Maintenance Electrician

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

https://www.mncjobs.co.za/company/pronel-recruitment

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician
Our client based in Pietermaritzburg is seeking an organized and skilled Maintenance Electrician. The ideal candidate should have exceptional experience in electrical installations (LV & MV), equipment repair and maintenance, and adherence to safety protocols within a manufacturing environment.
Requirements:

Minimum of Grade 12 or a Technical N2/N3 qualification
Qualified Electrical Artisan (Wireman Licence - advantageous)
At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a production/manufacturing environment
Experience with panel wiring, AC drive programming, and fault finding
Experience with CNC machine tools, induction furnaces, and MV switching procedures is advantageous
Ability to work under pressure, manage time efficiently, and be proactive in daily tasks

Responsibilities:

Maintain current LV and MV electrical installations and equipment
Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on casting machines, furnaces, CNC machine tools, and other factory equipment
Installation and commissioning of new equipment and plant
Maintain machine data and time sheets on data management systems
Adhere to safety, housekeeping, and environmental standards in the work area
Report accidents/incidents promptly as per procedures
Liaise with all stakeholders professionally and maintain strong business relationships