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Job summary
A leading steel processing operation in Saldanha, Western Cape, is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician. The role involves maintaining and optimizing electrical and automation systems. Candidates should have a S4 Electrical Engineering qualification, strong experience with Siemens PLCs, and excellent problem-solving abilities. This full-time position also requires a valid driver's license and readiness for standby duties.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years post-S4 experience or 10 years post-N6 experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience with Siemens S5/S7 PLCs and Siemens Master Drives (or equivalent).
- Supervisory and mentoring skills essential.
Responsibilities
- Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on electrical and electronic systems including Siemens drives.
- Install and upgrade electrical systems.
- Program fault-find and optimize Siemens S5/S7 PLCs.
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Job Description :
Are you passionate about electrical systems automation and keeping high-performance machinery running at its best An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified and experienced Electrical Technician to join a leading steel processing operation located in Saldanha Western Cape . Were looking for a hands-on professional who thrives in an engineering and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Electrical Technician and play a key role in maintaining and optimizing the plants electrical and automation systems.
- Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on electrical and electronic systems including Siemens drives.
- Install and upgrade electrical systems.
- Program fault-find and optimize Siemens S5 / S7 PLCs Siemens Master Drives and Intouch HMI systems.
- Conduct condition monitoring and analyze equipment efficiency.
- Support the continuous improvement of plant performance.
- S4 Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification (as per NQF and SAQA).
- Minimum of 3 years post-S4 experience or 10 years post-N6 experience in an engineering / manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience with Siemens S5 / S7 PLCs and Siemens Master Drives (or equivalent).
- Instrumentation experience will be advantageous.
- Ability to interpret complex electrical and electronic drawings.
- Supervisory and mentoring skills essential.
- Valid and unendorsed drivers license .
- Willingness to perform standby and call-out duties and relocate to the West Coast if required.
- Is positive energetic and self-motivated
- Demonstrates strong communication skills
- Has excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
- Possesses a solid work ethic and attention to detail
- Works effectively independently and as part of a team
- Maintains sober habits and a professional attitude
Required Experience :
IC
- Electrical Experience
- Industrial Equipment
- Industrial Maintenance
- NEC
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Renovation
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- High Voltage
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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