Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Safe work environment

Central leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee facility electrical systems in Pretoria. Lead a team of electricians, plan maintenance schedules, and implement preventative programs to maximize uptime and asset performance.

The role requires a strong industrial electrical background, leadership, and safety-focused mindset to support critical infrastructure in the Pretoria area.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial electrical maintenance.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and PLCs.
• Experience with high voltage equipment and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the electrical maintenance team.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance schedules.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults efficiently and safely.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance records.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Schematic interpretation

Team supervision

Education

Trade Test Certificate (Electrician) or equivalent

Tools

PLC knowledge

High voltage safety

Electrical schematics reading

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a highly organized and technically proficient Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the maintenance operations for their facilities in Pretoria . This role is crucial for ensuring the continuous and safe operation of all electrical systems and equipment. You will lead a team of electricians, manage maintenance schedules, and implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and optimize asset performance. The successful candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical maintenance and possess excellent leadership qualities, contributing to the operational integrity of our client's infrastructure in the administrative capital, Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the daily activities of the electrical maintenance team.
• Develop and execute comprehensive preventative maintenance schedules for all electrical equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults and breakdowns efficiently and safely.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to electrical work.
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing training and development for the maintenance team.

Requirements

• Trade Test Certificate (Electrician) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems , control circuits, and PLCs.
• Experience with high voltage equipment and safety procedures.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunitytoleadaskilledteaminacriticaloperationalrole.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive work environment focused on safety and efficiency in Pretoria .
• Contribution to maintaining essential infrastructure within the organization.