Generator Specialist South Africa

Matase Industrial Solutions; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits

Basic salary

Job summary

Matase Industrial Solutions is seeking a generator specialist to oversee electrical designs, programming, testing, and commissioning of generators.

Based in Alberton, Johannesburg, the role reports to the General Manager of Projects and Engineering and requires travel across regions. The ideal candidate will be self-starting, highly organized, and possess strong generator industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• N4–N6 electrical certificate required.
• At least 3 years of experience in synchronizing and programming generators.
• Valid driver’s license; code C1 preferred with PrDP advantageous.
• Willing to work shifts, public holidays and weekends.
• Willing to travel long distances; Medical fitness certificate.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Technical report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, approving, and assisting in electrical designs.
• Programming generator controls (Deep Sea, Lovato, Comap, DSE Gateways).
• Testing generators onsite and at factory stage.
• Synchronization of generators (programming, cabling, wiring, and testing).
• Electrical fault finding.
• Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Attending factory acceptance tests, site visits, and site acceptance tests.
• Assisting sales teams with technical costings and planning at the tender stage.

Skills

Electrical design

Generator programming

Testing

Fault finding

Leadership

Technical report writing

Communication

Education

N4-N6 Electrical certificate

Tools

Deep Sea

Lovato

Comap

DSE Gateways

Job description

Introduction

Matase Industrial Solutions is seeking a generator specialist. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the overview of electrical designs, programming, testing, and commissioning of generators. The role reports into the General Manager of Projects and Engineering at Head Office located in Alberton, Johannesburg. Travelling across various regions will be required from time to time. The incumbent will also be required to work closely with Production and Stores departments. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, highly organized, and have strong knowledge of the generator industry.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviewing, approving, and assisting in electrical designs.
• Programming of various generator controls (Deep Sea, Lovato, Comap, DSE Gateways).
• Testing of generators onsite and at factory stage.
• Synchronization of generators (programming, cabling, wiring, and testing).
• Electrical fault finding.
• Testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system.
• Attending factory acceptance tests, site visits, and site acceptance tests.
• Assisting sales teams with technical costings and planning at the tender stage.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• N4-N6 Electrical certificate in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in synchronizing and programming generators.
• Valid driver’s license & preferable code C1 license with PrDP being advantageous.
• Must be prepared to work shifts, public holidays, and weekends.
• Willing to travel long distances. Medical Certificate of Fitness.
• Logical thinker with attention to detail.
• Technical report writing skills.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Package & Remuneration

Basic Salary + Company benefits