Electrical Installation Technician — Precise Wiring & Safety

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Career development

Diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Installation Engineer with a strong remote focus to oversee electrical installations across projects. You will guide site teams from a distance, ensuring compliance with design, safety standards, and timelines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in installations, commissioning, or field engineering. Travel to sites will be occasional, and remote collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years in electrical installations, commissioning, or field engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installation practices and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical guidance for installation of electrical equipment and systems.
• Review installation plans and procedures for design intent and safety compliance.
• Monitor progress remotely and propose solutions to keep projects on track.
• Liaise with on-site teams, project managers, and contractors to enable clear communication.
• Coordinate remote inspections and document installation processes and commissioning.

Skills

Remote management

Project coordination

Communication

Electrical installation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Installation Engineer (Remote Focus)

Our client is seeking a dedicated Electrical Installation Engineer to join their innovative team, operating with a significant remote component. This role focuses on overseeing and guiding the installation of electrical systems and infrastructure, often remotely managing site teams or providing expert consultation. You will ensure that installations adhere to design specifications, safety standards, and project timelines, contributing to the successful deployment of electrical solutions across various projects. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, possesses strong organizational skills, and can effectively communicate and coordinate with on-site personnel from a remote location. This is a great opportunity to leverage your expertise in electrical installations within a flexible work framework.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Electrical Installation Engineer to join their innovative team, operating with a significant remote component. This role focuses on overseeing and guiding the installation of electrical systems and infrastructure, often remotely managing site teams or providing expert consultation. You will ensure that installations adhere to design specifications, safety standards, and project timelines, contributing to the successful deployment of electrical solutions across various projects. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, possesses strong organizational skills, and can effectively communicate and coordinate with on-site personnel from a remote location. This is a great opportunity to leverage your expertise in electrical installations within a flexible work framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical guidance and support for the installation of electrical equipment and systems on project sites.
• Review and approve installation plans, schematics, and procedures to ensure compliance with design intent and safety regulations.
• Monitor installation progress remotely, identifying potential issues and proposing timely solutions to keep projects on track.
• Liaise with on-site installation teams, project managers, and contractors to facilitate effective communication and problem-solving.
• Conduct remote inspections or coordinate local inspections of completed installations to verify quality and adherence to standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to installation processes, site reports, and final commissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical installations, commissioning, or field engineering.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation practices, safety standards (e.g., SANS), and project management principles.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and remote management skills.
• Ability to travel to sites periodically for key milestones or critical inspections as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• Professional development support and continuous learning initiatives.
• A collaborative work culture that embraces remote collaboration in Klerksdorp and beyond.