Auto Electrician Global Grade 08

Barloworld Equipment (Pty) Ltd; Khâi-Ma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment supplier in South Africa is seeking an experienced Auto Electrician to perform electrical repairs and maintenance on Earthmoving Equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience with Caterpillar machines and possess strong troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include handling customer breakdowns, compiling service reports, and ensuring adherence to safety practices. Candidates should be qualified as Auto Electricians with a solid understanding of electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience on electric and electronic systems on Caterpillar machines.
• Sound knowledge of safety rules & mining operations.
• Good understanding of Caterpillar electrical and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out auto-electrical repairs and maintenance on Earthmoving Equipment.
• Deal with all customer auto electrical breakdowns quickly and efficiently.
• Compile accurate customer service reports and parts lists for repairs.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical report writing

Education

Grade 12, Qualified Auto - Electrician

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIS

STW & ET

Job description

Key Output

• Carry out auto-electrical repairs and maintenance on Earthmoving Equipment in workshops or on customer sites
• Remove and install auto electrical components
• Ensure safe work practice
• Quickly and efficiently deal with all customer auto electrical breakdowns
• Maintain professional image when representing BWE on customer site
• Compile accurate customer service reports
• Compile accurate parts list needed for machine repairs
• Effective self‑management and performance ownership
• Comply with Contamination control requirements
• Control own admin (labour booking, service reports, part returns, expenses etc.)
• Maintain field service vehicle and equipment

Qualification, Experience and Competencies

• Grade 12, Qualified in relevant trade (Auto - Electrician)
• Minimum 5 years’ post‑qualification experience on electric and electronic systems on Caterpillar machines
• Sound knowledge of safety rules & mining operations
• Good troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in electrical and electronic systems
• Machine specific technical knowledge and skills
• Good understanding of Caterpillar electrical and electronic system
• Applicable attachments product operation knowledge
• Knowledge and/or exposure to ISO quality systems.
• Good technical report writing skills
• Good computer literacy (SIS, STW & ET, Microsoft Office) knowledge.
• Valid Drivers licence
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Machine specific technical knowledge and skills
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Numerical reasoning