The incumbent of the role will perform maintenance, fault-finding, repairs, inspections, and installation of electrical systems and equipment across SAA facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, compliant, and uninterrupted operation of critical infrastructure.
Principal Accountabilities
- Execute Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM)
- Perform inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and repairs
- Respond to electrical breakdowns and emergency callouts
- Ensure compliance with statutory and safety requirements
- Maintain maintenance records, reports, and work orders
- Support asset lifecycle planning and replacement initiatives
- Monitor and supervise electrical contractors
- Ensure availability and reliability of critical electrical infrastructure
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12/Matric or equivalent qualification at NQF level 4
- Trade Test Certificate: Electrician essential
- Electrical Engineering N4 - N6 will be an advantage
- Wireman's Licence will be an advantage
- OHS and First Aid Training will be an advantage
- Minimum 2 - 3 years' post-trade experience in facilities management, airport, commercial, industrial, or critical infrastructure environments
- Valid Driver's Licence
Knowledge and Skills
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
- Electrical Installation Regulations
- SANS 10142 (Wiring of Premises)
- Facilities Management principles
- Electrical maintenance and troubleshooting
- Asset management and lifecycle practices
- Risk management and compliance requirements
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Electrical systems troubleshooting
- Planning and organisational skills
- Communication and teamwork
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
Attributes
- Attention to detail
- Safety conscious
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Team player
- Reliability
- Positive attitude
Additional Information
Please note: This is a 12-month contract position. There should be no expectation of permanent employment upon completion of the contract period.