Industrial Maintenance Electrician

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Training and development

Safe working environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to join their Pretoria-based team. The role focuses on maintaining electrical systems and machinery, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring safety and minimal downtime in an industrial setting.

You will read schematics, perform preventative maintenance, and collaborate with mechanical peers to keep production running smoothly in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Industrial Electrician with a recognized trade qualification.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems, machinery, and automation.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and blueprints.
• Strong safety knowledge in an industrial electrical environment.
• Experience with AC/DC motors, control systems, and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, machinery, and control panels in an industrial setting.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals to diagnose faults and plan repairs.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance and identify potential issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical breakdowns, including motors, control circuits, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
• Ensure all work complies with current electrical codes, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Respond promptly to emergency electrical maintenance requests to minimize production interruptions.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read electrical diagrams

PLC knowledge

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Industrial Electrician

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a skilled and experienced Industrial Maintenance Electrician to join their operations team in Pretoria . This role is essential for maintaining the electrical systems and machinery within our client's industrial facilities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and minimal downtime. You will be responsible for troubleshooting complex electrical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and undertaking repairs to keep production running smoothly. This position requires a strong understanding of industrial electrical codes, safety procedures, and the ability to work collaboratively with mechanical teams in a demanding production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, machinery, and control panels in an industrial setting.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals to diagnose faults and plan repairs.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment to ensure optimal performance and identify potential issues.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical breakdowns, including motors, control circuits, PLCs, and power distribution systems.
• Ensure all work complies with current electrical codes, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Respond promptly to emergency electrical maintenance requests to minimize production interruptions.

Requirements

• Certified Industrial Electrician with a recognized trade qualification.
• Proven experience working with industrial electrical systems, machinery, and automation.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding electrical diagrams and blueprints.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols and best practices in an industrial electrical environment.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing AC/DC motors, control systems, and PLCs is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production facility located in Pretoria .

Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary reflecting experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for continued training and professional development.
• A stable work environment with a focus on safety and operational excellence.