Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance incentives

Professional development

Stable employment

Exposure to diverse equipment

Job summary

Placements24 client in Welkom seeks a Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer to oversee all electrical maintenance activities onsite and drive reliability improvements across equipment and systems.

You will develop proactive maintenance strategies, lead a skilled team of technicians, ensure safety compliance, and optimize maintenance budgets while supporting production targets and performance reporting.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, motor control, and instrumentation.
• Experience with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and diagnostic tools.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a technical team.
• Excellent understanding of safety regulations and procedures in an industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive electrical maintenance programs, including preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Lead, train, and supervise a team of electrical maintenance technicians, ensuring high performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of all electrical systems, machinery, and equipment.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Investigate electrical faults and failures, performing root cause analysis and implementing permanent solutions.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage maintenance budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with production and engineering departments to minimize equipment downtime and support operational goals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and generate performance reports.

Skills

Electrical leadership

Industrial electrical

Preventive maintenance

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

CMMS software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity in the manufacturing and processing industry, is looking for an experienced Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer to oversee and direct all electrical maintenance activities at their facility in Welkom. This pivotal role ensures the continuous and efficient operation of all electrical equipment and systems. The Lead Electrical Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing proactive maintenance strategies, managing a team of skilled technicians, and ensuring compliance with all safety and operational standards. The focus will be on minimizing downtime, optimizing maintenance schedules, and driving improvements in equipment reliability and lifespan. This is a critical on-site role, essential for maintaining the operational integrity of our client's production capabilities in the Free State region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive electrical maintenance programs, including preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Lead, train, and supervise a team of electrical maintenance technicians, ensuring high performance and adherence to safety protocols.
• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of all electrical systems, machinery, and equipment.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Investigate electrical faults and failures, performing root cause analysis and implementing permanent solutions.
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage maintenance budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with production and engineering departments to minimize equipment downtime and support operational goals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and generate performance reports.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, power distribution, motor control, and instrumentation.
• Experience with maintenance management systems (CMMS) and diagnostic tools.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a technical team.
• Excellent understanding of safety regulations and procedures in an industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and technical manuals.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Welkom for this permanent, on-site role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Stable and secure employment within a reputable organization.
• Exposure to diverse industrial equipment and processes.