Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to oversee reliability of electrical infrastructure at facilities in Upington. You will develop and implement maintenance strategies, lead technicians, and troubleshoot complex electrical issues to minimize downtime in a demanding industrial environment.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with at least 5 years in industrial maintenance, strong CMMS experience, and leadership skills to guide a technical team.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance techniques.
• Strong knowledge of power distribution, motor controls and instrumentation.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Proven leadership ability to manage a technical team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective electrical maintenance strategies and schedules.
• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, machinery, and control equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis for electrical failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage a team of electrical maintenance technicians, providing guidance and support.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, electrical codes, and company policies.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment reliability and performance.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Team leadership

Root cause analysis

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of electrical infrastructure and equipment at their facilities in Upington. This role involves developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance strategies, including preventative and predictive maintenance programs, to minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity. You will lead a team of technicians, troubleshoot complex electrical issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a vital role for maintaining operational excellence and safety in the demanding industrial environment of the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective electrical maintenance strategies and schedules.
• Oversee the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems, machinery, and control equipment.
• Conduct root cause analysis for electrical failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage a team of electrical maintenance technicians, providing guidance and support.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, electrical codes, and company policies.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to optimize equipment reliability and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical maintenance within an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Proven experience with predictive and preventative maintenance techniques.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, and instrumentation.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Leadership skills and the ability to manage a technical team effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid professional development and training opportunities.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• A challenging and rewarding role with hybrid work flexibility in Upington.