Maintenance Electrician

Are you an experienced Maintenance Electrician ready for a fresh challenge in Paarl, Western Cape?

Strong performers can expect clear paths to greater responsibility. A strong emphasis is placed on safety, quality, and doing things right the first time. Ready to apply? Send through your CV and a short introduction.

• Issue Certificates of Compliance after completing installations or repairs, verifying work meets regulatory requirements.
• Adhere strictly to occupational health and safety regulations including lockout and tagout procedures when working on energised equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in industrial machinery, control panels, motor circuits, and building systems using testing equipment.
• Install and commission solar photovoltaic systems including panel mounting, inverter connection, battery integration, and system configuration.
• Install, connect, and test electrical wiring, conduits, distribution boards, circuit breakers, lighting, and power outlets per SANS 10142.
• Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns and emergencies during and outside normal hours as part of a standby rotation.
• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on electrical infrastructure including thermal imaging of panels and testing protective devices.

• Thorough knowledge of SANS 10142 wiring code and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as applied to electrical work.
• A minimum of three to four years of post-qualification experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or construction.
• Proficiency in using electrical testing instruments including multimeters, insulation testers, earth loop impedance testers, and clamp meters.
• A recognised trade certificate in electrical engineering or national diploma in electrical engineering from a registered institution.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to systematically diagnose faults and identify root causes rather than just symptoms.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and equipment technical manuals.