Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Industrial Plants

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 680,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer for its industrial operations based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role is hybrid, combining on-site maintenance of complex electrical systems with remote planning and analysis, to ensure reliability and safety of electrical infrastructure and to support production schedules.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in high/low voltage distribution, motor control, and instrumentation, and will diagnose faults,

Qualifications

• Strong background in industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with high/low voltage distribution.
• Knowledge of motor control and instrumentation.
• Proven ability to diagnose faults and implement corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair complex electrical systems and equipment.
• Plan and analyze maintenance remotely as needed.
• Ensure reliability and safety of electrical infrastructure.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Respond to electrical emergencies and manage maintenance projects.
• Analyze electrical performance data for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to minimize production disruption.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

High & low voltage distribution

Motor control

Instrumentation

Preventative maintenance

Electrical safety & compliance

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer for their industrial operations based in **Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape**. This hybrid role involves significant on-site responsibilities for the maintenance and repair of complex electrical systems and equipment, complemented by remote planning and analysis. You will be tasked with ensuring the reliability and safety of all electrical infrastructure within the plant, implementing robust preventative maintenance programs, and responding effectively to electrical emergencies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial electrical systems, including high and low voltage distribution, motor control, and instrumentation. Your expertise will be crucial in diagnosing faults, implementing corrective actions, and managing electrical maintenance projects. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to the operational efficiency and safety of a major industrial facility. The hybrid aspect allows for focused on-site work combined with the flexibility of remote diagnostic support and reporting. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure minimal disruption to production schedules while maintaining the highest standards of electrical safety and compliance. Your ability to analyze electrical performance data and implement continuous improvement strategies will be highly valued. Join our client and take on a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of electrical systems in **Port Elizabeth**, ensuring consistent and safe operations in a dynamic industrial environment. Your contributions are vital to the sustained success and technological advancement of their **Eastern Cape** facility.