ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN (EDENVALE)

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa seeks a motivated Electronic Technician responsible for supporting customers, performing installations and maintenance of communication and monitoring systems. Candidates should possess a strong technical aptitude, hands-on experience in electronics, and excellent communication skills. The role requires reliability and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of basic electronics and fault-finding principles.
• Hands-on experience with alarm systems, control panels, and security communication infrastructure.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office and basic networking.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support customers and perform installations and maintenance.
• Ensure smooth operation of communication and monitoring systems.

Skills

Strong understanding of basic electronics

Hands-on experience with alarm systems

Good working knowledge of MS Office

Excellent communication skills in English or Afrikaans

Reliability and strong administrative skills

Education

B-Tech or equivalent qualification in Electronics

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Electronic Technician with strong technical aptitude and hands‑on experience in electronics, communications, and security systems. The role involves supporting customers, performing installations and maintenance, and ensuring the smooth operation of communication and monitoring systems.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of basic electronics and fault‑finding principles.
• Hands‑on experience with alarm systems, control panels, and security communication infrastructure.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and basic networking.
• Excellent communication skills in English or Afrikaans; customer‑focused and service‑oriented.
• Reliable, organized, and diligent with strong administrative skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

Advantageous Skills:

• RF and VHF repeater network experience.
• GSM communication and SIM card knowledge.
• Advanced networking and server/database experience.
• B-Tech or equivalent qualification in Electronics or related field.