Electrical Technician (P002491)

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

North-West University is seeking an Electrical Technician for its Potchefstroom Campus. The successful candidate will ensure the safety and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment. With responsibilities in compliance and team management, this permanent position offers a competitive salary in line with the market. Candidates must have substantial technical experience and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years’ technical experience related to the field of expertise.
• Must meet requirements to be appointed as GMR 2.7.
• Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all electrical and mechanical equipment is maintained according to regulations.
• Manage faulty equipment repairs to SANS regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections and compliance checks.

Skills

Maintenance

Compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical/Mechanical post-school qualification

Accredited Trade qualification

Job description

Position Summary

Industry: Education & Training

Job category: Electrical Engineering

Location: Potchefstroom

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

About Our Company

NWU

Introduction

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) DIVISION: FACILITIES POSITION NUMBER: P002491 VACANCY: ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN PEROMNES GRADE: P8 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To ensure that all electrical (HT & LT) and mechanical equipment and machines are in safe working condition and maintained according to all regulations. To be appointed as the GMR 2.7 for Potchefstroom Campus.

Key Responsibilities

General Maintenance and contract management

• Ensure all faulty equipment are repaired to SANS regulations.
  
  

Preventative/ reactive maintenance

• Manage work orders as per IWMS system, draft schedules and manage budgets.
  
  

Compliance: Regular inspections on equipment

• Ensure Compliance: Do inspections and report.
  
  

Control permit system

• Ensure all work are done according to regulations and safety requirements.
  
  

Manage contractors, Artisans and Artisan Assistants

• Ensure all work are done by artisans and follow up and train where needed.
  
  

Communication between user, contractor and Artisan

• Update User as per requirements and keep the systems statuses updated.
  
  

Standby and standby generators

• React in the event of mayor failure, ensure emergency power and communicate.
  
  

Key Functional/ Technical Competencies

• Ability to prepare planning schedules with measurable intermediate goals.
• Good verbal communication and report-writing skills.
• Computer Literacy: MS Excel and specialized programmes applicable to function.
• Advanced knowledge of infrastructure processes.
• Emergency power generation and 11000V switching OHRVS.
  
  

Key Behavioural Competencies

• Enthusiastic team player with positive social & interpersonal skills.
• Able to operate with minimum supervision.
• Pro-active and innovative problem-solver.
• Resolve problems and manage personnel reporting to him/her.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant Electrical/Mechanical post-school qualification.
• A relevant accredited Trade qualification.
• Must have the relevant requirements to be appointed as GMR 2.7.
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ technical experience related to field of expertise.
  
  

Added Advantages

• A bachelor’s degree/Advanced Certificate (NQF Level 7) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Design/Project Management.
• Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
• A government certificate of competency.
  
  

Remuneration

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Hendrik Esterhuizen on 072 3160 1869

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Akhona Maqungo on 018 299 2624

CLOSING DATE: 06 July 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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