Electrician

Profile Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Part time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking an Electrician for a manufacturing company in East London. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications such as Grade 12, N4 in the electrical field and a recognized trade certificate. Candidates must possess 5+ years’ experience in electrical wiring, fault finding, and modification of electrical systems. Familiarity with PLC systems is essential and candidates will need to work overtime as required. The position starts temporarily with a potential for permanent employment based on performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Electrical wiring, fault finding and modification.
• Background in PLC’s, computer systems, and electronics.
• Complete understanding of Plant electrical systems, including DC voltage.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and installation of industrial electromechanical & control systems.
• Create parts list and determine wiring routes according to SANS10142 standards.
• Work independently in troubleshooting and repairs on PLC’s and components.

Skills

Electrical wiring

Fault finding

Modifications on electrical panels

PLC systems

Self-motivated

Education

Grade 12

N4 in the electrical field

Qualified artisan (Electrician)

Electrical Engineering qualification

Wireman’s License

PLC Certificate

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allan Bradley PLC

Telemacnet PLC

Delta PLC

Job description

Electrician required for a manufacturing / packaging company based in East London

Immediately available candidates will be preferred. Appointments will initially be made on a temporary basis, with the opportunity for permanent employment thereafter, subject to performance and operational requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12
• N4 in the electrical field
• Qualified artisan (Electrician) with recognised trade certificat
• One of the following would be an added advantage: Electrical Engineering qualification / Wireman’s License / PLC Certificate

Job Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in Electrical wiring, fault finding and modification on both building electrical and machine electrical panels
• Background in PLC’s, computer systems and electronics
• Added advantageous if you have experience in Siemens / Allan Bradley / Telemacnet / Delta PLC’s
• Complete understanding of Plant electrical systems, including DC voltage
• Must be prepared to work after hours, standby/call outs and weekend overtime as the need arises
• Self-motivated

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Day to day trouble shooting, repair, maintenance and installation of low and high voltage (single/three phases) industrial electromechanical & control systems for utility & production equipment.
• Create parts list and determine best routes for conduit runs and wiring in accordance with SANS10142 standards for both building electrical and machine electrical panels.
• Work independently in troubleshooting and repair problems with PLC’s and related components when required.
• Assist with system start-ups and operational checkouts on systems including configuration, wiring, calibration, grounding and power testing.