Senior Automotive Electrician & Team Lead

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Training programs

Tools & equipment

Bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Electrician in Gauteng to oversee the electrical diagnostics and repair department. You will mentor technicians, tackle complex electrical challenges, and ensure top-quality work across a range of vehicles, from wiring harness repairs to advanced electronic systems.

The role requires 7+ years in automotive electrical systems, leadership potential, and expertise with CAN bus, diagnostics, and wiring diagrams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years hands-on experience in automotive electrical diagnostics and repair.
• Demonstrated leadership experience or strong potential for leadership.
• Deep knowledge of CAN bus systems, multiplexing and vehicle networking.
• Proficiency with diagnostic scanners, oscilloscopes and digital multimeters.
• Experience with automotive wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Strong understanding of AC/DC electrical theory as applied to vehicles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of automotive electricians, providing technical guidance and training.
• Diagnose and repair complex electrical systems including ECUs, lighting, infotainment, and security.
• Perform wiring harness repairs, fabrication and modifications with precision.
• Install and configure aftermarket electronic components and accessories.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment, multimeters, oscilloscopes and specialized software.
• Develop and implement best practices for electrical diagnostics and repair.
• Collaborate with service advisors to provide accurate estimates and explanations for electrical repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and workshop procedures.
• Stay current with evolving automotive electrical technologies and diagnostic techniques.
• Contribute to service bulletin and technical documentation updates.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive electrical systems

CAN bus systems

Diagnostics

Wiring diagrams

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Master Electrician

ASE-L Series

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Oscilloscopes

Digital multimeters

Specialized software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Automotive Electrician in Gauteng to oversee the electrical diagnostics and repair department. You will mentor technicians, tackle complex electrical challenges, and ensure top-quality work across a range of vehicles, from wiring harness repairs to advanced electronic systems.

The role requires 7+ years in automotive electrical systems, leadership potential, and expertise with CAN bus, diagnostics, and wiring diagrams.