30 Assistant Electrician jobs in South Africa

Introduction
Our client, a national, FMCG/ Food Manufacturing concern, is seeking an Assistant Electrician

Duties & Responsibilities
▪Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems, machinery and equipment in compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.
▪Conduct preventative maintenance routines to ensure longevity and efficient operations of electrical systems.
▪Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices and diagnostic equipment.
▪Regularly inspect electrical systems, circuits and equipment to identify potential hazards or malfunctions.
▪Report any electrical problems, safety concerns or potential risks to the Maintenance Manager or relevant personnel.
▪Adhere to all safety protocols. procedures and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
▪Ensure compliance with local, state and federal electrical codes and regulations.
▪Collaborate with other maintenance staff, engineers, and production personnel to ensure seamless operation
▪Respond promptly to electrical emergencies or breakdowns to minimize downtime and ensure the safety of personnel and equipment

Experience & Qualification
Minimum of 2-3 Years Experience
Strong Knowledge of electrical systems, components, and tools.
•Familiarity with electrical codes, regulations and safety standards.
•Root cause analysis
•Able to read electrical drawings
•Able to work independently
•Willingness to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and overtime as needed.

Buscor (Pty) Ltd, a leading transport company, requires the service of an Assistant Auto Electrician (12-month contract). The position is available at Buscor Nelspruit depot. Interested candidates from all designated groups who meet the following criteria are invited to apply.

• Grade 10
• Completion of N3 courses
• 2 Years’ practical experience working as an unqualified Auto Electrician
• Good knowledge of the HB 4 buses electrical system
• Able to repair and overhaul the units
• Medically fit
• Clean criminal record

Duties and responsibilities:

• Maintenance on HB 4 buses
• Fault finding and repair of the buses
• Documentation – Job cards and defect reports

CVs accompanied by an application letter can be handed in at Buscor Head Office Reception, 8 Bulpin Street Nelspruit or emailed to .

Please note it is essential to attach supporting certificates with your CV.

Closing date is Monday 3 February 2025 .

If you are not contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date, kindly regard your application as unsuccessful.

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We have challenging opportunities available for qualified Electricians as well as Electrician Assistants with Elconop1 or 2 qualifications
br>Electrician requirements:
* Qualified electrician 1 Phase qualified and want to qualify as 3 Phase
* Red Seal certificate will be a advantageous
* 2 - 3 years maintenance experience
* Cable and Cable Rack installations (Cables 35mm - 300mm)
* Cable terminations and jointing of bigger cables
* Knowledge of Hv (11/22Kv)

Electrician Assistants:
* Elconop 1 or 3 and wants to obtain Elconop 3
* 2 3 years industrial experience
Willingness to work away from home for short periods essential.

We have challenging opportunities available for qualified Electricians as well as Electrician Assistants with Elconop1 or 2 qualifications

Electrician requirements:
* Qualified electrician 1 Phase qualified and want to qualify as 3 Phase
* Red Seal certificate will be a advantageous
* 2 - 3 years maintenance experience
* Cable and Cable Rack installations (Cables 35mm - 300mm)
* Cable terminations and jointing of bigger cables
* Knowledge of Hv (11/22 Kv)

Electrician Assistants:
* Elconop 1 or 3 and wants to obtain Elconop 3
* 2 3 years industrial experience
Willingness to work away from home for short periods essential.

PURPOSE OF JOB
Responsible for managing all aspects of the Electrical Maintenance Department.
This includes managing the upkeep of all manufacturing electrical systems, managing the maintenance budget and resources, and assisting in the design and installation of new electrical systems.

This position is responsible for managing multiple shifts of Maintenance Supervisors and Electricians.
Must be proficient in the design, implementation, and maintenance of LV and MV electrical systems.
Have extensive knowledge of substations, transformers, MCC systems, furnaces, vacuum circuit breakers, VSDs, PLCs and protection relay systems .
Skilled in PLC fault finding, fault diagnostics, root cause and failure mode analysis (RCA/FMEA), and condition monitoring.
Expertise in switchgear solutions to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
Ability to optimize voltage distribution and integrate electrical systems for enhanced performance.
Proficient in panel wiring

