Automotive Electrician
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Cape Town, Western Cape
Qualified electricians and electrical artisans are well-paid and in demand across SA's construction, mining and maintenance sectors.
This listing does not state a salary. As a guide, electrician roles in South Africa typically pay R12 000 to R32 000 a month (indicative).
Job description
Senior Heavy Duty Auto Electrician (Supervisor / Team Leader)
Location: Western Cape or willing to relocate
Position Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Heavy Duty Auto Electrician to take on a supervisory / team leader position.
This role is ideal for someone skilled in diagnostics and electrical systems, with the ability to manage a team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise electrical workshop operations
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults on heavy-duty vehicles
- Oversee installations, wiring, and system upgrades
- Plan and allocate work to team members
- Ensure quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met
- Assist with complex fault-finding and technical support
Minimum Requirements (Must Have)
- 8+ years of experience as a heavy-duty auto electrician
- Relevant trade certificate
- Proven experience in a supervisory / team leader role
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability
- Contactable references
- Based in the Western Cape OR willing to relocate
Advantageous Skills (Highly Beneficial)
- Experience working with vehicle and engine systems from:
- Cummins, MAN, Scania, Iveco
- Experience on emergency vehicles
- Exposure to vehicle refurbishments and rebuilds
- Experience with automatic transmission systems, especially:
Caterpillar and Allison (electrical diagnostics & programming)
- Knowledge or certification in CANBus systems/programmingWhat We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Workshop / team performance bonus
- Opportunity to lead and build a high-performing team
- Career growth in a specialised technical environment
What We’re Looking For
- Strong technical expertise and attention to detail
- Ability to lead, train, and organise a team
- Good planning and organisational skills
- Calm and effective under pressure
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Auto Electrical: 8 years (Required)
- Management / Foreman / Team Leader: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Trade Test Certificate (Preferred)
Location:
- Cape Town, Western Cape (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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