Electrical Foreman

SUMMARY:
A leading manufacturer supplying the Mining industry is seeking an experienced Electrical Foreman.

Requirements:

✔ Qualified Electrician with 5–10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
✔ Expertise in high and medium voltage systems
✔ Strong knowledge of AC/DC variable speed drives – installation & commissioning
✔ PLC fault-finding skills
✔ Extensive experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
✔ Wireman’s License (advantageous)

Apply online or if you believe that you match the full criteria within the salary range, contact Adél at 082 828 3618 or send your CV to adel@gmrc.co.za

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Trade tested (red seal) Electrical / Millwright
• At least 8 - 10 years Electrical experience.
• Previous work experience as a Team Leader or Foreman.
• Extensive high and medium voltage experience.
• Extensive PLC fault finding, programming and installation.
• Experience in the installation of AC/DC variable speed drives and commissioning.
• Good knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, installations and commissioning.

Duties and responsibilities amongst others:

• Carry out repairs and planned maintenance to all electrical equipment on site.
• Do electrical installation on new equipment on site.
• Upon sanction approval- Modify and improve existing equipment and to optimize the capacity of such equipment.
• Ensure the legal compliance of all electrical installations and equipment.
• Manage a team of electricians, assistants and apprentices.
• Diagnose and carry out repairs to faulty machinery.
• Distribute the equipment and materials to allow the team to perform the assigned activities.
• Ensure the team adheres to applicable safety standards.
• Coordinate and check the work carried out by the team, reporting any deviations to the manager.
• Plan and coordinate the daily work routines of electricians and ensure effective shift cover.
• Ensure overtime is managed effectively and kept within budget.
• Order and control of critical spare parts.

 

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