Electrician
Company
MECS Africa
Location
Pretoria
Posted
10 days ago
Via
Executive Placements ☑️
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in compliance with applicable codes.
• Ensure system integration and engineering alignment on relevant projects.
• Install meters and obtain required verification codes.
• Build and wire electrical panels.
• Install and configure network and RS485 communication systems.
• Perform fault finding and rectify identified issues.
• Supervise installation activities where required.
• Ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and within project timelines.
Qualifications
• Matric Certificate
• N6 Electrical qualification or similar
• Trade Test certification
• Wireman’s licence advantageous
Skills and Experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
• Minimum 2 years of project experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to manage and coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in compliance with applicable codes.
• Ensure system integration and engineering alignment on relevant projects.
• Install meters and obtain required verification codes.
• Build and wire electrical panels.
• Install and configure network and RS485 communication systems.
• Perform fault finding and rectify identified issues.
• Supervise installation activities where required.
• Ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and within project timelines.
Qualifications
• Matric Certificate
• N6 Electrical qualification or similar
• Trade Test certification
• Wireman’s licence advantageous
Skills and Experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
• Minimum 2 years of project experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to manage and coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R30.50 per hour for all workers including cleaning staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week. Employers in the contract cleaning sector must display this rate on payslips.
What are the maximum weekly working hours and annual leave entitlements for cleaning staff in South Africa in 2026?
Cleaning staff may not work more than 45 hours per week or 9 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of employment. Sick leave is 36 days over a 3-year cycle.
Do cleaning staff jobs in South Africa require any education or experience qualifications in 2026?
No formal education or prior experience is required by the Department of Employment and Labour for entry-level cleaning positions. Employers may request a Grade 9 certificate or basic literacy for safety compliance. A valid South African ID or work permit is mandatory for all applicants.
What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, bank account details, and a completed Z83 form when applying via labour centres. A CV and contactable references are also required for shortlisting. Foreign nationals need a valid work visa endorsed for domestic or cleaning work.
