Industrial Electrical Technician

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a skilled Industrial Electrical Technician to maintain and repair electrical systems and machinery across manufacturing operations. You will diagnose faults, perform preventative maintenance, and support new installations to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires a qualified electrician, experience in industrial controls, PLCs, VSDs, and instrumentation, with the ability to work shifts.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Electrician with N3 or equivalent.
• Experience as Industrial Electrical Technician in manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, PLCs, variable speed drives, and instrumentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; strong diagnostic skills; willing to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment including motors, control panels, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance inspections to minimize downtime and ensure reliability.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals to diagnose faults.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist in commissioning of new electrical installations and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.

Skills

Industrial control systems

PLCs

Variable speed drives

Instrumentation

Education

Trade certificate (Electrician)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and reliable Industrial Electrical Technician to join their operational team in Pretoria . This hands‑on role is crucial for maintaining the electrical systems and machinery that keep their manufacturing processes running smoothly and efficiently. You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on a wide range of industrial electrical equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for a tradesperson who takes pride in their work and enjoys the challenge of keeping complex industrial operations operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial electrical equipment, including motors, control panels, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
• Conduct regular preventative maintenance inspections and procedures to minimize downtime and ensure operational reliability.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics , blueprints, and technical manuals to diagnose and repair faults.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist in the commissioning of new electrical installations and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.

Requirements

• Qualified Electrician with a relevant trade certificate (e.g., N3 or equivalent).
• Proven experience as an Industrial Electrical Technician in a manufacturing or heavy industry environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control systems , PLCs, variable speed drives, and instrumentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent diagnostic and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime as required by operational needs.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for skills development and training on new technologies.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a key industrial player.
• Pretoria -based role with consistent operational hours.