Electrical Artisan

Mintek Pty Ltd.; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Mintek Pty Ltd. in Randburg is seeking an Electrical Artisan to install, commission and maintain electrical systems within the plant environment. The role requires practical experience with electrical circuits, diagrams, and safety standards, including QHSE compliance.

Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years in electrical field and plant settings, holding a trade certificate as Electrician. The position is permanent and market-related remuneration is offered.

Qualifications

• N3/Matric plus trade certificate as Electrician.
• Ideal - N4 plus trade certificate as Electrician.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain electrical wiring, equipment and apparatus.
• Read and interpret electrical circuits and drawings.
• Ensure safety and quality of work per SHEQ policies.
• Plan and execute electrical tasks as per job cards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical circuits design

Reading electrical diagrams

Safety compliance

Education

N3/Matric + trade certificate

Ideal - N4 + trade certificate

Tools

Multimeter

Megger tester

Tong tester

Job description

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for an Electrical Artisan. All suitably qualified and experiencedcandidates are invited to apply.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Installation, operation and maintenance of electrical equipment, apparatus and instruments

• Examine electrical problems, identify source of problems and determine method for repair by electricalcircuit diagrams.
• Design and interpret electrical circuits.
• Read, interpret and work from electrical circuits and drawings.
• Assist with commissioning and maintenance of test facilities.
• Competent to operate 11Kv medium voltage switchgear equipments within the Mintek substation.

Understanding of electrical specifications and regulations

• Assist Supervisor with QA/QC inspections.
• Determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do the jobs.
• Inspecting subcontractor's workmanship (where sub-contractor work is applicable).
• Understand and interpret electrical laws, codes, rules and SANS 10142 standards pertaining toelectrical construction and maintenance.
• Test individual plant components or system as per prescribed procedures to ensure that the overall plant function is achieved.
• Understand electrical network reticulation of Mintek.

Adhere to Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) policies and procedures

• Perform risk assessments for every task assigned (HIRA).
• Take control of the workmanship and safety of trade workers/operators.
• Ensure that Mintek's safety standards and procedures are sustained with regard to electrical work and to uphold prescribed safety standard procedures in the workspace.
• Recommend improved work practices and amendments to procedures affecting workmanship and safetymatters.
• Assist the supervisor with performing Safety inspections.

Job duties of electrical workshop & field activities

• Assemble, install and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, and apparatus using hand tools.
• Connect conductors to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
• Install and connect power and control cable to equipment such as motors and electrical distribution boards.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring equipment using devices such as multimeter, megger tester, tong tester to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Place conduit inside designated partitions, walls or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires orcables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Responsible for station lockout/tag out procedures as mandated by company policy.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment based on job specifications and local codes.
• Work from the ladders, scaffolds, and roods to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring and equipement.

Job activities related to administration work

• Completion of job-cards.
• Plan and organise work.
• Train others in basic electrical tasks.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Completion of schedules as per job cards.
• Share functional expertise.
• Do corrective / preventative maintenance on existing installations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPEPERIENCE

• N3/Matric plus trade certificate as Electrician
• Ideal - N4 plus trade certificate as Electrician
• At least 5 years' experience in electrical field and plant environment and be able to do troubleshooting on the different electrical circuits.

TRAINING

• Passed trade test and a completed apprenticeship in electrician.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment.
• Prepared to work shifts in hot and dusty plant environments when required.