Apprentice Industrial Electrician

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship program

Competitive wages

Career progression

Safety culture

Mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking motivated individuals to train as Apprentice Industrial Electricians. The program covers installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in industrial facilities, with hands-on experience under supervision.

You will learn to read schematics, operate diagnostic tools, and perform routine inspections, with safety at the forefront and opportunities for full-time employment upon completion.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent, preferably with technical subjects.
• Strong interest in industrial electrical work and safety commitment.
• Understanding of electrical principles and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Willingness to work in demanding industrial environments, including heights.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial electrical equipment.
• Learn to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on machinery, control panels, and power supplies.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify electrical faults.
• Maintain records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Interest in electrical work

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting basics

Hand and power tools

Reading schematics

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Multimeter

Screwdriver set

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking motivated and safety-conscious individuals to train as Apprentice Industrial Electricians in Nelspruit . This program focuses on the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems within industrial facilities. You will gain hands-on experience with complex machinery, control systems, and power distribution networks, working under the guidance of experienced industrial electricians. This is an excellent opportunity to enter a vital trade with high demand, developing specialized skills critical to the manufacturing and industrial sectors in Mpumalanga . If you have a strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety, this apprenticeship could be the start of a successful career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial electrical equipment and systems.
• Learn to read and interpret electrical schematics , blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on machinery, control panels, and power supplies.
• Use specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to identify electrical faults.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant safety standards, regulations, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair activities.

Requirements

• A strong interest in industrial electrical work and a commitment to safety.
• Good understanding of electrical principles and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to work with various hand and power tools safely.
• Physical fitness and willingness to work in demanding industrial environments, including heights.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Must possess a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent, preferably with technical subjects.

Benefits

• Comprehensive apprenticeship program with specialized industrial training.
• Competitive apprentice wages with regular increases based on skill acquisition.
• Exposure to advanced industrial electrical systems and technologies.
• Potential for full-time employment and career progression as a qualified industrial electrician.
• A robust safety culture and mentorship from seasoned professionals.