Electrical Technician

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join our team in Upington, Northern Cape.

You will be encouraged to broaden your expertise and take on new challenges. The setting is busy but well-organised, with a focus on getting the job done properly. Ready for your next opportunity? Submit your application today.

Normal working hours apply, with occasional flexibility required during busy periods.

• Issue Certificates of Compliance after completing installations or repairs, verifying work meets regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and supervision to apprentices and semi-skilled assistants, ensuring they work safely and competently.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in industrial machinery, control panels, motor circuits, and building systems using testing equipment.
• Install, connect, and test electrical wiring, conduits, distribution boards, circuit breakers, lighting, and power outlets per SANS 10142.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals to plan installations and troubleshoot circuit problems.

• A valid driver's licence with ability to travel to client sites as required, often carrying tools and equipment.
• For solar roles, demonstrated experience in photovoltaic system design and installation with relevant solar-specific certification.
• A minimum of three to four years of post-qualification experience in electrical installation, maintenance, or construction.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and equipment technical manuals.
• A recognised trade certificate in electrical engineering or national diploma in electrical engineering from a registered institution.