Electrician

Status Staffing; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 246,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Status Staffing in South Africa is seeking a qualified Electrical Engineer/Electrician to manage production staff and oversee daily activities in a manufacturing environment. You will cost new designs, create BOMs, process data and layouts, and monitor supplier pricing.

A Red Seal with Wireman’s License is essential, along with PLC programming and electrical drawing experience. Hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00.

Qualifications

• N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Qualified Electrician with Red Seal and Wireman’s License.
• Experience in wiring, PLC programming, electrical drawings and electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage production staff and oversee daily activities.
• Cost new designs and establish BOM, process data, and layouts for manufacturing.
• Continuously assess raw material prices from suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Approve orders for all bulk materials based on stock levels and projected forecasts.
• Control quality costs and conduct final product inspection and approval.
• Ensure personnel are adequately trained, qualified, and identify necessary training needs.
• Improve personnel skills and promote self-discipline in line with company policies.
• Foster improved communication and coordination throughout the company.
• Ensure staff meet fixed targets and handle disciplinary actions in accordance with company code.
• Motivate personnel and manage HR functions, including recruitment, termination, and staff planning.
• Handle all union-related issues in industrial relations.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure a safe working environment.
• Chair safety meetings and investigate incidents and injuries.

Job description

EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent

SECTOR : Manufacturing

BASIC SALARY : R22 000.00 – R23 000.00 (Depending on experience)

START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Qualified Electrician - Red Seal with Wireman’s License
• PLC Installation and Programming (advantageous)
• Experience in wiring, PLC programming, electrical drawings, and electrical maintenance
• Must be qualified, have own transport, and hold a Red Seal qualification

DUTIES:

Main Job Functions:

• Manage production staff and oversee their daily activities.
• Cost new designs and establish Bill of Materials (BOM), process data, and layouts for manufacturing.
• Continuously assess raw material prices from suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Approve orders for all bulk materials based on stock levels and projected forecasts.
• Control quality costs and conduct final product inspection and approval.
• Ensure personnel are adequately trained, qualified, and identify necessary training needs.
• Improve personnel skills and promote self-discipline in line with company policies.
• Foster improved communication and coordination throughout the company.
• Ensure staff meet fixed targets and handle disciplinary actions in accordance with company code.
• Motivate personnel and manage HR functions, including recruitment, termination, and staff planning.
• Handle all union-related issues in industrial relations.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure a safe working environment.
• Chair safety meetings and investigate incidents and injuries.

Safety Responsibilities:

• Ensure all staff use issued safety equipment, wear company overalls, and maintain them.
• Investigate incidents of injury (IODs) and implement preventative actions.
• Report all safety hazards to the Production Director.
• Attend safety meetings, conduct inspections, and submit reports.
• Oversee plant electrical maintenance and ensure machinery, tools, and electrical systems are in proper working condition.
• Ensure compliance with departmental and plant safety rules.
• Address all safety non-conformances immediately, escalating unresolved issues to directors.
• Continuously develop process optimization to ensure safety standards.

Stock Taking:

• Monitor stock of consumables and wires daily to ensure work-in-progress (WIP) is not delayed.
• Assist with the monthly stock take (last Saturday of each month).
• Count and maintain records for products, equipment, assets, production tools, machinery, raw materials, WIP, and consumables.

Housekeeping:

• Ensure staff clean their workstations and restrooms daily.
• Organize material and part flow to avoid bottlenecks in the production system.

Special Needs:

• Design and program PLCs and touch screen control systems (TSC).
• Design and test switchboards/chassis.
• Perform electrical design and drafting using CAD, Revit, and SketchUp, updating wiring diagrams and related documents.
• Willingness to work extra hours when required to complete projects.
• Own transport is required.

HOURS:

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00