DESCRIPTION OF TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs maintenance management by supervising electrical personnel and establishing priorities in maintenance schedules.
Maintains manufacturing electrical systems and facility, parts inventory, monitoring purchase orders, invoice approvals, and manages the department budget.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage the electrical maintenance team, contractors, budgets, cost control, and compliance
Performs Performance Evaluations on direct reports at least twice a year.
Drive preventive maintenance strategies aligned with RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance) principles to improve equipment availability and minimize downtime.
Performs other duties by coordinating work with outside inspections, providing project management, ensuring safety of personnel, and performing other duties as required.
Managing, maintaining, and establishing maintenance procedures for production lines to ensure production meets or performs better than budget.
Developing and maintaining quality standards.
Developing and maintaining associate safety standards.
Develop associate and supervisor skills by conducting technical training meetings; one-on-one development sessions/mentorship; external technical skills training; and establishing and monitoring performance reviews for supervisors.
Setting and maintaining departmental budget by reviewing financial statements; monitoring line efficiencies; labor cost; and other expenses.
Participate in designing and developing future production capacities by attending design meetings; coordinating with R&D regarding product changes and improvements; and updating maintenance operating procedures and schedules accordingly.
Apply the principles of PLAN, LEAD, ORGANISE and CONTROL in the department.
Ensure that work carried out by the electrical department complies with good engineering practices and standards and conforms to relevant SABS and OHS Act codes.
Plan, control, and execute preventative maintenance schemes in conjunction with superiors.
Ensure that ALL electrical systems are adequately protected to prevent damage to equipment.
Ensure that ALL electrical systems are always safe and do not cause any harm to employees.
Promote safety, provide safety talks, and rectify unsafe conditions.
Ensure that ALL statutory inspections are carried out correctly and on time.
Liaise with managers, supervisors, and operators to ensure all work is completed correctly and on time without unnecessary delays.
Plan and organize shutdown work including labor requirements.
Undertake research and provide technical support and advice as needed.
Work involves daily exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, and/or noise.
Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks, such as electrical, mechanical, and chemical hazards.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Results-driven and qualified Electrical Engineer with 10+ years' experience in heavy industry environments.
• Proficient in the design, implementation, and maintenance of LV and MV electrical systems.
• Extensive knowledge of substations, transformers, MCC systems, furnaces, vacuum circuit breakers, VSDs, PLCs and protection relay systems.
• Skilled in PLC fault finding, fault diagnostics, root cause and failure mode analysis (RCA/FMEA), and condition monitoring.
• Expertise in switchgear solutions to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
• Ability to optimize voltage distribution and integrate electrical systems for enhanced performance.
• Proficient in panel wiring with meticulous attention to detail, including design and layout for optimal functionality and ease of maintenance.
• Ensure 100% compliance with statutory and internal electrical safety standards.
• Implement energy efficiency initiatives and optimize spares inventory to reduce costs.

AUTHORITY
To stop any machine at any time if there is a potentially dangerous or life threating situation.
To stop and prevent damage to any equipment or machinery.
To grant leave to his subordinates.
To authorize store requisitions.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Matric
BSc/B-Tech degree in Electrical Engineering or Qualified Electrician
Minimum of 7 - 10 years post qualification experience
Minimum of 4 - 5 years supervisory / management experience
Experience in "heavy industrial environments" is essential

Reference: JHB001484-MS-1

Respond to business request to ensure infrastructure availability and safety.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Life cycle planning of assets.
• Achieve high level of availability, reliability and operability of infrastructure/assets with minimum cost to contribute to business sustainability and profitability.
• Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
• Ensure that maintenance contracts are aligned to company requirements to comply with stakeholder and related legislative requirements to ensure continuous operations.
• Identify and apply viable technology and strategies to improve equipment efficiencies and lifecycle costing.
• Ensure continuous improvement to various infrastructure in the department to increase equipment reliability and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Keep current with the latest equipment, technologies and maintenance methods to ensure best practice.
• Ensure company maintenance contracts are in place.
• Manage overall governance and provide input into contract specifications.
• Ensure effective and compliant contract management and that work is executed in accordance with contract (time frame, SLA, Scope, quality, budget, contractors).
• Compile business case for capital approval.
• Forecast and review cash flow on a monthly basis.
• Determine project costs (part of feasibility study).
• Execute expenditure approval within DLA.
• Compile, manage and account for relevant budgets according to business requirements and specifications.
• Manage stock levels according to minimum quantities advised and order when necessary.
• Review monthly and quarterly stock counts.
• Perform quality inspection on maintenance work done and implement/propose remedial action where necessary.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (4 years - 480 credits) in Engineering/BSC Mechanical/Electrical.

