Field Technician

Bidvest Facilities Management; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in Klerksdorp is seeking a qualified Electrician to oversee maintenance at various sites. Responsibilities include executing preventative and corrective maintenance, managing work standards, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have a National N4 in Electrical Engineering, a valid driver's license, and 3–5 years experience in maintenance. Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Corrective Maintenance (CPM).
• Experience in GSM and core network telecommunications environment.
• Electrician (26D) or Section 28 Electrician/Wireman’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the ASSIGNED sites according to the scope of work.
• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
• Ensure tools and equipment are well-maintained.

Skills

Preventative Maintenance

Corrective Maintenance

Good written communication skills

Education

National N4-Electrical Engineering Trade Theory

Matric/Grade 12

Valid Code 10 EB Driver’s License

Job description

ROLE PURPOSE

Maintaining site maintenance on ASSIGNED sites according to the required scope of work specified by the customer. The role involves driving planned preventative, corrective, and emergency maintenance on non-network infrastructure such as air-conditioning, electrical plant, and general infrastructure to support the business maintenance strategy and client service standards. Providing technical support to Regional Managers, Portfolio Managers, and Junior Portfolio Managers.

MAIN OUTPUTS

• Maintain the ASSIGNED sites according to scope of work and instructions/standards provided.
• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
• Ensure tools, vehicles, test equipment, laptops, and cellphones are well-maintained, checked for condition, and recorded in a register.
• Comply with health and safety requirements of Bidvest FM and the client’s site-specific standards.
• Follow access procedures and update work status in accordance with procedures.
• Restore sites within SLA to standard.
• Adhere to quality requirements as stipulated by the scope of work.
• Manage assistants daily to ensure team performance; report deviations to management.
• Identify site enhancements and obtain authorization to proceed.
• Complete tasks onsite within allocated timeframes.
• Follow management instructions.
• Keep your email and company phone operational at all times.
• Answer phone calls promptly during duty hours and return calls when off duty.
• Report unsafe work situations to management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

The applicant must meet the following requirements:

• National N4-Electrical Engineering Trade Theory.
• Electrician (26D) or Section 28 Electrician/Wireman’s License.
• Refrigeration Trade Test (not mandatory but advantageous).
• Matric/Grade 12.
• Valid Code 10 EB Driver’s License; 4x4 and advanced driving experience are advantageous.
• 3-5 years experience in Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Corrective Maintenance (CPM).
• Experience in GSM and core network telecommunications environment.

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

• Initiative and proactivity.
• Deadline-driven and highly motivated.
• Stress tolerant.
• Good written communication skills.
• Customer focus.
• Innovative thinking.
• Problem analysis.
• Planning, scheduling, and objective setting.
• Teamwork and partnering.
• Relationship building.
• Interactive reasoning.