Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual leave

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal performance of industrial facilities on-site. You will diagnose faults, perform preventative maintenance, and implement upgrades while upholding safety standards.

Role emphasizes strong knowledge of motor controls, PLCs, and reading schematics, with a focus on reducing downtime and improving reliability in a collaborative plant-floor environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 4 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of motor controls and PLCs.
• Ability to read schematics and troubleshoot complex systems.
• Committed to safety and working on the plant floor, both in teams and independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventative maintenance for electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults in machinery, control systems, and power distribution.
• Respond to emergency maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Read and apply technical drawings, schematics and manuals.
• Implement upgrades to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Industrial electrical systems

Motor controls

PLCs

Schematic reading

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of their industrial facilities and equipment. This on-site role is critical for minimizing downtime and maximizing operational efficiency through effective preventative and corrective maintenance strategies. You will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, implementing improvements, and upholding stringent safety standards. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to contribute directly to the operational success of a key industrial player, working within a dedicated team focused on asset management and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all electrical equipment and systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults and malfunctions in machinery, control systems, and power distribution infrastructure.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests to minimize production disruptions.
• Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to guide maintenance and repair activities.
• Implement electrical upgrades and modifications to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety regulations and company policies during maintenance operations.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in electrical maintenance within an industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, and PLCs.
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and troubleshooting complex systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently on the plant floor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Paid annual leave and other statutory benefits.
• Opportunities for further training and professional development.
• A stable and secure working environment with essential operational focus.
• Company-sponsored health and wellness programs.