Senior Electrical Inspector – Energy Industry (Freelance)

RINA; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A global engineering company seeks an experienced Electrical Inspector in Cape Town, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years in the Energy sector. Responsibilities include witnessing inspections, maintaining quality records, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Proficiency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of additional languages is a plus. Preferred safety certifications for offshore projects will be advantageous. This role is contractual and offers an opportunity to work on significant projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an equivalent role in the Energy sector.
• Certificates related to safety (e.g., BOSIET) for offshore projects (preferable).

Responsibilities

• Witnessing electrical tests, controls and inspections.
• Executing inspections on materials, equipment, and construction activities on site.
• Issuing Quality Records and Non-Conformance Reports as necessary.
• Checking cable laying and cable identification.
• Performing all relevant loop checks.
• Updating as-built drawings.
• Performing punch-listing operations.
• Inspecting power transformers, switchboards, and lighting systems.

Skills

Good knowledge of foreign languages: English, preferable French and Spanish

Good knowledge of PC usage

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of International Quality Standards

Knowledge of safety legislation and regulations

Ability to perform well under pressure

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Windows

Office

Job description

A global engineering company seeks an experienced Electrical Inspector in Cape Town, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years in the Energy sector. Responsibilities include witnessing inspections, maintaining quality records, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Proficiency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of additional languages is a plus. Preferred safety certifications for offshore projects will be advantageous. This role is contractual and offers an opportunity to work on significant projects.