Senior Electrician - Industrial

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance & retirement

Leave & overtime

Training programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a seasoned Senior Electrician specializing in industrial applications to join our operations team. You will oversee installation, maintenance and repair of complex electrical systems in industrial facilities, ensuring safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience, expertise in high‑voltage systems, PLCs and VFDs, and a Master Electrician certification.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Industrial Electrician with a minimum of 8 years in the field.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage systems, PLCs, VFDs, and industrial automation.
• Valid Master Electrician certification or equivalent qualification.
• Proficiency in interpreting electrical diagrams and technical specifications.
• Excellent knowledge of safety procedures and best practices in an industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead tasks and provide technical guidance to a team.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, and lighting.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults using advanced diagnostic equipment and techniques.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with national and local electrical codes, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment to minimize risks of failure and downtime.
• Oversee and guide junior electricians on projects, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.

Skills

Industrial Electrician

High-voltage systems

PLCs

VFDs

Industrial automation

Team leadership

Education

Master Electrician certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and highly competent Senior Electrician with a specialization in industrial applications to join their operations team in Cape Town. You will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of complex electrical systems within industrial facilities, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with all regulatory standards. This role demands extensive knowledge of industrial power distribution, control systems, and troubleshooting advanced electrical faults. You will play a key part in maintaining the operational integrity of critical infrastructure, contributing to a culture of safety excellence and reliability that underpins the company's success, collaborating closely with engineers and maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, and lighting.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults using advanced diagnostic equipment and techniques.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with national and local electrical codes, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment to minimize risks of failure and downtime.
• Oversee and guide junior electricians on projects, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Industrial Electrician, with a minimum of 8 years in the field.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage systems, PLCs, VFDs, and industrial automation.
• Valid Master Electrician certification or equivalent qualification.
• Proficiency in interpreting electrical diagrams and technical specifications.
• Excellent knowledge of safety procedures and best practices in an industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead tasks and provide technical guidance to a team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Generous leave allowance and opportunities for overtime pay.
• Access to advanced training and certification programs.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment with career advancement potential.