Electrician HT
Company
Mondi Group
Location
Durban
Via
via BeBee
Job Description
Your mission
• Perform specialised technical duties in the operation on plant and equipment related to; fabricate, maintain, service, overhaul, repair, construct, install, dismantle, fit. This will include; manufacturing circuits according to drawings and specifications, overhauling and/or servicing of electrical motors
• Perform diagnostic duties by executing actions related to; test, inspect, troubleshoot and fault find, check, measure, record, etc. to achieve outcomes such as reducing downtime, minimize breakdowns, improving availability of electrical driven components of plant and equipment. Inspections on electrical systems, testing of insulation and electrical installations, plant inspections and reporting, etc
• Record technical data on completed work for use in planning system
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on electrical components, circuits, parts of equipment, etc., in a safe manner according to operating procedures and policy
• Perform and execute preventative maintenance duties
• Perform electrical isolation and shut down duties according to an approved plan
• Diagnostic & Maintenance Execution: Conduct planned maintenance, breakdown repairs, and troubleshooting for HV & LV reticulation systems, including 3-phase power transformers, HV/LV switchgear, protection systems, and MCC switchgear
• Flexible to work day or shift duties while consistently maintaining an active time utilisation rate above 75%
Your profile:
• N3 (Electrical trade theory, Engineering Drawings, Maths, Engineering Science)
• Electrical Trade Test Certificate
• 3 years’ experience in a relevant heavy industry
• Relevant certificate qualification for Wiremen, to be familiar with plant layout, electrical equipment types,
isolation procedures and legislation(LT/HT)
• At least 3 years Electrical experience
Our Offer:
Location: Travancore Drive, Merebank , 4052
Duration: Permanent
Benefits
• Health benefits
• Learning & Development
Get in touch:
We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.
Do you want to know more about Mondi?
We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 22,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.
Our strength lies in our diversity.
We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in.
Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address [email protected] to your “safe list” or address book.
Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan. The above advert has minimum requirements listed; however, Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.
Awards:
Benefits
• Health benefits
• Learning & Development
• Perform specialised technical duties in the operation on plant and equipment related to; fabricate, maintain, service, overhaul, repair, construct, install, dismantle, fit. This will include; manufacturing circuits according to drawings and specifications, overhauling and/or servicing of electrical motors
• Perform diagnostic duties by executing actions related to; test, inspect, troubleshoot and fault find, check, measure, record, etc. to achieve outcomes such as reducing downtime, minimize breakdowns, improving availability of electrical driven components of plant and equipment. Inspections on electrical systems, testing of insulation and electrical installations, plant inspections and reporting, etc
• Record technical data on completed work for use in planning system
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on electrical components, circuits, parts of equipment, etc., in a safe manner according to operating procedures and policy
• Perform and execute preventative maintenance duties
• Perform electrical isolation and shut down duties according to an approved plan
• Diagnostic & Maintenance Execution: Conduct planned maintenance, breakdown repairs, and troubleshooting for HV & LV reticulation systems, including 3-phase power transformers, HV/LV switchgear, protection systems, and MCC switchgear
• Flexible to work day or shift duties while consistently maintaining an active time utilisation rate above 75%
Your profile:
• N3 (Electrical trade theory, Engineering Drawings, Maths, Engineering Science)
• Electrical Trade Test Certificate
• 3 years’ experience in a relevant heavy industry
• Relevant certificate qualification for Wiremen, to be familiar with plant layout, electrical equipment types,
isolation procedures and legislation(LT/HT)
• At least 3 years Electrical experience
Our Offer:
Location: Travancore Drive, Merebank , 4052
Duration: Permanent
Benefits
• Health benefits
• Learning & Development
Get in touch:
We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future.
Do you want to know more about Mondi?
We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 22,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries.
Our strength lies in our diversity.
We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in.
Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address [email protected] to your “safe list” or address book.
Appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan. The above advert has minimum requirements listed; however, Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.
Awards:
Benefits
• Health benefits
• Learning & Development
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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.
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What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for plumbers in South Africa?
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