EC&I Site Supervisor

DRA; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gauteng is seeking an experienced E&I Supervisor to oversee electrical and instrumentation teams in mining operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and certifications in electrical systems. Responsibilities include managing maintenance, enforcing compliance with safety regulations, and ensuring operational safety and reliability. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Red Seal Electrician.
• Experience with HV/MV systems and instrumentation.
• Strong leadership skills to manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical and instrumentation teams.
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Perform maintenance on substations and reticulation systems.

Skills

Electrical reticulation (HT / LT systems)

Instrumentation testing and calibration

Control systems and automation exposure

Supervisory management and safety enforcement

Education

Red Seal Electrician (Section 13)

N3 Certificate – Engineering Studies

HV / MV Operating (NQF4)

Job description

Job Profile: E&I Supervisor

Position Summary

Experienced E&I Supervisor with strong technical background in electrical, control, and instrumentation systems across both underground and surface mining operations.

Skilled in overseeing maintenance, repairs, and installations on HV / MV reticulation, substations, transformers, conveyors, pumps, and associated EC&I infrastructure.

Known for enforcing compliance with statutory regulations and ensuring safe, reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electrical and instrumentation teams in underground and surface environments.
• Manage maintenance and installation of substations, transformers, reticulation systems, conveyors, and pumping stations.
• Perform HV / MV switching, fault finding, and troubleshooting on electrical and control equipment.
• Oversee inspection, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation, monitoring, and protection systems.
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act, Codes of Practise (COPs), and fatal risk protocols.
• Conduct risk assessments, enforce safety procedures, and drive quality standards in line with legislation and OEM requirements.
• Manage materials, work permits, and coordination with contractors and operational staff.

Core Competencies

• Electrical reticulation (HT / LT systems)
• Substations and transformer maintenance
• Instrumentation testing and calibration
• Control systems and automation exposure
• Underground and surface installation and maintenance
• Supervisory management and safety enforcement

Qualifications & Certifications

• Red Seal Electrician (Section 13)
• N3 Certificate – Engineering Studies
• HV / MV Operating (NQF4)
• Medium Voltage & Substation Training
• PV Solar Systems (ECA)
• Task Analysis & Leadership Training