Industrial Electrical Maintenance Tech | Shift-Ready & On-Call

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for its client in Queenstown, South Africa. The role focuses on maintaining plant electrical systems, diagnosing faults, and implementing preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will read schematics, service motors and control panels, and participate in continuous improvement while prioritizing safety and quality on site.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in electrical engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience in electrical maintenance in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Knowledge of safety standards and procedures for electrical work.
• Willingness to work shifts and be on-call if required.
• Legal eligibility to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance on plant electrical equipment, including motors and control panels.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults and perform timely repairs.
• Install, test, and commission new electrical equipment and systems.
• Read electrical schematics and manuals to guide maintenance work.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical Trade Certificate

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician for its client in Queenstown, South Africa. The role focuses on maintaining plant electrical systems, diagnosing faults, and implementing preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will read schematics, service motors and control panels, and participate in continuous improvement while prioritizing safety and quality on site.