Electrical & Instrumentation Assistant (Contractor)

Connexbluetech; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 682,500 - 1,137,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

International flights where applicable

Visa and work permit assistance

Accommodation

Site transport

Job summary

Connexbluetech is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Assistant (Contractor) for onshore oil & gas projects in Cape Town. The role is hands-on and site-based, requiring good physical fitness and the ability to work safely at heights.

The successful candidate will assist technicians with equipment installations, cable routing, and site support. An understanding of basic electrical principles and safety awareness is essential. Candidates should be open to international travel.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow technical instructions.
• Must be medically fit for industrial site work and working at heights.
• Not afraid of heights and able to climb structures daily.

Responsibilities

• Assist with laying and routing of electrical and instrumentation cables.
• Support Senior Technicians during commissioning activities.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work areas.

Skills

Basic electrical or electronic knowledge

Basic hand tool experience

Good physical fitness and mobility

Comfortable working safely at heights

Strong awareness of workplace safety

Job description

Electrical & Instrumentation Assistant (Contractor)

Onshore Oil & Gas Installation & Commissioning Projects

Our client is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Assistant (Contractor) to support installation and commissioning activities on onshore oil & gas projects. This is a hands‑on, site‑based role suited to candidates who are physically fit, safety‑conscious, and comfortable working at heights in industrial environments.

The successful candidate will assist Senior Technicians and Engineers with radar systems, flow meters, weighing systems, instrumentation installation, cable routing, and general site support activities across industrial facilities and tank farms.

Key Responsibilities

Installation Support

• Assist with laying and routing of electrical and instrumentation cables
• Support cable glanding and termination preparation
• Assist with the installation of radar level equipment
• Support the installation of flow meters and weighing systems
• Assist with mounting field instrumentation and associated hardware
• Carry tools, materials, and equipment as required
• Assist with basic electrical and mechanical site activities

Site Support & Commissioning

• Support Senior Technicians during commissioning activities
• Assist with equipment inspections and verification
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work areas
• Follow project procedures and site instructions
• Assist with the loading and unloading of project materials

Working at Heights

• Climb storage tanks approximately 10–20 metres high
• Work at elevated positions for extended periods when required
• Utilize fall protection equipment correctly at all times
• Follow all working-at-heights procedures and safety requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Basic electrical or electronic knowledge
• Basic hand tool experience
• Ability to follow technical instructions
• Good physical fitness and mobility
• Ability to work outdoors in industrial environments
• Comfortable working safely at heights
• Strong awareness of workplace safety

Oil & Gas Safety Requirements

Candidates must be willing and able to:

• Follow oil & gas HSE procedures and policies
• Work within permit‑to‑work systems
• Attend toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Use PPE correctly at all times
• Maintain safe working practices on site

Medical & Physical Requirements

• Medically fit for industrial site work
• Medically fit to work at heights
• Not afraid of heights
• Able to climb tanks and stair structures daily
• Able to stand and work for long periods

Preferred Experience

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Previous industrial or oil & gas site experience
• Basic instrumentation knowledge
• Working at Heights certification/training
• International travel experience
• Valid passport
• Valid driver's license
• Experience within petrochemical or industrial environments

Work Environment

Projects may be conducted at:

• Tank farms
• Oil & gas terminals
• Industrial process facilities
• Remote onshore project locations

Contract Details

• Project‑based contractor role
• Estimated duration: 20–40 days depending on project requirements
• International travel may be required

Client May Provide

• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• International flights where applicable
• Visa and work permit assistance
• Accommodation
• Site transport

Reporting To

• Senior Technician
• Site Supervisor
• Project Manager
• Appointed client representative