Electrical Support Technician

Network2; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Network2 in Paarl, South Africa, seeks an Electrical Support Technician to join our forward-thinking engineering team. You will assist with electrical fault finding, commissioning support, system documentation, site support, and stakeholder communication, traveling as needed to client sites.

The role offers exposure to energy, renewable energy, IoT systems, and diverse technical projects, requiring a practical problem-solver who can work independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in energy, electrical, renewable energy or related technical environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Exposure to commissioning and support of electrical systems.
• Basic understanding of IT systems, networking, and electronics advantageous.
• Knowledge of local electrical regulations and safety standards.
• Experience with electrical design or single-line diagram software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical fault finding and commissioning support.
• Prepare and maintain system documentation and site reports.
• Provide on-site support and liaise with clients and contractors.
• Communicate with stakeholders and coordinate activities.
• Travel to client sites within South Africa and Southern Africa as required.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Commissioning support

System documentation

Site support

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Education

N3–N6 Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Single-line diagram software

Microsoft Office

Networking basics

Job description

Join a forward-thinking engineering team at the forefront of renewable energy and smart technology solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically driven Electrical Support Technician who enjoys problem-solving, client interaction, and working on cutting-edge energy systems.

Our client, a well-established engineering and technology company, is seeking an Electrical Support Technician to join their dynamic team in Paarl. This role offers the opportunity to work with innovative energy, power backup, renewable energy, and IoT systems while providing technical support to clients and contractors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with electrical fault finding, commissioning support, system documentation, site support, and stakeholder communication. This position offers exposure to diverse technical projects and the opportunity to travel within South Africa and Southern Africa.

Education:

• N3 to N6 qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Additional tertiary electrical coursework will be advantageous.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum 2 years' experience within the energy, electrical, renewable energy, or related technical environment.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Exposure to commissioning and support of electrical systems.
• Basic understanding of IT systems, networking, and electronics would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of local electrical regulations and safety standards.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office and electrical design or single-line diagram software.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and administrative skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Willingness to travel for on-site support and commissioning activities.