Wideopen | Certified Electrician
Company
Wideopen Platform
Location
Johannesburg
Salary
R 10K–R 25K a month
Posted
17 hours ago
Via
Indeed
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Job Description
Job Title: Certified Electrician
• Location: Johannesburg
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ Years)
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Certified Electrician to join our technical team. This role is designed for a professional who excels in multi-disciplinary maintenance, complex fault finding, and large-scale project installations. You will be responsible for ensuring electrical compliance across various environments, including telecommunications and high-pressure industrial sites.
The ideal candidate is a Master Installation Electrician who can lead on-site teams and manage the technical execution of both single and three-phase electrical systems while maintaining a high standard of safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Technical Execution
• Multi-discipline Maintenance: Oversee and execute comprehensive maintenance schedules for diverse electrical systems.
• Fault Finding: Perform advanced diagnostic testing and repairs on electrical circuits to minimize downtime.
• Installation & Projects: Lead the installation of new electrical infrastructure and manage ongoing project work to meet strict deadlines.
• Compliance: Issue Certificates of Compliance (CoC) for both new and existing electrical circuits and installations, ensuring all work meets legal standards.
Leadership & Operations
• Team Management: Exercise on-site leadership to manage junior staff and ensure project milestones are met.
• Emergency Support: Provide standby support and respond to emergency repair calls as needed.
• Travel: Ability to undertake long-distance travel to service various project sites.
Requirements
• Education: Matric (Grade 12) and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical trade studies.
• Certification: Qualified Electrician as per central trade test organization requirements with a valid 3-phase Wireman’s License.
• Professional Status: Must be licensed as a Master Installation Electrician.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical installations and maintenance (Single and Three Phase).
• Licensing: Valid Code 08 driver’s license is essential for travel requirements.
• Computer Literacy: Good proficiency in computer systems for reporting and project management.
Advantageous Skills
• Telecommunications: Prior experience working within the telecommunications sector.
• Safety Training: Current First Aid and Fire Fighting training certifications.
• Specialized Access: Basic Fall Arrest or Working at Height Certificate.
Character Traits
• Pressure Resilient: Able to maintain high standards and meet deadlines in high-pressure project environments.
• Independent: Strong ability to work autonomously and manage your own workflow.
• Problem Solver: Exceptional analytical skills for troubleshooting complex electrical issues.
Leader: Natural ability to direct and mentor on-site teams.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R10 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
• Location: Johannesburg
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ Years)
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Certified Electrician to join our technical team. This role is designed for a professional who excels in multi-disciplinary maintenance, complex fault finding, and large-scale project installations. You will be responsible for ensuring electrical compliance across various environments, including telecommunications and high-pressure industrial sites.
The ideal candidate is a Master Installation Electrician who can lead on-site teams and manage the technical execution of both single and three-phase electrical systems while maintaining a high standard of safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Technical Execution
• Multi-discipline Maintenance: Oversee and execute comprehensive maintenance schedules for diverse electrical systems.
• Fault Finding: Perform advanced diagnostic testing and repairs on electrical circuits to minimize downtime.
• Installation & Projects: Lead the installation of new electrical infrastructure and manage ongoing project work to meet strict deadlines.
• Compliance: Issue Certificates of Compliance (CoC) for both new and existing electrical circuits and installations, ensuring all work meets legal standards.
Leadership & Operations
• Team Management: Exercise on-site leadership to manage junior staff and ensure project milestones are met.
• Emergency Support: Provide standby support and respond to emergency repair calls as needed.
• Travel: Ability to undertake long-distance travel to service various project sites.
Requirements
• Education: Matric (Grade 12) and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical trade studies.
• Certification: Qualified Electrician as per central trade test organization requirements with a valid 3-phase Wireman’s License.
• Professional Status: Must be licensed as a Master Installation Electrician.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical installations and maintenance (Single and Three Phase).
• Licensing: Valid Code 08 driver’s license is essential for travel requirements.
• Computer Literacy: Good proficiency in computer systems for reporting and project management.
Advantageous Skills
• Telecommunications: Prior experience working within the telecommunications sector.
• Safety Training: Current First Aid and Fire Fighting training certifications.
• Specialized Access: Basic Fall Arrest or Working at Height Certificate.
Character Traits
• Pressure Resilient: Able to maintain high standards and meet deadlines in high-pressure project environments.
• Independent: Strong ability to work autonomously and manage your own workflow.
• Problem Solver: Exceptional analytical skills for troubleshooting complex electrical issues.
Leader: Natural ability to direct and mentor on-site teams.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R10 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
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