Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Placements24; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 469.000 - 692.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career advancement opportunities

Tools and safety equipment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Durban seeks an experienced Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to lead a technical team and oversee electrical maintenance across sites. You will supervise electricians, schedule preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot complex faults to ensure reliability and safety.

The role requires strong leadership, deep technical knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, VFDs, and control panels, plus the ability to read schematics and blueprints.

Formación

• Extensive experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within electrical maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, VFDs, and control panels.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Relevant electrical trade qualification or certification.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of electrical maintenance personnel.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for electrical systems.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical faults with minimal disruption.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and oversee procurement.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and promote safety culture.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team supervision

Electrical expertise

PLC/VFD knowledge

Reading schematics

Educación

Electrical trade qualification

Herramientas

PLC

VFDs

Control panels

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to lead their technical team in Durban . This role is critical for maintaining the electrical infrastructure and systems of our operational sites, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance. You will be responsible for supervising a team of electricians, coordinating maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting complex electrical issues. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, deep technical expertise in electrical systems, and a commitment to fostering a safe and productive work environment, directly impacting operational continuity and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor a team of electrical maintenance personnel .
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for all electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, and lighting.
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical faults and failures, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Ensure all work performed complies with relevant electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage the inventory of electrical spare parts and equipment, and oversee procurement processes.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and promote a culture of safety awareness within the team.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in industrial electrical maintenance .
• Proven experience in a supervisory or team lead role within an electrical maintenance context.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs , VFDs, and control panels.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Relevant electrical trade qualification or certification.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly remuneration package.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialized training in electrical engineering.
• A challenging yet supportive work environment focused on operational excellence.
• Company-provided tools and safety equipment.