Electrician
Company
MECS Africa
Location
Pretoria
Posted
10 days ago
Via
Executive Placements ☑️
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in compliance with applicable codes.
• Ensure system integration and engineering alignment on relevant projects.
• Install meters and obtain required verification codes.
• Build and wire electrical panels.
• Install and configure network and RS485 communication systems.
• Perform fault finding and rectify identified issues.
• Supervise installation activities where required.
• Ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and within project timelines.
Qualifications
• Matric Certificate
• N6 Electrical qualification or similar
• Trade Test certification
• Wireman’s licence advantageous
Skills and Experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
• Minimum 2 years of project experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to manage and coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in compliance with applicable codes.
• Ensure system integration and engineering alignment on relevant projects.
• Install meters and obtain required verification codes.
• Build and wire electrical panels.
• Install and configure network and RS485 communication systems.
• Perform fault finding and rectify identified issues.
• Supervise installation activities where required.
• Ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and within project timelines.
Qualifications
• Matric Certificate
• N6 Electrical qualification or similar
• Trade Test certification
• Wireman’s licence advantageous
Skills and Experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
• Minimum 2 years of project experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to manage and coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
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.
