Artisan (Electrical)

Omnia Group; Sasolburg; À distance; ZAR 240 000 - 360 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Omnia Group in Sasolburg, South Africa, is seeking an Artisan (Electrical) to maintain and repair critical electrical equipment within our MOS (Manufacturing, Operations and Supply Chain) division. You will execute planned maintenance, perform fault-finding, and support shutdown activities to maximise equipment availability and minimize downtime.

You will work within a world-class manufacturing environment, applying electrical expertise to inspections and maintenance while contributing to

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Science is required.
• N2/N3 engineering qualification and Red Seal electrical trade test are essential.

Responsabilités

• Inspect, maintain and repair electrical equipment and systems across the plant.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance and strategic maintenance activities.
• Conduct detailed equipment inspections and provide quality feedback on maintenance activities.
• Apply root-cause analysis to recurring issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support plant shutdown maintenance and downtime reporting.
• Drive safety, 5S and housekeeping practices on site.
• Manage maintenance spares and coordinate with operations for reliability.
• Utilise maintenance job card systems to ensure work is delivered effectively.

Connaissances

Electrical fault-finding

Maintenance troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Maintenance planning

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Accountability & reliability

Customer-focused mindset

Proactive problem-solving

Maintenance systems literacy

Formation

Matric with Mathematics and Science

N2/N3 Engineering qualification

Trade Test (Red Seal) - Electrical

Description du poste

ARTISAN (ELECTRICAL)

Location: Sasolburg, South Africa

Business Unit: Manufacturing, Operations and Supply Chain (MOS) | Electrical

Reports To: Maintenance Controller (Mechanical)

Contract Type: Permanent

Submission Closing Date: 19 November 2026

Join MOS and help build the foundation for sustainable growth.

Omnia's Manufacturing, Operations and Supply Chain (MOS) function enables business performance across the Group through world-class manufacturing, procurement, logistics and supply chain capabilities. Our teams play a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient and reliable operations that support customers across our agriculture, mining and chemicals businesses.

As part of Omnia Holdings Limited (JSE: OMN), you'll join a global, diversified business operating across the agriculture, mining and chemicals sectors. With operations in 23 countries, customers in more than 40 countries, over 70 distribution centres, and approximately 3,800 employees worldwide, Omnia develops innovative products, technologies and services that support food security, responsible mining and sustainable industrial development. Through science, innovation and collaboration, we help customers use resources more efficiently, solve complex operational challenges and create lasting value for a changing world.

At Omnia, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry experts, contribute to meaningful challenges, and grow your career in a purpose-led organisation committed to innovation, learning and sustainable impact.

Innovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future.

ROLE IMPACT

As an Artisan (Electrical), you will play a vital role in maintaining the reliability, safety and operational performance of critical electrical equipment across Omnia's manufacturing operations. This hands-on technical position is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing plant equipment, executing shutdown activities and supporting preventative maintenance programmes that maximise equipment availability and minimise operational downtime.

Working within a world-class manufacturing environment, you will apply your electrical expertise to fault-finding, equipment inspections and maintenance execution while supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, plant reliability and operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance & Equipment Reliability

• Inspect, maintain and repair electrical equipment and systems across the plant.
• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and strategic maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and ensure maintenance schedules are executed effectively.
• Perform advanced fault-finding and troubleshooting to identify and resolve electrical equipment failures.
• Support the achievement of Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) targets through proactive maintenance practices.
• Participate in plant shutdown maintenance activities to ensure equipment readiness and operational continuity.

Quality, Inspection & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct detailed equipment inspections and provide quality control feedback on preventative maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment condition and contribute to the continuous improvement of maintenance practices and standards.
• Apply root-cause analysis methodologies to identify recurring equipment issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Drive initiatives that improve plant reliability, maintenance efficiency and operational performance.

Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Apply and promote safe work practices during all maintenance and operational activities.
• Drive and maintain 5S principles across the work environment.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, discipline and operational excellence.

Operational Support

• Manage and utilise maintenance spares effectively to support operational requirements.
• Participate in downtime and equipment incident reporting processes.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and operations teams to support plant reliability and production objectives.
• Utilise company job card systems and maintenance processes to ensure effective work management and execution.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Matric with Mathematics and Science.
• N2 or N3 Engineering qualification.
• Trade Test (Red Seal) - Electrical.

Experience

• 2-5 years' experience in a maintenance environment as an Artisan.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance, inspections and fault-finding activities.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, industrial or production environment will be advantageous.
• Exposure to preventative maintenance programmes and shutdown maintenance activities.

Key Competencies

• Strong electrical fault-finding, maintenance and troubleshooting capability.
• Excellent problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance systems, job card systems and plant maintenance practices.
• Strong planning, organisational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building capability.
• Ability to work collaboratively across maintenance and operational teams.
• High levels of accountability, reliability and work quality.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.
• Adaptability, initiative and a results-driven approach.
• Computer literacy and the ability to effectively utilise maintenance-related systems and processes.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

A diverse team drives stronger outcomes. At Omnia, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We believe that diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds strengthen our ability to innovate, solve complex challenges and create sustainable value. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates who share our commitment to excellence, collaboration and making a positive impact.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST

Thank you for considering a career with Omnia. We appreciate the time and effort invested in your application. Our Talent Acquisition team carefully reviews every application received. While only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we encourage you to keep exploring future opportunities within the Omnia Group as we continue to grow our teams across agriculture, mining and chemicals. We wish you every success in your career journey and thank you for your interest in being part of our purpose: Innovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future.