Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Stable employment

Safety-focused environment

Contribution to critical infra

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure reliable operation of facilities on-site. You will handle preventative and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment, read schematics, and support safety and operational excellence in Gauteng's industrial environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with experience in industrial maintenance and familiarity with PLC systems and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in electrical maintenance in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of motors, drives, control panels, and power distribution.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot faults.
• Familiarity with PLC systems and industrial automation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for all electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults and malfunctions in machinery and control systems promptly.
• Conduct regular inspections of electrical installations, identifying potential hazards and areas for improvement.
• Manage electrical spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption to operations.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of new electrical equipment and technologies.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Safety consciousness

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliable operation of their facilities in Soweto . This on-site role is essential for maintaining and improving the electrical infrastructure, minimizing downtime, and enhancing operational efficiency. You will be responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment and systems, working closely with the operations and technical teams. The ideal candidate possesses strong diagnostic skills and a commitment to safety and operational excellence within the industrial setting of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for all electrical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults and malfunctions in machinery and control systems promptly.
• Conduct regular inspections of electrical installations, identifying potential hazards and areas for improvement.
• Manage electrical spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance activities with minimal disruption to operations.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of new electrical equipment and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant technical qualification.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, motors, drives, control panels, and power distribution.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical issues and reading complex electrical schematics.
• Experience with PLC systems and industrial automation is advantageous.
• Commitment to on-site work and adherence to strict safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for overtime work.
• Training and development in maintenance technologies.
• Stable employment with a reputable company.
• A safety-focused work environment.
• Contribution to maintaining critical infrastructure.