Electronic Technician

Perfect Placement Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking an experienced Electronic Technician for a full-time role based in Umhlanga, Durban. The role involves hands-on work with advanced electronic systems, including installation, testing, and troubleshooting. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and significant technical experience. Willingness to relocate to Durban is required. This position offers a great opportunity to work in a specialized technical team and contribute to innovative projects.

Benefits

Temporary accommodation for relocating candidates

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electronic Technician or in a similar technical role.
• Strong understanding of electronic systems, cabling, and system integration.
• Experience in technical, engineering, or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, and integration of advanced electronic systems.
• Testing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting electronic systems and connections.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and technical standards.

Skills

Electronic systems understanding

Cabling

System integration

Troubleshooting

Education

Relevant electronic or technical qualification

Job description

Job title: Electronic technician - technical role

Location: Umhlanga, Durban

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: Market-related, based on experience

Accommodation: Temporary accommodation can be arranged for relocating candidates

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electronic Technician to join a specialised technical team based in Umhlanga, Durban. This is a hands‑on technical role involving advanced electronic systems, including work on cabling and system integration connecting hydrogen-based technology to engine components.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, and integration of advanced electronic systems
• Technical work involving cabling and connectivity between hydrogen systems and engine components
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system schematics
• Testing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting electronic systems and connections
• Ensuring all work complies with safety, quality, and technical standards
• Working closely with engineering and technical teams where required

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electronic Technician or in a similar technical role
• Relevant electronic or technical qualification
• Strong understanding of electronic systems, cabling, and system integration
• Experience working in technical, engineering, or industrial environments
• Ability to work independently and manage complex technical tasks
• Willingness to relocate to Durban (Umhlanga) if not currently based in the area

Advantageous Requirements (Not Essential)

• Engineering background or prior experience in engineering-driven roles
• Exposure to alternative energy systems, hydrogen technology, or advanced system integrations

By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm:

1. That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching/ POPI Policy.
2. Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.
3. That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.

PLEASE NOTE: Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.