High-Voltage Industrial Electrician - Flexible Hours

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician with High Voltage expertise to join our client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will maintain, repair, and install HV electrical systems across industrial facilities, ensuring safe operation of power distribution, substations, and heavy machinery.

The role demands hands-on troubleshooting, adherence to HV safety standards, and the ability to read schematics and diagrams.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrician with Trade Test Certificate and HV training.
• Minimum 5 years as Industrial Electrician; at least 3 years on HV systems.
• Strong knowledge of HV theory, safety standards, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read HV schematics and diagrams.
• Experience with HV testing equipment and industrial power distribution.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to commute to Nelspruit.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair HV equipment including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and MCCs.
• Perform routine inspections and diagnostic tests on HV systems.
• Troubleshoot faults in HV equipment and power distribution networks.
• Adhere to HV safety procedures and regulations at all times.
• Read and interpret high-voltage schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Assist in commissioning and testing of new HV installations.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance, repair, and testing activities.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure safe operations.
• Respond to emergency electrical situations and implement corrective actions.
• Stay updated on HV technology and safety practices.

Skills

High voltage knowledge

Troubleshooting

Industrial electrical experience

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Power distribution

Education

Trade Test Certificate

HV training

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician with High Voltage expertise to join our client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will maintain, repair, and install HV electrical systems across industrial facilities, ensuring safe operation of power distribution, substations, and heavy machinery.

The role demands hands-on troubleshooting, adherence to HV safety standards, and the ability to read schematics and diagrams.