Electrician

Tolcon Group; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Tolcon Group in South Africa is seeking a qualified electrician with red seal/trade test and wireman’s license to join our field team. You will work on complex electrical systems, perform repairs, and support installations at sites nationwide.

The role requires travel, strong safety adherence, and a proactive, self-motivated approach. The position emphasizes adherence to electrical codes, OH&S standards, and company policies, with opportunities to contribute to energy efficiency initiatives and

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is a minimum educational requirement.
• Red Seal/Trade Test and Wireman’s license are required qualifications for electricians.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and safety-orientation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain complex electrical systems.
• Pull in and terminate large cables.
• Oversee installation of electrical infrastructure for new builds, upgrades, and expansions.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and certification of electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with national electrical codes, OH&S standards, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and certifications.
• Lead risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Advise management on electrical infrastructure planning and upgrades.
• Support energy efficiency initiatives and sustainability projects.
• Provide input into budgets, procurement, and resource allocation for electrical works.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Self-management

Trustworthy

Ethical conduct

Physical fitness

Willingness to travel

Education

Grade 12

Red Seal / Trade Test

Wireman’s license

Job description

Qualifications and Skills

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12.
• Qualified electrician red seal/trade test and wireman’s license
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Deadline driven.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Highly motivated individual with strong self-management skills.
• High level of trustworthiness and ethical conduct.
• The daily physical demands are those required of an electrical assistant.
• The candidate must be physically fit.
• The person will be required to travel to sites.
• The work environment characteristics are those encountered in a typical environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain complex electrical systems, including high-voltage equipment.
• Pulling in of large cables and termination of cables
• Oversee installation of electrical infrastructure for new builds, upgrades, and expansions.
• Conduct inspections, testing, and certification of electrical systems
• Ensure compliance with national electrical codes, occupational health and safety standards, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and certifications.
• Lead risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Advise management on electrical infrastructure planning and upgrades.
• Support energy efficiency initiatives and sustainability projects.
• Provide input into budgets, procurement, and resource allocation for electrical works.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols

This job specification outlines the main duties of the role and is not an exhaustive list. By applying, you consent to the Company processing your personal information in line with PoPI, which may include reference, credit, and background checks. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and a medical assessment may be required in terms of OHS legislation. The Company is committed to workplace transformation and upholding its Employment Equity objectives. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities as well as candidates from designated groups.

Kindly note should you not be contacted within 2 weeks of your application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.