Company
Continam Industrial Services CC
Location
Pretoria
Posted
7 days ago
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Job description
Electrical Artisan (Maintenance – Heavy Industry / Power Plant)
An established EME based in Pretoria East (Waltloo) is seeking to appoint a skilled, reliable, and experienced Electrical Artisan to join their team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in electrical maintenance within heavy industrial environments or power plants.
Minimum Requirements
• Minimum qualification: Technical subjects at NQF Level 4 (Matric / N3 / NCV Level 4)
• Valid Trade Test Certificate as an Electrical Artisan (essential)
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within heavy industry or power plant environments
• Valid Driver’s License (essential)
• At least one contactable reference
Skills and Competencies
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Good understanding of electrical systems, equipment, and maintenance procedures
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• High level of safety awareness and compliance
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to breakdowns effectively
• Good communication and teamwork skills
Key Responsibilities
• Perform electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations on plant equipment
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective and preventative maintenance
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety standards and regulations
• Minimise downtime by responding promptly to breakdowns and emergencies
• Conduct routine inspections and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Assist with commissioning and testing of electrical systems where required
Required Supporting Documents (Certified)
• Copy of ID
• Copy of Driver’s License
• Copies of Qualifications (NQF Level 4 minimum)
• Copy of Trade Test Certificate
• Contactable reference(s)
Important Notes
• Experience in heavy industry or power plant environments is highly preferred
• Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered
• Applications without required supporting documents will not be considered
Application Details
Submit your CV and supporting documents to:
Engineering2@continam.co.za
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
An established EME based in Pretoria East (Waltloo) is seeking to appoint a skilled, reliable, and experienced Electrical Artisan to join their team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in electrical maintenance within heavy industrial environments or power plants.
Minimum Requirements
• Minimum qualification: Technical subjects at NQF Level 4 (Matric / N3 / NCV Level 4)
• Valid Trade Test Certificate as an Electrical Artisan (essential)
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within heavy industry or power plant environments
• Valid Driver’s License (essential)
• At least one contactable reference
Skills and Competencies
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Good understanding of electrical systems, equipment, and maintenance procedures
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• High level of safety awareness and compliance
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to breakdowns effectively
• Good communication and teamwork skills
Key Responsibilities
• Perform electrical maintenance, repairs, and installations on plant equipment
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective and preventative maintenance
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with safety standards and regulations
• Minimise downtime by responding promptly to breakdowns and emergencies
• Conduct routine inspections and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Assist with commissioning and testing of electrical systems where required
Required Supporting Documents (Certified)
• Copy of ID
• Copy of Driver’s License
• Copies of Qualifications (NQF Level 4 minimum)
• Copy of Trade Test Certificate
• Contactable reference(s)
Important Notes
• Experience in heavy industry or power plant environments is highly preferred
• Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered
• Applications without required supporting documents will not be considered
Application Details
Submit your CV and supporting documents to:
Engineering2@continam.co.za
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
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What are the standard working hours, leave, and benefits for electricians in South Africa?
Under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, electricians work a maximum 45 ordinary hours per week, with overtime at 1.5 times the rate up to 10 hours/week. Employees get 21 consecutive days annual leave per year, 30 days sick leave over 36 months, and 2 weeks paid family responsibility leave. Employers contribute 1% to UIF and skills levy.
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