Industrial Electrical Technician

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Medical aid

Provident fund

On-site training

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Industrial Electrical Technician to join their manufacturing operations in Vereeniging. This on-site role focuses on installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems to ensure plant reliability and production continuity.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems, PLCs, VFDs, and motor controls, with a strong commitment to safety and efficient problem-solving in a busy industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualification or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Engineering Studies.
• Proven experience as an Industrial Electrical Technician.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, PLCs, VFDs, and motor controls.
• Ability to read and understand complex electrical drawings.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to health and safety standards in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical machinery, control systems, and power distribution equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform corrective maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist in the commissioning of new equipment and systems.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

PLC systems

VFDs

Troubleshooting

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Industrial Electrical Technician to join their manufacturing operations in Vereeniging. This is a hands-on, on-site role focused on the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment within a busy industrial plant. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and safety of all electrical machinery, contributing directly to the continuity of production. The ideal candidate will have a strong practical understanding of industrial electrical systems, troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical machinery, control systems, and power distribution equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform corrective maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and company policies.
• Assist in the commissioning of new equipment and systems.

Requirements

• Relevant trade qualification or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Engineering Studies.
• Proven experience as an Industrial Electrical Technician.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, PLCs, VFDs, and motor controls.
• Ability to read and understand complex electrical drawings.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to health and safety standards in an industrial environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Opportunities for overtime work.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and provident fund.
• On-site training and skill development.
• Stable employment within a well-established industrial company.