Industrial Electrician/Technician

Position

Industrial Electrician

Minimum Requirements

· N3 Electrical Engineering

· Trade Tested Electrician (Red Seal)

· Valid Driver's Licence

· Wireman's Licence (Advantageous)

· Minimum 3 years' industrial electrical experience

Purpose

To install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test and commission industrial electrical systems and equipment, ensuring safe, reliable and compliant operation in industrial and municipal environments.

Key Responsibilities

· Interpret and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and single-line drawings.

· Install, terminate and commission industrial electrical installations.

· Install, maintain and fault-find on Motor Control Centres (MCCs).

· Install, configure and troubleshoot Variable Speed Drives (VSDs), Direct-On-Line (DOL) Starters, Soft Starters, Pump Control Panels and UPS Systems.

· Perform insulation resistance (Megger) testing on motors, submersible pumps and electrical cables.

· Carry out electrical fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance.

· Assist with the installation and commissioning of motors, pumps and associated control equipment.

· Perform electrical testing and complete commissioning documentation.

· Maintain compliance with SANS 10142 and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.

· Complete job cards, inspection reports and test records.

Knowledge & Skills

· Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.

· Strong industrial electrical fault-finding skills.

· Sound knowledge of MCCs, motor control and industrial automation.

· Working knowledge of instrumentation, including level, pressure and flow devices.

· Experience with pumps and motor control systems.

· Competent in the use of electrical test equipment, including insulation resistance testers (Megger).

· Good understanding of industrial electrical safety practices.

Key Competencies

· Problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Attention to detail.

· Ability to work independently and within a team.

· Good communication skills.

· Strong commitment to quality and safety.

· Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines..

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R18 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person