Building Service Electrical Technician
Company
Seigo Staffing
Location
Pretoria
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via BeBee
Job Description
Pretoria, South Africa | Posted on 03/16/2026
Requirements
Applicants must have the following requirements:
Must have a Bachelor of Technology Degree or a National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
Must have at least 5 years of work experience in the consulting engineering industry.
Must have a strong background in C&I and CCTV systems.
Must have a background in multidisciplinary projects.
Must be experienced to work with medium voltage switchgear and reticulation, substations and low voltage reticulation.
Must be experienced with measurement and payment using Bill of Quantities.
Must be proficient in AutoCAD for purposes of reading and editing drawings.
Must have strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems.
Must have a valid Code-08 driver's license.
If you don't hear back from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Requirements
Applicants must have the following requirements:
Must have a Bachelor of Technology Degree or a National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
Must have at least 5 years of work experience in the consulting engineering industry.
Must have a strong background in C&I and CCTV systems.
Must have a background in multidisciplinary projects.
Must be experienced to work with medium voltage switchgear and reticulation, substations and low voltage reticulation.
Must be experienced with measurement and payment using Bill of Quantities.
Must be proficient in AutoCAD for purposes of reading and editing drawings.
Must have strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems.
Must have a valid Code-08 driver's license.
If you don't hear back from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Electrician Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for Electrician Jobs in South Africa is R35.75 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Qualified electricians must receive at least R22,500 monthly for a 40-hour week with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate.
What education and experience are required to qualify as an electrician in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need a National Certificate in Electrical Engineering NQF Level 4 plus a completed apprenticeship of at least 3 years. A valid trade test certificate from a registered SETA is mandatory before any paid electrical work.
What documents are needed to apply for an electrician position in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, trade test certificate, NQF Level 4 qualification, and proof of 3 years apprenticeship experience. A valid wireman’s licence from the Department of Labour is also required for domestic installations.
What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for electricians in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, electricians work a maximum of 45 hours per week with 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service. Sick leave is 36 days over a 3-year cycle and family responsibility leave is 3 days per year.
