Electrician

Persona Staff; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Technician to oversee maintenance and repairs of plant equipment. In this vital role, you will conduct daily inspections, perform diagnostics, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Your expertise in electrical systems and root cause analysis will be crucial in minimizing breakdowns and enhancing operational efficiency. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and quality, and contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining high standards in plant operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about electrical engineering and looking to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage all electrical requirements of plant equipment.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance of plant equipment.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs on electrical components and machinery.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Root Cause Analysis

Plant Inspections

Proficiency in Electrical Drawings

Education

Technical Certification in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC Systems

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide input to the maintenance schedule for repairs and servicing according to Scheduled, Planned Emergency, Life Cycle, and Preventative Maintenance programs.
• Conduct daily plant inspections to identify hazards, assess distribution boards, motor control circuits, wiring, and operational efficiency of plant equipment.
• Document job requirements for maintenance and repairs.
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on electrical components, circuits, equipment, electrical motors, and plant machinery.
• Respond swiftly and effectively to equipment breakdowns.
• Apply root cause analysis principles to assess and document breakdown causes.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate ways to reduce breakdowns, improve spare part availability, and assess lifespan of parts and plant machinery.
• Perform PLC fault finding, diagnostics, and maintenance.
• Ensure all electrical installations comply with regulations.
• Maintain adherence to health & safety, environmental, food safety, quality, and housekeeping standards in line with company, legislative, and industry requirements.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Ability to take responsibility for all electrical requirements of the plant and its equipment.
• Proficiency in reading electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Valid driver's license and own reliable transport.