Remote Electrical Installation Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work arrangement

Competitive compensation

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks aRemote Electrical Installation Specialist to oversee complex installations across diverse sites from a remote location. You will guide on-site teams, review plans, and perform remote inspections to ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

With 8+ years in electrical installation and project management, you will communicate technical assessments clearly, troubleshoot remotely, and help drive on-time, on-budget project success in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ hands-on experience in electrical installation and project management.
• Deep knowledge of national/international electrical codes and safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret complex schematics, blueprints, and docs.
• Strong remote communication, reporting and documentation skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide expert remote guidance for electrical installations including power distribution and lighting.
• Review project plans and specs to ensure code compliance and standards.
• Conduct remote inspections and QA checks, identifying deviations.
• Collaborate with on-site teams to resolve technical issues and provide solutions.
• Develop remote monitoring strategies for critical electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems during installation and commissioning.
• Ensure installations meet safety requirements and company protocols.
• Maintain records of inspections and corrective actions.
• Advise on best practices to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of installation standards.

Connaissances

Electrical engineering

Project management

Code compliance

Schematic reading

Remote communication

Documentation

Formation

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Outils

Design software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leader in advanced infrastructure development, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Electrical Installation Specialist. This position is critical for overseeing and guiding complex electrical installation projects across various industrial and commercial sites from a remote location. You will be responsible for ensuring installations adhere to the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance with electrical codes and regulations. This role requires an expert eye for detail, deep knowledge of electrical systems, and the ability to effectively communicate technical instructions and assessments to on-site teams. You will play a key role in project success by providing expert remote consultation, troubleshooting, and quality assurance, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. This is an opportunity to apply your extensive electrical expertise in a flexible, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert remote guidance and oversight for electrical installations, including power distribution, control systems, and lighting.


• Review project plans, blueprints, and specifications to ensure compliance with electrical codes and industry standards.


• Conduct remote inspections and quality assurance checks of completed electrical work, identifying any deviations or deficiencies.


• Collaborate with on-site installation teams, project managers, and engineers to resolve technical issues and provide solutions.


• Develop and implement remote monitoring strategies for critical electrical systems during and after installation.


• Troubleshoot complex electrical problems encountered during installation and commissioning phases.


• Ensure all installations meet stringent safety requirements and company protocols.


• Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and any corrective actions taken.


• Advise on best practices for electrical system design and installation to improve efficiency and reliability.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of installation standards and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.


• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in electrical installation and project management.


• In-depth knowledge of national and international electrical codes and safety standards (e.g., SANS, NEC, IEC).


• Proven ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.


• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and diagnosing a wide range of electrical issues.


• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information remotely.


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.


• Proficiency with relevant design and diagnostic software.


• Experience with industrial control systems and automation is highly desirable.


• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a remote setting.

Benefits

This contractor role offers a highly competitive compensation package, with an estimated annual earning potential of R , depending on project scope and duration. You will enjoy the flexibility of a remote work arrangement, allowing for a significant degree of autonomy and work-life balance. Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects will provide continuous professional growth. Our client is committed to providing a supportive remote working environment and expects high performance and expert-level contributions from its specialists.