On-Site Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Industrial Facilities

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Generous leave policy and benefits

Diverse industrial equipment in Mossel

On-site training and professional dev.

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal performance and reliability of electrical systems in our industrial facilities. You will lead proactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and drive continuous improvement, with on-site responsibility for maintenance execution.

The role requires hands-on management of maintenance activities, strong safety focus, and collaboration with teams to minimize downtime while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• B.Eng Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 4–6 years in electrical maintenance within industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of motor control, VSDs, switchgear, and power distribution systems.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems and control circuits.
• Commitment to safety and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute preventative and predictive maintenance programs for electrical equipment.
• Perform root cause analysis of electrical failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee electrical maintenance teams and contractors, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and maintenance manuals to diagnose and repair faults.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and site-specific procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

B.Eng Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal performance and reliability of electrical systems in our industrial facilities. You will lead proactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and drive continuous improvement, with on-site responsibility for maintenance execution.

The role requires hands-on management of maintenance activities, strong safety focus, and collaboration with teams to minimize downtime while maintaining regulatory compliance.