Electrician

MC Technology Staffing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee production staff and manage various electrical design projects. The ideal candidate will have strong qualifications including an N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, experience as a Qualified Electrician, and knowledge of PLC systems. This role involves staff training, material assessment, and maintaining compliance with safety standards within the workplace.

Qualifications

• N6 National Diploma required.
• Experience as a Qualified Electrician with Red Seal.
• Wireman's Licence and own transport necessary.

Responsibilities

• Managing production staff and training personnel.
• Costing new designs and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Conducting daily stock checks and maintaining materials flow.

Skills

PLC installation and programming

Electrical design and drafting

3 Phase Wireman

Education

N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Qualified Electrician - Red Seal

Wireman's Licence

Tools

CAD

Revit

SketchUp

Job description

Qualifications / Experience: N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Qualified Electrician - Red Seal. Wireman's Licence.

• 3 Phase Wireman; PLC installation and programming an advantage; Design and programming of PLCs and touch screen control systems.
• Switchboard / chassis design and testing.
• Electrical design and drafting on CAD, Revit, and SketchUp; drafting and updating wiring diagrams.
• Ability to work extra hours when requested to complete projects.
• Own transport required.

Main Job Functions:

1. Managing production staff.
2. Costing new designs, establishing BOM, process data, and layouts for manufacturing.
3. Assessing raw material prices from suppliers and subcontractors.
4. Approving orders for bulk materials based on stock levels and forecasts.
5. Controlling quality, costs, and final product inspection and approval.
6. Training and qualifying personnel; identifying training needs.
7. Improving personnel skills and self-discipline per company policies.
8. Enhancing communication and coordination within the company.
9. Ensuring staff work towards fixed targets.
10. Handling disciplinary inquiries and hearings.
11. Motivating personnel.

Human Resources & Industrial Relations:

1. Recruiting, terminating, and planning staff requirements.
2. Handling union-related issues.
3. Maintaining personnel records.
4. Ensuring a safe workplace; chairing safety meetings; investigating injuries and incidents.

Safety:

1. Ensuring staff use safety equipment and maintain it.
2. Investigating injuries and doing preventative actions.
3. Reporting hazards; attending safety meetings; conducting safety inspections.

Plant Electrical Maintenance:

1. Inspecting and repairing electrical tools and machinery.
2. Ensuring compliance with safety rules and regulations.
3. Addressing safety non-conformances and process optimization for safety.

Stock Taking & Housekeeping:

1. Daily stock checks of consumables and wires.
2. Assisting with monthly stock takes.
3. Maintaining clean work stations and organizing material flow to prevent bottlenecks.