Electrician

Cls; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 440,000; Full time

Job summary

Cls in South Africa is seeking an experienced Electrician to join its technical team in Pomona, Kempton Park. The role covers on-site installations, repairs, maintenance and customer support for poultry and piggery equipment, with national and international travel.

The successful candidate will perform fault finding, programming, commissioning, and ensure safety standards, working in agricultural environments with after-hours callouts and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years relevant technical experience.
• Experience with installation, repair and servicing of poultry and piggery equipment.
• Electrical wiring, distribution boards, and fault finding.
• Programming and commissioning of technical equipment.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally; after-hours callouts.

Responsibilities

• Install poultry and piggery equipment per customer specs.
• Install electrical wiring and distribution boards.
• Repair, maintain and fault-find equipment.
• Provide on-site customer support and site visits.
• Produce service and installation reports and maintain documentation.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Health & Safety

SKOV/CODAF experience

Admin & reporting

MS Office / software

Education

Matric

Electrical/Mechanical Diploma

Job description

Introduction

Our client, a well-established and reputable supplier of poultry and piggery equipment, is seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to join their technical team based in Pomona, Kempton Park. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality on-site technical services, including installations, repairs, maintenance, and customer support within the agricultural sector. This role requires a hands‑on, solutions‑driven individual who is customer‑focused and willing to travel nationally and internationally.

Job Purpose

To provide professional on‑site technical expertise in the installation, repair, servicing, programming, and maintenance of poultry and piggery equipment. The role focuses on fault finding, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, commissioning, and ensuring optimal performance of installed systems while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Requirements

Minimum education (essential)

• National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering (advantageous)

Minimum applicable experience (years)

• 3–5 years relevant technical experience

Required nature of experience

• Installation, repair, and servicing of poultry and piggery equipment
• Electrical wiring, distribution boards, and fault finding
• Programming and commissioning of technical equipment
• Attending to breakdowns and after‑hour callouts
• Working in agricultural or industrial environments

Skills and Knowledge (essential)

• Strong electrical and mechanical fault‑finding skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety practices and procedures
• Experience with SKOV, CODAF or similar systems (advantageous)
• Strong administrative and reporting ability
• Computer literacy (MS Office & relevant technical software)

Other

• Willingness and Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally, and to attend after‑hours callouts when required.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Proficient in English (Afrikaans advantageous)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND OBJECTIVES

Installations & Commissioning

• Install poultry and piggery equipment according to customer specifications
• Install electrical wiring, distribution boards and related systems
• Assist with project commissioning
• Ensure installations comply with safety standards

Repairs, Maintenance & Fault Finding

• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults
• Conduct repairs and preventative maintenance
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently
• Attend breakdowns and after‑hour callouts

Customer Support & Field Service

• Conduct regular site visits and inspections
• Provide on‑site customer support
• Resolve customer queries and technical concerns
• Maintain strong client relationship

Administration & Reporting

• Complete job cards accurately and timeously
• Produce detailed service and installation reports
• Maintain technical documentation
• Assist with stock taking where required

Operational Support & Compliance

• Assist Operations Manager and installation teams
• Oversee ongoing projects when required
• Adhere to Health & Safety standards and procedures
• Stay updated with technological developments in the industry