Shift Electricians

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:
β€’ Perform electrical fault finding on motors, drives, VSDs, PLCs and control systems.
β€’ Repair and maintain all electrical equipment, both low and high voltage.
β€’ Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
β€’ Attend to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
β€’ Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and new projects.
β€’ Ensure correct use of lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety compliance.
β€’ Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports.
β€’ Liaise with mechanical teams to support plant operation.

Minimum Requirements:
β€’ Red Seal Electrician qualification (essential).
β€’ Experience working with:
β€’ Motors
β€’ Soft starters
β€’ Drives / VSDs
β€’ PLCs (fault finding experience required)
β€’ Not afraid of working at heights and must be medically fit.
β€’ Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
β€’ Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
β€’ 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

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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, applicants for Welder Jobs require a National Certificate in Welding at NQF Level 4 plus a completed trade test from an accredited provider as of 2026. At least 3 years of documented practical experience in arc or MIG welding is mandatory for registration.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a valid South African ID, NQF Level 4 welding certificate, trade test results, and a signed CV when registering on the ESSA system in 2026. Proof of previous employer references covering 24 months is also required.
Q What are the standard working hours and annual leave for Welder Jobs in South Africa?
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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