least 10 years of experience in the electricity industry. This includes:

• Registered professional engineers
• Skilled technicians
• Plant operators
• Artisans
• Other technical experts in energy and utilities

Eskom’s Approach to Crowdsourcing

Eskom’s goal is to build a central database of qualified and experienced professionals who are passionate about contributing to the country’s power supply improvement efforts. The initiative is being rolled out in collaboration with respected institutions, including the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and other regulatory bodies, to ensure a high standard of professional input.

This proactive move allows Eskom to:

• Access highly skilled personnel for specific technical needs
• Alleviate pressure on internal resources
• Encourage public-private collaboration
• Drive innovation and performance

Who Can Apply?

You are encouraged to apply if you:

• Are a South African citizen
• Have 10 or more years of experience in the electricity sector
• Hold professional registration with a relevant technical body (preferred)
• Are passionate about helping improve South Africa’s energy sector

How to Participate

Qualified professionals can submit their details through Eskom’s official Crowdsourcing Portal. To apply, click here
For inquiries, contact: crowdsourcing@eskom.co.za

Why It Matters

South Africa’s energy challenges affect all sectors of society. By participating in this initiative, you become part of a transformative movement to restore and strengthen the country’s electricity supply system. Eskom believes in the power of collaboration and shared responsibility—and this is your opportunity to be part of a solution that benefits millions.

Final Thoughts

Eskom’s crowdsourcing strategy is a forward-thinking approach that empowers skilled individuals to contribute meaningfully to the future of energy in South Africa. If you have the experience and the drive, now is the time to lend your expertise where it’s needed most.

Submit your details and be part of the change.

Apply here