Assistance Maintenance: Electrical

South African Bank Note Company; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is looking for an Assistant Maintenance Electrical based in Gauteng, South Africa. This role involves assisting technicians in maintenance tasks to ensure optimal equipment availability. The ideal candidate should have at least 3-5 years of relevant experience, a Grade 12 education, and an Electrical Trade Test Certificate. Strong basic electrical troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with workshop tools are essential. The company values diversity and encourages applications from under-represented groups.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Assistant Maintenance Electrical.
• Ability to work with hands to remove and fit components in machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assist artisans and technicians with maintenance activities.
• Ensure tools and resources are available for maintenance tasks.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce equipment failures.
• Follow safety regulations and identify hazards.

Skills

Basic electrical troubleshooting

Understanding of electrical components

Hands-on experience with workshop tools

Education

Grade 12

Electrical Trade Test Certificate

Job description

Purpose:

The purpose of this role is to assist artisans and technicians to ensure optimal availability of plant and equipment by minimizing downtime through the effective execution of preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance.

Main Responsibilities (not limited to):

• To assist artisans and technicians in executing all maintenance activities to the required standard.
• To ensure resources, tools and equipment are available to perform preventative maintenance effectively as instructed by the Artisans and Technicians.
• To perform housekeeping duties for the workshop and other working areas.
• To complete small projects as identified and under the supervision of a qualified person.
• To actively identify and report potential hazards in order to mitigate risks.
• Perform repairs on equipment and components in line with Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) standards and best workmanship practices to restore normal operation.
• Carry out preventive maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability and reduce the risk of unexpected failures.
• Contribute to root cause analysis in conjunction with Artisans and Technicians by providing accurate information, offering recommendations, and implementing corrective actions.
• Adhere to safety regulations and procedures by identifying and mitigating hazards related to assigned tasks, and escalating those that cannot be resolved immediately.

The Preferred Candidate is likely to have:

• Grade 12.
• Electrical Trade Test Certificate.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Assistant Maintenance Electrical.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of basic electrical troubleshooting, including fault-finding and component replacement.
• Basic understanding of electrical components such as PLCs, VSDs, Motors and etc.
• Ability to work with hands to remove and fit components in machinery under guidance of artisan or technician.
• Hands‑on experience with workshop tools and machinery (e.g., grinders, drill press, pipe benders).

Internal applicants should apply on the SABN careers portal on the intranet by uploading detailed CV’s and copies of qualifications. External applicants should apply on Careers24 website by uploading detailed CV’s, ID copy, copies of qualifications and recent pay slip. No applications will be considered if the supporting documents are not submitted.

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SABN is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of SABN and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.

Should you not hear from us within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SABN reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised. Prospective applicants must be willing to undergo a series of assessments and security clearance process as prescribed by the National Key Point Act.