Job Summary
A leading FMCG and Manufacturing company is looking for a highly skilled and qualified Electrician with strong experience in industrial maintenance and electrical engineering to join their team in KwaZulu-Natal. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically proficient professional to drive operational excellence by maintaining complex machinery, ensuring 3-phase compliance, and implementing efficient electrical solutions. If you possess a Wireman’s License, an Electrical Trade Test, and a proven track record in the chemical or mining sectors, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine inspections and repairs on industrial machinery, conveyor systems, and production lines to minimize downtime.
- Utilize specialized tools to troubleshoot complex electrical issues in PLC systems, motor control centers (MCCs), and variable speed drives (VSDs).
- Ensure all electrical installations meet SANS 10142 standards and maintain the facility's 3-phase compliance as per the Wireman’s License requirements.
- Lead the installation of new electrical components, wiring, and machinery, ensuring integration with existing power grids.
- Adhere strictly to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and hazardous area classifications (especially relevant for chemical environments).
- Interpret and update electrical diagrams, circuit maps, and technical drawings to reflect any system modifications.
- Monitor stock levels for critical electrical components and recommend procurement to prevent maintenance delays.
- Identify opportunities to optimize energy consumption and improve equipment reliability through modern electrical engineering practices.
Requirements:
- Hold a valid 3 Phase Wireman’s License and a recognized Electrical Trade Test certificate.
- Possess a National N Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related technical qualification.
- Demonstrate extensive experience as an Electrician within the Chemical, Mining, or FMCG manufacturing sectors.
- Show proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining PLC systems, motor control centers, and variable speed drives.
- Maintain a deep understanding of SANS 10142 regulations and industrial safety standards.
- Exhibit the ability to interpret complex electrical blueprints, circuit maps, and technical schematics.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on adrienne.steyn@hireresolve.us or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.
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