Electrical Technician (P002491)

North West University; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in North West is seeking an Electrical Technician to ensure safety and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical systems. The successful candidate will manage contracts, perform preventative maintenance, and lead a team while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Applicants must have extensive technical experience and relevant qualifications as well as strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years’ technical experience related to field of expertise.
• Must have the relevant requirements to be appointed as GMR 2.7.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance and contract management.
• Preventative / reactive maintenance.
• Manage contractors, Artisans, and Artisan Assistants.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Computer Literacy

Teamwork

Education

Electrical / Mechanical post-school qualification

Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Certificate (NQF Level 7) in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job title : Electrical Technician (P002491)

Job Location : North West, Potchefstroom Deadline : July 15, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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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.
• 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.
• A relevant Electrical / Mechanical post-school 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.

APPLICATIONDEADLINE

• 6 July2025
• Engineering / Technical jobs

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