Electrician

Phakisa Holdings (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 246,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Phakisa Holdings (Pty) Ltd in Durban is seeking a trade-tested Electrician to perform fault-finding, diagnostics, and electrical installation work. You will apply hands-on skills to maintain and repair electrical systems, and work safely with instrumentation knowledge.

The role requires reading electrical drawings, carrying out testing and commissioning, and solving problems under pressure. You will contribute to a clean, safe workshop and collaborate with other technicians to ensure project

Qualifications

• Trade-tested Electrician with a recognised electrical trade qualification.
• Proven hands-on electrical experience is required.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and electrical drawings/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting on equipment and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults safely and efficiently.
• Carry out electrical installation work as required.
• Perform electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Work with instrumentation systems and basic commissioning of equipment.
• Identify issues and recommend corrective action to ensure safety and quality.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with safety standards.
• Work independently and with other technical personnel.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Electrical installations

Preventative maintenance

Instrumentation knowledge

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Trade-tested Electrician

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting on equipment and electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults efficiently and safely.
• Carry out electrical installation work as required.
• Perform electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Work with and have a sound understanding of instrumentation systems.
• Conduct testing and basic commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Identify potential electrical issues and recommend corrective action.
• Ensure all electrical work is completed according to required safety standards.
• Work independently as well as alongside other technical personnel.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Trade-tested Electrician with a recognised electrical trade qualification.
• Proven hands‑on electrical experience.
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of instrumentation .
• Experience with electrical installations and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Good understanding of electrical safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Must be reliable, practical and solution-oriented.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Electrical fault-finding
• Electrical installations
• Preventative and breakdown maintenance
• Instrumentation knowledge
• Problem-solving and diagnostics
• Technical understanding
• Attention to detail
• Safety awareness
• Hands‑on approach