Electrician

Tsebo Solutions Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Electrician to maintain and supervise electrical systems and equipment. The ideal candidate must have a Wireman’s License, a 2-Year Diploma as an Electrician, and at least three years of experience. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety regulations, stakeholder engagement, and managing time effectively for daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing electrical repairs.
• Wireman's License required.
• 2-Year Diploma / Trade Test as an Electrician.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical systems & equipment as per schedule.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations.
• Engage with internal customers for repair-related requirements.

Skills

Time management

Health & safety management

Electrical troubleshooting

Customer Centricity

Attention to detail

Education

2-Year Diploma / Trade Test as an Electrician

Wireman's License

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain Electrical Systems & Equipment
  • Check in with the helpdesk office for scheduled jobs after the completion of each job and at the end of each work day.
  • Responsible for time management of jobs scheduled each day.
  • Prepare necessary tools and PPE for the day ahead.
  • Respond to requests relating to electrical equipment and systems installations, repairs and upgrades in line with scheduled repairs and preventative maintenance plans.
  • Conduct investigations and diagnose system or equipment faults. Troubleshoot and complete repairs in line with identified faults.
  • Set up wiring and electrical systems to specification and standard. Test the installation of a new electrical systems, to ensure its proper performance, and locate shorts and system breaks.
  • Locate the source of the problem, and repair or replace the wiring and conduits as needed.
  • Inspect and audit electrical supplies, machinery and systems and address any risk areas and check compatibility and safety of the components.
  • Install conduits and run electrical wiring to feed switches, circuit breaker panels and relays.
  • Keep management up to date and feedback on status and challenges with regards repairs and installations.
  • Store and secure parts and tools needed in line with regulations and SOPs.
• Electrical Compliance
  • Inspect and test different electrical systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Store electrical assets; technical stock and parts in line with regulations. Maintain Personal Protective Equipment in line with specifications and regulations.
  • Keep up to date with latest trade knowledge and skills in line with updated equipment and systems; as well as regulations around electrical requirements.
  • Keep up to date with policies and procedures for installing, maintaining and repairing electrical equipment or machinery; as well as revised testing or installation procedures, and align practices.
  • Keep up to date with the handling of various tools including saws, screwdrivers, pliers and knives, as well as the use of power tools, test meters, pipe threaders and conduit benders.
    Shift Supervision (If relevant)
  • Complete and sign off on inspection registers for electrical equipment, systems, etc.
  • Interact and be available to understand and assist clients with requests, special requirements, recommendations, concerns, resolution of complaints, etc.
  • Supervise contractors / junior staff appearance and handling of equipment.
  • Report and resolve any issues experienced.
  • Supervise the control of stock and operating equipment as per SOP.
  • Complete supporting job / work card admin / paperwork.
  • Provide support to contractors or staff on escalated technical electrical queries.
  • Follow up on fault logging until resolution.
  • Provide information and make recommendations regarding products and services that will meet operational requirements.
• Electrical Compliance Standards & Governance
  • Ensure all work conducted is aligned to legislative compliance around health, hygiene, safety and the environment.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Engage with internal customers to understand challenges; issues and repair related requirements.
  • Provide relevant stakeholders with updates of electrical, outages and scheduled shutdowns when required.
  • Engage with contractors, suppliers and junior staff to ensure deliverables are met timeously.
  • Engage with management with regards security; health and safety and critical technical breaches or anomalies.
• Skills and Competencies
  • Knowledge required involves the practical application of work procedures and processes.
  • Planning is generally on a short-term basis (within 3 months) and within regular activity cycles.
  • Communicates, co-ordinates and interacts with others in the value chain to ensure electrical and wiring repairs, installations and upgrades are resolved.
  • Ability to manages one's time to ensure that objectives are achieved effectively and on time.
  • Working experience of health & safety management and legislation.
  • Motivating others / gaining co-operation.
  • Attention to detail and quality.
  • Building Positive Working Relationships.
  • Customer Centricity & Stakeholder focus.
• Qualifications
  • 2-Year Diploma / Trade Test as an Electrician.
  • Wireman’s License is a requirement.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing electrical repairs.