Trade Tested Electrician

Trade Tested Electrician


Company
Staff Unlimited
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Pnet

Job Description
Description

Trade Tested Electrician (Fixed Term Contract)

Job Location: Gqeberha

Minimum Requirements:
• Trade Tested Electrician
• 3-5 years relevant experience as an artisan in the FMCG industry
• Must be prepared to work shifts and weekends
• Must be immediately available

Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out preventive control of routine equipment according to the plan assigned by the supervisor. Perform electrical consumption controls on main boards, motors, thermographies on electrical boards, review of electrical measurement instruments at the entrance to the plant.
• Carry out maintenance duty on a rotating shift, giving urgent solutions to equipment failures in process following safety guidelines. Assign scheduled tasks in turn when there are no failures. Follow guidelines assigned by the maintenance department.
• Execute scheduled maintenance tasks, according to tasks assigned by the supervisor and requirements of the process areas.
• Inspection and control of auxiliary plant equipment, eg. Ammonia compressor motors, air compressor motors, review of electrical protections (Switches, medium voltage cells, motor guards, etc.)
• Execute the maintenance plan tasks defined by the Maintenance chief effectively and efficiently.
• Know the SOP, SCP and controls to be carried out corresponding to the position.
• Accurate and timely completion of records defined for the position.
• Raise the RJR, GPM notices, and environmental deviations.
• Analyze deviations using the 5 whys tool to find root causes.
• Comply with the 5S scheme of the sector and ensure the standard of the position.
• Comply with the sector's 5S self-audit schedule, defining actions for each deviation.
• Maintain communication with the shift supervisor to ensure quality and productivity.
• Perform relays of shift changes and breaks in the workplace.
• Conduct shift change meetings, reviewing PI and managing pending actions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Electrician Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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