On-Site Apprentice Electrical Technician — Mentorship

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 4,000 - 6,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship

Hands-on experience

Trade qualifications

Stipend

Safe environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Apprentice Electrical Engineering Technician for a hands-on role at our client’s site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will work alongside experienced engineers, assisting with installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical control systems and power distribution networks.

The program offers structured training, mentorship, and opportunities to earn trade qualifications while gaining practical experience in an industrial environment on-site.

Qualifications

• A strong academic foundation in Mathematics and Physical Science.
• A keen interest in electrical engineering, automation, and control systems.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and components.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work meticulously and follow instructions accurately.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation and commissioning of electrical equipment and control systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on electrical machinery and infrastructure.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults and implement corrective actions.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Support senior technicians in wiring, testing, and repairing electrical components.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company procedures during all electrical work.
• Contribute to the documentation of maintenance activities and repair logs.
• Participate in training sessions to develop skills in various electrical engineering disciplines.
• Assist with inventory management of electrical parts and supplies.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Skills

Math & Science

Electrical interest

Electrical principles

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Apprentice Electrical Engineering Technician for a hands-on role at our client’s site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will work alongside experienced engineers, assisting with installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical control systems and power distribution networks.

The program offers structured training, mentorship, and opportunities to earn trade qualifications while gaining practical experience in an industrial environment on-site.