Electrician

SUMMARY:
Our client in Bellville is seeking a qualified Electrician to join their team. The ideal candidate will hold an N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, a Red Seal qualification, and a Wireman’s License. Experience in wiring, PLC programming, electrical drawings, and electrical maintenance is required. PLC installation and programming experience would be an advantage. The successful candidate must be qualified, have their own transport, and hold a valid Red Seal qualification. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional looking to take the next step in their career.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Manufacturing
BASIC SALARY : R22 000.00 – R23 000.00 (Depending on experience)
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• N6 National Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Qualified Electrician - Red Seal with Wireman’s License
• PLC Installation and Programming (advantageous)
• Experience in wiring, PLC programming, electrical drawings, and electrical maintenance
• Must be qualified, have own transport, and hold a Red Seal qualification

• Manage production staff and oversee their daily activities.
• Cost new designs and establish Bill of Materials (BOM), process data, and layouts for manufacturing.
• Continuously assess raw material prices from suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Approve orders for all bulk materials based on stock levels and projected forecasts.
• Control quality costs and conduct final product inspection and approval.
• Ensure personnel are adequately trained, qualified, and identify necessary training needs.
• Improve personnel skills and promote self-discipline in line with company policies.
• Foster improved communication and coordination throughout the company.
• Ensure staff meet fixed targets and handle disciplinary actions in accordance with company code.
• Motivate personnel and manage HR functions, including recruitment, termination, and staff planning.
• Handle all union-related issues in industrial relations.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure a safe working environment.
• Chair safety meetings and investigate incidents and injuries.

• Ensure all staff use issued safety equipment, wear company overalls, and maintain them.
• Investigate incidents of injury (IODs) and implement preventative actions.
• Report all safety hazards to the Production Director.
• Attend safety meetings, conduct inspections, and submit reports.
• Oversee plant electrical maintenance and ensure machinery, tools, and electrical systems are in proper working condition.
• Ensure compliance with departmental and plant safety rules.
• Address all safety non-conformances immediately, escalating unresolved issues to directors.
• Continuously develop process optimization to ensure safety standards.

• Monitor stock of consumables and wires daily to ensure work-in-progress (WIP) is not delayed.
• Assist with the monthly stock take (last Saturday of each month).
• Count and maintain records for products, equipment, assets, production tools, machinery, raw materials, WIP, and consumables.

• Ensure staff clean their workstations and restrooms daily.
• Organize material and part flow to avoid bottlenecks in the production system.

• Design and program PLCs and touch screen control systems (TSC).
• Design and test switchboards/chassis.
• Perform electrical design and drafting using CAD, Revit, and SketchUp, updating wiring diagrams and related documents.
• Willingness to work extra hours when required to complete projects.
• Own transport is required.

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00