Industrial Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Reliability

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliability and safety of industrial electrical systems. You will plan and execute preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and drive improvements to minimize downtime.

The role requires a Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years in heavy industry, with proficiency in schematics, testing equipment, and lockout/tagout.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical maintenance, preferably in heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of electrical troubleshooting and maintenance procedures.
• Familiarity with safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and manuals.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventative and corrective maintenance schedules for electrical equipment.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults across high, medium, and low voltage systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to minimize downtime.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the reliability and safety of industrial electrical systems. You will plan and execute preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and drive improvements to minimize downtime.

The role requires a Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years in heavy industry, with proficiency in schematics, testing equipment, and lockout/tagout.