Electrical Supervisor

MC Design & Contracting; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

MC Design & Contracting in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, seeks an Electrical Supervisor to lead electrical activities across project lifecycles. You will plan workloads, oversee manufacturing, installations, commissioning and handover while ensuring safety, scope, time and quality compliance.

Responsibilities include managing schedules, budgets, and resource allocation; coordinating with clients and contractors; supervising teams; and driving continuous improvement across electrical operations.

Qualifications

• Matric or N3 is required.
• Valid Wireman’s License (Installation or Master Electrician).
• Code 08 driver’s license and own transport are required.
• 3–5 years supervisory experience in electrical manufacturing/installation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage detailed project schedules and resources.
• Ensure targets, milestones and budgets are met.
• Coordinate electrical work across sites and with contractors.
• Oversee multiple projects and prioritise tasks by urgency.
• Liaise with clients and provide progress updates.
• Procure materials and manage consumables for install activities.
• Monitor labour hours and control costs to avoid overruns.
• Maintain delivery schedules for equipment and installations.
• Supervise electrical manufacturing, installation, and commissioning teams.
• Perform site inspections and quality checks against specs.
• Uphold health, safety, housekeeping and environmental standards.
• Support mechanical tasks when required.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and documentation controls.
• Provide progress reports to Electrical Contracts Manager.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Mentor junior staff and develop departmental skills.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

OHSA knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

Travel readiness

Education

Matric / N3

Wireman’s license

Code 08 driver’s license

Tools

E-Plan

Job description

Port Elizabeth, South Africa | Posted on 05/13/2026

We are looking for an electrical supervisor to join our dynamic team at MC Design & Contracting. The Electrical Supervisor is responsible for leading, coordinating, and supervising all electrical activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring work is delivered safely, within scope, on time, and to the required quality standards. This includes planning and prioritising workloads, overseeing electrical manufacturing, installations, commissioning, and handover, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, client specifications, ISO standards, and company procedures. The role requires effective resource allocation, technical problem-solving, cost control, and the ability to maintain strong customer relationships while driving continuous improvement across all electrical operations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and manage detailed project schedules, labour plans, and resource allocations.
• Ensure project targets, milestones, and budgets are consistently achieved.
• Coordinate electrical work activities across the plant or client site, ensuring alignment with other departments and contractors.
• Manage multiple electrical projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks based on urgency and operational impact.
• Liaise with clients to ensure satisfaction, resolve concerns, and provide progress updates.
• Procure raw materials, components, tooling, and consumables required for manufacturing and installation activities.
• Monitor and control labour hours, overtime, and productivity to avoid scope creep and cost overruns.
• Establish, track, and maintain delivery schedules for manufactured equipment and site installations.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to electrical manufacturing, installation, and commissioning teams.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and ensure adherence to project specifications, drawings, and standards.
• Maintain a high focus on health, safety, housekeeping, and environmental compliance always.
• Perform mechanical tasks and/or support mechanical teams as required during project execution.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant ISO standards and documentation controls.
• Provide progress reports and feedback to the Electrical Contracts Manager as required.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior employees and contribute to skills development within the department.
  

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric (Grade 12) or National Technical Certificate (N3).
• Valid Wireman’s License (Installation Electrician or Master Electrician).
• Proven experience in Industrial Contracting is essential.
• Previous experience within the automotive industry, industrial automation environment, or manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Valid Code 08 driver’s license.
• Own reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home for extended periods when required.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• 3–5 years proven supervisory or team leadership experience in an electrical manufacturing or installation environment.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, quality control plans, and E-Plan designs.
• Strong understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of cable routing, panel wiring, commissioning procedures, and instrumentation will be advantageous.
• Familiarity with fault-finding, testing, and verification techniques.
  

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to coach and delegate effectively.
• Professional communication with clients, managers, team members, and contractors.
• Customer-focused approach with strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and long hours when required.
• Punctual, reliable, proactive, and results-driven mindset.
  

Work on diverse, large-scale industrial projects across South Africa

Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary teams

Be part of a company that values innovation, quality, and people

• Competitive remuneration and growth opportunities