Assistant Electrician

Assistant Electrician


Company
Rubicon
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Trabajo.org

Job Description
**About the Assistant Electrician role**

The main role of the Assistant Electrician is to assist the Electrician on a daily basis on installations and to be able to work independently on custom required builds and servicing of equipment.
• *Assistant Electrician responsibilities**
- Assisting with Electrical System installation (UPS and Power quality equipment from installation to sign off).
- Be able to interpret basic electrical drawings.
- Basic Fault finding and diagnosis of electrical equipment.
- Maintain and Servicing of electrical equipment. (SLA agreements).
- Understanding and operation of hand and power tools
- Perform other various tasks as instructed by management.
• *Role requirements**:

- Matric/NQF4/Technical N3 in Electrical Field
- 3-5 years professional and industry experience.
- Ideally, basic knowledge of Power Solutions. (UPS and Power quality).
- Good written and verbal English.
- High degree of independence and personal responsibility.
- Detail orientated and ensures safe working environment at all times.
- Works well independently.
- Able to travel both locally and internationally for site assessments/fault finding and commissioning of equipment
- Must be in possession of a valid driver's licence (**essential**) and own vehicle (preferred).
• *Personal competencies**:

- Pronounced customer and solutions orientation.
- Detail orientated and ensure safe working environment at all times.
- Neat and presentable.
- Punctual with good attendance and stable track record
- Being able to develop good working relationships and trust with various teams.
- Always keeping the end-user, internal and external customers in mind.
- Results and deadline driven.
• *Headquarters and travel requirements**:
The Power solutions Assistant Electrician will be headquartered in Johannesburg at the Linbro offices. The role will involve the occasional travel to site to complete installations etc.
• *About Rubicon Group**:
Rubicon Group is a young, dynamic, and high-growth company operating in exciting markets. We are looking for smart, hard-working people with integrity to join us. One of our goals is to continually improve our business, and to that end, we are seeking people who enjoy a challenge, are keen to learn, take ownership, think critically, and provide new solutions on where we can improve. We offer a great work environment, market-related remuneration packages, and an opportunity to develop personally and within a team.

Rubicon Group is dedicated to advancing transformative technologies in emerging markets.

Our focus areas are sustainable technology, encompassing renewable energy and storage, e-mobility, intelligent lighting, and building management as well as industrial technology, comprising advanced factory automation, connectivity, and robotics.

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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