Lead EV Electrician - HV Systems & Diagnostics

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & certifications

Health coverage

Job summary

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng is seeking a Lead Automotive Electrician with a specialization in Electric Vehicle technology. The role oversees diagnostics and repair of EV/hybrid systems, mentors junior staff, and drives service protocol improvements for cutting-edge automotive technology.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years as an automotive electrician, with 3+ years in EV systems, HV safety certification, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years as Automotive Electrician with 3+ years in EV systems
• HV safety certification (IMI Level 3 or equivalent)
• Proven leadership or mentoring within a technical team

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced diagnostic and repair procedures for EV and hybrid systems
• Troubleshoot EV battery, motors, inverters and charging systems
• Read and interpret EV electrical schematics and docs
• Use EV diagnostic tools to pinpoint faults and implement solutions
• Mentor technicians and develop best practices for EV servicing
• Maintain accurate service records and collaborate with service advisors

Skills

EV systems

HV diagnostics

CAN bus

Job description

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng is seeking a Lead Automotive Electrician with a specialization in Electric Vehicle technology. The role oversees diagnostics and repair of EV/hybrid systems, mentors junior staff, and drives service protocol improvements for cutting-edge automotive technology.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years as an automotive electrician, with 3+ years in EV systems, HV safety certification, and strong leadership.