Electrician - Manufacturing Industry

Electrician - Manufacturing Industry


Company
First Degree Recruitment
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Executive Placements β˜‘οΈ

Job Description
A leading manufacturing company is looking for a qualified Electrician to join their PE Factory team.
This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on artisan with strong factory and production maintenance experience.

? Minimum Requirements:
β€’ Qualified Electrician with Trade Test.
β€’ Minimum 3–5 years’ experience within a manufacturing or factory maintenance environment.
β€’ Manufacturing or factory maintenance experience essential.
β€’ Strong electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
β€’ Knowledge of production equipment and plant maintenance.
β€’ Ability to work shifts and under pressure.
β€’ Strong attention to safety and compliance.

? Key Responsibilities:
β€’ Electrical maintenance and repairs on factory equipment.
β€’ Fault-finding and breakdown response.
β€’ Preventative maintenance on production machinery.
β€’ Minimise plant downtime and improve operational efficiency.
β€’ Ensure electrical compliance and safety standards are maintained.
β€’ Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.

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Q What is the minimum wage for Welder Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for Welder Jobs in South Africa is R32.50 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Welders must receive 1.5 times this rate for all overtime hours worked beyond 45 hours per week.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, Welder Jobs operate on a maximum 45-hour work week with 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service as of 2026. Night shift welders receive an additional 10% allowance on the R32.50 hourly rate.
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