Automation Electrician
Company
ExecutivePlacements.com
Location
Cape Town
Posted
5 days ago
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Job Description
Recruiter:
Network Recruitment
Job Ref:
NES025137/RS
Date posted:
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Electrician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated electrical systems in an industrial environment.
POSITION INFO:
e are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Electrician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated electrical systems in an industrial environment.
Γ°ΕΈβΊ Key Responsibilities
β’ Install, wire, and commission automated machinery and control systems
β’ Diagnose and repair electrical and automation faults
β’ Maintain PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
β’ Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
β’ Interpret electrical drawings and technical schematics
β’ Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
β’ Work closely with engineering and production teams
Γ°ΕΈΕ½β Requirements
β’ Trade Test Certificate (Electrician)
β’ Proven experience in industrial automation
β’ Strong knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
β’ Experience with VSDs, sensors, and control circuits
β’ Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams
β’ Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
β’ Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required
Please send your cv to
Network Recruitment
Job Ref:
NES025137/RS
Date posted:
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Electrician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated electrical systems in an industrial environment.
POSITION INFO:
e are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Electrician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated electrical systems in an industrial environment.
Γ°ΕΈβΊ Key Responsibilities
β’ Install, wire, and commission automated machinery and control systems
β’ Diagnose and repair electrical and automation faults
β’ Maintain PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
β’ Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
β’ Interpret electrical drawings and technical schematics
β’ Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
β’ Work closely with engineering and production teams
Γ°ΕΈΕ½β Requirements
β’ Trade Test Certificate (Electrician)
β’ Proven experience in industrial automation
β’ Strong knowledge of PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
β’ Experience with VSDs, sensors, and control circuits
β’ Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams
β’ Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
β’ Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required
Please send your cv to
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