Shift Electricians
Company
Midvaal Recruitment
Location
Cape Town
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Job Description
SHIFT ELECTRICIANS (x2)
Reference: MID600
Location: Cape Town, Kuils Rivier
Role Purpose:
Shift Electricians will be responsible for maintaining optimal working conditions across the entire facility. The role includes fault finding, repairs, preventative maintenance and responding to electrical emergencies, ensuring uninterrupted production.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform electrical fault finding on motors, drives, VSDs, PLCs and control systems.
• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment, both low and high voltage.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and new projects.
• Ensure correct use of lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety compliance.
• Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports.
• Liaise with mechanical teams to support plant operation.
Minimum Requirements:
• Red Seal Electrician qualification (essential).
• Experience working with:
• Motors
• Soft starters
• Drives / VSDs
• PLCs (fault finding experience required)
• Not afraid of working at heights and must be medically fit.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
• Ability to work shifts and handle emergency callouts.
Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to [email protected]
Use reference number MID600 in email subject line
Reference: MID600
Location: Cape Town, Kuils Rivier
Role Purpose:
Shift Electricians will be responsible for maintaining optimal working conditions across the entire facility. The role includes fault finding, repairs, preventative maintenance and responding to electrical emergencies, ensuring uninterrupted production.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform electrical fault finding on motors, drives, VSDs, PLCs and control systems.
• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment, both low and high voltage.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and new projects.
• Ensure correct use of lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety compliance.
• Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports.
• Liaise with mechanical teams to support plant operation.
Minimum Requirements:
• Red Seal Electrician qualification (essential).
• Experience working with:
• Motors
• Soft starters
• Drives / VSDs
• PLCs (fault finding experience required)
• Not afraid of working at heights and must be medically fit.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
• Ability to work shifts and handle emergency callouts.
Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to [email protected]
Use reference number MID600 in email subject line
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Staff Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for packing staff jobs in South African warehouses starting 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for packing staff from 1 March 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at all workplaces.
Do I need a matric certificate or prior experience to qualify for packing staff roles in South Africa in 2026?
Packing staff positions require only a Grade 9 certificate and no prior experience according to the Department of Employment and Labour guidelines effective 2026. Workers must be at least 18 years old and pass a basic medical fitness test for shift work.
Which documents are required when applying for packing staff jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank account details to register on the Employment Services System by 31 December 2026. A signed CV and UIF registration number are also mandatory for all applications.
What are the maximum working hours and annual leave entitlements for packing staff in South Africa for 2026?
Packing staff may not exceed 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime as regulated from 1 January 2026. Full-time workers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service.
