Electrical Technician (Automotive)

Staff Solutions Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an Electrical Technician in Midrand, Gauteng. The candidate will be responsible for electrical installations, maintenance, fault finding, and providing support on automotive-related equipment and systems. Key responsibilities include repairing electrical systems, conducting diagnostics, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a relevant qualification and over three years of experience in the field. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an electrical technician role, preferably in automotive or factory environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and PLCs.
• Ability to conduct fault-finding and diagnostics independently.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components.
• Conduct fault-finding, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance.
• Support project teams with electrical wiring and panel building.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams and schematics.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Fault-finding techniques

Ability to read technical drawings

Education

Electrical Trade Test or relevant qualification

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for electrical installations, maintenance, fault finding, and support on automotive-related equipment and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and components.
• Conduct fault-finding, diagnostics, and preventative maintenance.
• Support project teams with electrical wiring and panel building.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams and schematics.

Requirements:

• Electrical Trade Test or relevant qualification.
• 3+ years of experience in an electrical technician role, preferably in the automotive sector or factory environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, and fault-finding techniques.
• Ability to read technical drawings and work independently.