Maintenance Electrician
Company
Express Employment Professionals Durban
Location
uMhlanga
Posted
50 minutes ago
Via
via Pnet
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Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities
• Make sure and maintain machines in a good, clean and working order
• To perform services, modifications and repairs
• To undertake all planned maintenance work as per schedules
• To complete all specified work within the time limits
• To make sure that all plant equipment is kept in good and working order
• To undertake all Electrical / Mechanical work related to breakdowns when required
• Assist with new installtions, projects and robotics programming
• To help to ensure that start-up checks are done
• To help to ensure that all preventative checks are done
• Maintaining full and accurate records for all maintenance work and services undertaken on plant and equipment under this positions control
• To work in accordance with the current shift pattern
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Qualified Electrician
• Presses Hydraulics
• Factory maintenance
• Welding
• Pipe fitting
• tools
• prevantative and predictive maintenance
• High pressure pumps
• Electrical advanced
• PLC's
• Make sure and maintain machines in a good, clean and working order
• To perform services, modifications and repairs
• To undertake all planned maintenance work as per schedules
• To complete all specified work within the time limits
• To make sure that all plant equipment is kept in good and working order
• To undertake all Electrical / Mechanical work related to breakdowns when required
• Assist with new installtions, projects and robotics programming
• To help to ensure that start-up checks are done
• To help to ensure that all preventative checks are done
• Maintaining full and accurate records for all maintenance work and services undertaken on plant and equipment under this positions control
• To work in accordance with the current shift pattern
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Qualified Electrician
• Presses Hydraulics
• Factory maintenance
• Welding
• Pipe fitting
• tools
• prevantative and predictive maintenance
• High pressure pumps
• Electrical advanced
• PLC's
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Plumber Jobs in South Africa as of 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for plumbers in South Africa is R27.45 per hour as of 1 January 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 45 hours per week. Plumbers registered under the Building Bargaining Council receive an additional R450 monthly tool allowance.
What education and experience are required to qualify for Plumber Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need an N2 certificate in plumbing plus a minimum of 3 years verifiable experience under a qualified artisan. A Red Seal trade test certificate obtained after 2025 is mandatory for formal employment. No qualifications are accepted without proof of 2800 hours of logged practical training.
What documents are needed to apply for Plumber Jobs through official South African channels?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate, and proof of 3 years experience via the ESSA portal by 31 March 2026. A valid tax clearance certificate from SARS and medical fitness report are also required for all applications. Incomplete submissions are rejected within 14 days.
What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for plumbers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, plumbers work 45 hours per week with 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service as of 2026. Sick leave is capped at 30 days over a 3-year cycle and family responsibility leave is limited to 3 days per year. UIF contributions entitle workers to maternity leave of 4 consecutive months.
