Power Grid Electrical Technician: HV Maintenance

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 303,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Medical aid

Pension fund

Skills development

Job security

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join our Power Grid Maintenance team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on maintenance, fault finding, and repairs of grid equipment to keep the power supply reliable.

You will read schematics, work to safety standards, and collaborate with engineers and other technicians. A National Diploma (Heavy Current) and Trade Test as Electrician are required, with 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or equivalent.
• Trade Test certification as Electrician is essential.
• 3–5 years of electrical maintenance experience in power utility or industrial energy sector.
• Experience with high-voltage equipment, substations, and distribution networks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and maintain electrical grid equipment including transformers, switchgear, and protection relays.
• Diagnose and repair faults in power distribution systems.
• Install and commission new electrical equipment per specs and safety standards.
• Respond to outages and perform repairs to restore service quickly.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and equipment status.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)

Trade Test certification as Electrician

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join our Power Grid Maintenance team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on maintenance, fault finding, and repairs of grid equipment to keep the power supply reliable.

You will read schematics, work to safety standards, and collaborate with engineers and other technicians. A National Diploma (Heavy Current) and Trade Test as Electrician are required, with 3–5 years of relevant experience.