Senior Technician- CCTV /Access Control

The Recruitment Pig; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Pig is seeking a skilled Electrical/Electronic Technician in Johannesburg to install and service commercial security systems and access control. You will lead on-site teams, diagnose faults, and ensure high uptime for key clients.

Applicants should have 5+ years in the field, IP CCTV and gate automation experience, PSIRA/_EFSI is advantageous, and a valid Code 08 EB license. Join a hands-on, supportive team focused on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Recognized Electrical or Electronic Engineering qualification (N3 to N6 or National Diploma).
• Over 5 years of solid field experience installing commercial electronic security systems.
• Practical experience working with IP CCTV networks, access control, and gate automation.
• Registered Electric Fence System Installer (EFSI) certificate or valid PSIRA registration is advantageous.
• Valid South African Code 08 (EB) drivers license with clear driving history.
• Strong diagnostic abilities to trace technical faults and read electrical site diagrams.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn new systems, and great team spirit.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure commercial IP CCTV cameras, recording systems, and management software.
• Set up, program, and maintain biometric access control readers and door controllers.
• Service and repair automated gate motors, boom barriers, and electric turnstiles.
• Inspect and test perimeter electric fencing to keep client sites safe and compliant.
• Diagnose electronic wiring issues, low-voltage power supply problems, and network faults quickly.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance visits to guarantee maximum system uptime for key clients.
• Guide and support junior technicians on-site while completing daily service tickets accurately.

Skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Diagnostic abilities

Wiring diagrams reading

Education

Electrical/Electronic Eng qualification (N3–N6 or National Diploma)

Tools

IP CCTV networks

Access control

Gate automation

Job description

The Opportunity

This exciting role lets you step up your technical career with great management support. You will use your hands-on expertise to solve problems and help our team run smoothly. Your dedication will directly ensure clients enjoy exceptional service and dependable security solutions daily.

Job Description

• Install and configure commercial IP CCTV cameras, recording systems, and management software.
• Set up, program, and maintain biometric access control readers and door controllers.
• Service and repair automated gate motors, boom barriers, and electric turnstiles.
• Inspect and test perimeter electric fencing to keep client sites safe and compliant.
• Diagnose electronic wiring issues, low-voltage power supply problems, and network faults quickly.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance visits to guarantee maximum system uptime for key clients.
• Guide and support junior technicians on-site while completing daily service tickets accurately.

What You Need to Apply

• Recognized Electrical or Electronic Engineering qualification (N3 to N6 or National Diploma).
• Over 5 years of solid field experience installing commercial electronic security systems.
• Practical experience working with IP CCTV networks, access control, and gate automation.
• Registered Electric Fence System Installer (EFSI) certificate or valid PSIRA registration is advantageous.
• Valid South African Code 08 (EB) drivers license with clear driving history.
• Strong diagnostic abilities to trace technical faults and read electrical site diagrams.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn new systems, and great team spirit.

This exclusive opportunity is managed by TRPig.