Senior Electrical Supervisor – Commercial Installations

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Tool allowance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Electrical Installation Supervisor for Centurion, Gauteng, to lead on-site electrical installations for large commercial and high-rise projects. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while coordinating electricians, subcontractors, and project managers on active sites.

The role requires a National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a Wireman's License, plus 8+ years in electrical installations with at least 4 years in supervision.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of electricians on large commercial projects.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specs.
• Deep knowledge of electrical safety regulations and site health & safety practices.
• Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and on-site teams.
• Hands-on approach with practical problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electricians and site personnel on commercial/high-rise projects.
• Interpret drawings, specs, and site plans to ensure compliant installations.
• Coordinate daily installation activities across power, lighting, emergency systems, and low‑voltage networks.
• Enforce health and safety regulations with toolbox talks and inspections.
• Manage and direct subcontractors to meet standards and schedules.
• Conduct quality checks on installations and rectify deviations.
• Monitor progress and report delays or issues to Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate site records including daily logs and safety reports.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and site engineers to address queries.

Skills

Leadership

Site coordination

Reading drawings

Health and safety

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Wireman's License

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Electrical Installation Supervisor for Centurion, Gauteng, to lead on-site electrical installations for large commercial and high-rise projects. You will ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery while coordinating electricians, subcontractors, and project managers on active sites.

The role requires a National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a Wireman's License, plus 8+ years in electrical installations with at least 4 years in supervision.