Earthmoving Auto-Electrician: Field & Workshop Specialist

Barloworld Equipment; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Barloworld Equipment is seeking an Auto-Electrician to carry out repairs and maintenance on earthmoving equipment at workshops or on customer sites. You will remove and install auto electrical components and respond quickly to breakdowns while upholding a professional image.

The role requires 5+ years of post-qualification experience with Caterpillar electrical systems, strong fault-finding skills, safety awareness, and valid driving credentials.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and auto-electrician trade qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience on electric/electronic systems on Caterpillar machines.
• Sound knowledge of safety rules and mining operations.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in electrical/electronic systems.
• ISO quality systems knowledge.
• Valid Driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out auto-electrical repairs and maintenance on Earthmoving Equipment in workshops or on customer sites.
• Remove and install auto electrical components.
• 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.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

Grade 12 & Auto-Electrician trade

Tools

SIS

STW

ET

Microsoft Office

Job description

Barloworld Equipment is seeking an Auto-Electrician to carry out repairs and maintenance on earthmoving equipment at workshops or on customer sites. You will remove and install auto electrical components and respond quickly to breakdowns while upholding a professional image.

The role requires 5+ years of post-qualification experience with Caterpillar electrical systems, strong fault-finding skills, safety awareness, and valid driving credentials.