Package & Remuneration

Annually.

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Reference: JHB001484-MS-1

Respond to business request to ensure infrastructure availability and safety.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Life cycle planning of assets.
• Achieve high level of availability, reliability and operability of infrastructure/assets with minimum cost to contribute to business sustainability and profitability.
• Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
• Ensure that maintenance contracts are aligned to company requirements to comply with stakeholder and related legislative requirements to ensure continuous operations.
• Identify and apply viable technology and strategies to improve equipment efficiencies and lifecycle costing.
• Ensure continuous improvement to various infrastructure in the department to increase equipment reliability and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Keep current with latest equipment, technologies and maintenance methods to ensure best practice.
• Ensure company maintenance contracts are in place.
• Manage overall governance and provide input into contract specifications.
• Ensure effective and compliant contract management and that work is executed in accordance with contract (time frame, SLA, Scope, quality, budget, contractors).
• Compile business case for capital approval.
• Forecast and review cash flow on a monthly basis.
• Determine project costs (part of feasibility study).
• Execute expenditure approval within DLA.
• Compile, manage and account for relevant budgets according to business requirements and specifications.
• Manage stock levels according to minimum quantities advised and order when necessary.
• Review monthly and quarterly stock counts.
• Perform quality inspection on maintenance work done and implement/propose remedial action where necessary.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (4 years - 480 credits) in Engineering/BSc Mechanical/Electrical.

Package & Remuneration

Annually.

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Reference: JHB001484-MS-1 Respond to business request to ensure infrastructure availability and safety. Duties & Responsibilities Life cycle planning of assets. Achieve high level of availability, reliability and operability of infrastructure/assets with minimum cost to contribute to business sustainability and profitability. Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices. Ensure that maintenance contracts are aligned to company requirements to comply with stakeholder and related legislative requirements to ensure continuous operations. Identify and apply viable technology and strategies to improve equipment efficiencies and lifecycle costing. Ensure continuous improvement to various infrastructure in the department to increase equipment reliability and stakeholder satisfaction. Keep current with latest equipment, technologies and maintenance methods to ensure best practice. Ensure company maintenance contracts are in place. Manage overall governance and provide input into contract specifications. Ensure effective and compliant contract management and that work is executed in accordance with contract (time frame, SLA, Scope, quality, budget, contractors). Compile business case for capital approval. Forecast and review cash flow on a monthly basis. Determine project costs (part of feasibility study). Execute expenditure approval within DLA. Compile, manage and account for relevant budgets according to business requirements and specifications. Manage stock levels according to minimum quantities advised and order when necessary. Review monthly and quarterly stock counts. Perform quality inspection on maintenance work done and implement/propose remedial action where necessary. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree (4 years - 480 credits) in Engineering/BSc Mechanical/Electrical. Package & Remuneration Annually. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reference: JHB001484-MS-1 Respond to business request to ensure infrastructure availability and safety. Duties & Responsibilities Life cycle planning of assets. Achieve high level of availability, reliability and operability of infrastructure/assets with minimum cost to contribute to business sustainability and profitability. Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices. Ensure that maintenance contracts are aligned to company requirements to comply with stakeholder and related legislative requirements to ensure continuous operations. Identify and apply viable technology and strategies to improve equipment efficiencies and lifecycle costing. Ensure continuous improvement to various infrastructure in the department to increase equipment reliability and stakeholder satisfaction. Keep current with the latest equipment, technologies and maintenance methods to ensure best practice. Ensure company maintenance contracts are in place. Manage overall governance and provide input into contract specifications. Ensure effective and compliant contract management and that work is executed in accordance with contract (time frame, SLA, Scope, quality, budget, contractors). Compile business case for capital approval. Forecast and review cash flow on a monthly basis. Determine project costs (part of feasibility study). Execute expenditure approval within DLA. Compile, manage and account for relevant budgets according to business requirements and specifications. Manage stock levels according to minimum quantities advised and order when necessary. Review monthly and quarterly stock counts. Perform quality inspection on maintenance work done and implement/propose remedial action where necessary. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree (4 years - 480 credits) in Engineering/BSC Mechanical/Electrical. Package & Remuneration Annually. HR Services, Recruitment & Selection #J-18808-Ljbffr