Job Requirements
Regulatory:
Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA); Electrical Installation Regulations; Applicable SANS standards
Certification:
Driver’s License; Valid Passport;
Systems / Software:
Microsoft Office Suite; ERP or inventory management systems; Electrical drawing and design software; Production or Project Management systems/ software
Travel:
Local and International travel as required
Overtime:
As required
Other, please specify:
Electrical Draughting
Qualifications and experience requirements
Required qualifications- Grade 12/Matric or equivalent
- Relevant electrical qualification, including a recognised Trade Test as an Electrician (Red Seal)
Preferred qualifications- Electrical Engineering qualification
- Supervisory or Management qualification
Required technical or professional experience- Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical installation, manufacturing or industrial environments
- 2 to 3 years’ experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings and specifications
- 2 to 3 years’ experience coordinating electrical activities within project or manufacturing environments
- 2 to 3 years' experience coordinating or supporting installation and commissioning activities
Preferred technical or professional experience- Experience managing or supporting commissioning and site installation activities
- Experience in construction is beneficial
- Knowledge of Zoning is required
- Experience working across multiple African countries and adapting to varying regulatory environments is advantageous.
- People management or supervision
- 2 to 3 years’ experience leading or supervising electrical teams
Key Responsibilities
Key Performance Area
Electrical Design, Planning and Project Support- To design and plan electrical systems by developing compliant technical solutions aligned with project requirements, specifications, and applicable standards.
- To achieve project and operational delivery requirements by coordinating electrical planning activities, interpreting electrical drawings and specifications, allocating resources and scheduling electrical activities daily
- To support project delivery by collaborating with project, procurement, draughting and factory teams, identifying electrical risks and implementing corrective actions as required
- To maintain effective electrical workflow by prioritising work activities, balancing operational demands and coordinating labour, tools, equipment and material requirements daily
Electrical Operations and Commissioning- To achieve electrical production and installation requirements by coordinating electrical manufacturing, assembly, installation and testing activities daily
- To support successful installation and commissioning activities by planning electrical resources, coordinating product readiness and resolving electrical issues as required
- To optimise electrical team productivity by monitoring labour utilisation, workflow efficiency and operational performance and implementing improvement initiatives as required
- To improve operational effectiveness by identifying inefficiencies, implementing practical improvements and supporting continuous improvement initiatives as required
Electrical Quality and Compliance
- To maintain electrical quality standards by implementing quality requirements, monitoring workmanship and maintaining compliance with electrical specifications, customer requirements and company standards daily
- To support quality assurance activities by conducting tests, inspections, reviewing completed work and addressing quality concerns before project handover as required
- To reduce rework and quality defects by identifying quality trends, implementing preventative actions and promoting a culture of quality workmanship as required
- To maintain accurate quality and compliance records by monitoring the completion and retention of inspections, testing records, commissioning documentation and quality documentation as required
Electrical Safety, Tools and Equipment- To maintain a safe working environment by implementing safety requirements, monitoring compliance with procedures and addressing unsafe conditions and behaviours as required
- To maintain housekeeping and asset protection standards by supporting organised work areas, safe storage practices and responsible use of company equipment daily
- To maintain compliance with company and regulatory requirements by implementing policies, procedures and applicable electrical standards as required
Staff Management and Leadership- To maintain appropriate departmental resourcing by identifying workforce requirements, supporting recruitment and succession activities and maintaining approved staffing levels as required
- To achieve team performance requirements by defining expectations, monitoring delivery against targets, providing feedback and implementing corrective action monthly and as required
- To develop team capability by identifying skills gaps, facilitating coaching, supporting on-the-job training and implementing development activities as required
- To maintain workforce productivity and behavioural standards by monitoring attendance, performance and conduct and implementing corrective action as required
- To build a positive and engaged team culture by promoting teamwork, accountability, collaboration and constructive conflict resolution as required
- To support future team capability by identifying high-potential employees and supporting development opportunities as required
Inventory and Administration- To maintain the availability and reliability of electrical tools, equipment and testing instruments by monitoring utilisation, condition and maintenance requirements, and procuring as required
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and technical documentation.
Core Competencies Required- Technical Expertise
- Leadership
- Planning and Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Quality Management
Core Behaviours Required
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Continuous Improvement
