Senior Electrical Maintenance Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Medical aid and pension

Professional development training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks an experienced Senior Electrical Maintenance Engineer to oversee electrical maintenance for industrial facilities. You will lead a team, ensure reliability of electrical systems, manage spares, and drive preventative maintenance while improving safety and performance.

The role requires 8+ years in industrial electrical maintenance, expertise with PLCs, VFDs, and high/low voltage systems, plus CMMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with high-voltage and low-voltage systems, motor control and power distribution.
• Proven expertise with PLC systems, VFDs and industrial instrumentation.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance plans for all electrical systems and equipment.
• Lead and manage the electrical maintenance team, assigning tasks and ensuring timely completion of work orders.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex electrical faults and equipment failures in a timely manner.
• Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels for critical components.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company procedures related to electrical maintenance.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, root causes of failures, and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee commissioning and maintenance of new electrical installations and upgrades.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Leadership

Troubleshooting

PLC systems

VFDs

CMMS

Power distribution

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Maintenance Engineer to oversee the electrical maintenance operations for their industrial facilities in Bloemfontein. This crucial role involves ensuring the reliability and optimal performance of all electrical systems and equipment, minimizing downtime, and implementing preventative maintenance strategies. You will lead a team of maintenance technicians, manage spare parts inventory, and contribute to safety initiatives. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels in diagnosing complex electrical faults and implementing robust solutions in a demanding operational environment within the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance plans for all electrical systems and equipment.
• Lead and manage the electrical maintenance team, assigning tasks and ensuring timely completion of work orders.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex electrical faults and equipment failures in a timely manner.
• Manage spare parts inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels for critical components.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company procedures related to electrical maintenance.
• Analyze maintenance data to identify trends, root causes of failures, and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee the commissioning and maintenance of new electrical installations and upgrades.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Proven expertise in high-voltage and low-voltage systems, motor control, and power distribution.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, VFDs, and industrial instrumentation.
• Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced technical training.
• Stable and secure employment within a leading industrial organization.
• Relocation assistance to Bloemfontein may be provided for the right candidate.