Executive Electrical Engineering Leader — Power Systems

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Bonus program

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career progression

Relocation support

Leadership role

Dynamic projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineering Manager to lead the electrical engineering department across its facilities. The role focuses on design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring reliability and safety while guiding a large engineering team.

You will manage budgets and capital projects, mentor engineers and technicians, comply with OHSA standards, and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Projects to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Professional registration with ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa) is essential.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in a management or leadership role.
• Extensive experience in power distribution, motor control, industrial automation, and instrumentation.
• Proven experience managing large capital projects and budgets.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and procedures (e.g., OHSA).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Electrical Engineering department, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the design, specification, and installation of electrical systems, power distribution, and control systems for new projects and upgrades in Vereeniging.
• Ensure all electrical designs comply with national and international standards, codes, and safety regulations.
• Manage electrical maintenance programs to ensure optimal uptime and reliability of plant equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of electrical engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Operations, Maintenance, Projects) to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Develop and implement electrical safety procedures and ensure adherence throughout the organization.
• Manage external engineering consultants and contractors engaged for electrical projects.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in electrical engineering and power systems.
• Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making related to the company's electrical infrastructure in South Africa.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical engineering

Power distribution

Motor control

Industrial automation

Instrumentation

Project management

Budget management

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineering Manager to lead the electrical engineering department across its facilities. The role focuses on design, implementation, and maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring reliability and safety while guiding a large engineering team.

You will manage budgets and capital projects, mentor engineers and technicians, comply with OHSA standards, and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Projects to