Critical Infrastructure Electrician (12-Month Contract)

South African Airways; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

South African Airways seeks an Electrician for electrical system maintenance across its facilities. You will perform inspections, tests, and repairs, support asset lifecycle planning, and respond to breakdowns while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will manage maintenance records, supervise contracted electricians, and safeguard critical electrical infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Qualifications

• Post-trade experience in facilities management, airport, commercial, industrial, or critical infrastructure environments (2–3 years).
• Trade qualification as Electrician is essential.
• Having a valid Driver's Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) on electrical systems and equipment across facilities.
• Perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Respond to electrical breakdowns and emergency callouts.
• Ensure compliance with OHSA, regulations and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Support asset lifecycle planning and replacement initiatives.
• Monitor and supervise electrical contractors to ensure quality work.
• Ensure availability and reliability of critical electrical infrastructure.

Skills

OHSA compliance

Electrical Regulations

SANS 10142

Facilities management

Electrical maintenance

Asset management

Risk management

Fault finding

Electrical troubleshooting

Planning & organisation

Communication

MS Office

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Trade Test Certificate: Electrician

Electrical Engineering N4–N6

Wireman's Licence (advantage)

OHS/First Aid Training (advantage)

Valid Driver's Licence

Job description

South African Airways seeks an Electrician for electrical system maintenance across its facilities. You will perform inspections, tests, and repairs, support asset lifecycle planning, and respond to breakdowns while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will manage maintenance records, supervise contracted electricians, and safeguard critical electrical infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted operations.