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SHIFT ELECTRICIANS (x2)
Reference: MID600
Location: Cape Town, Kuils Rivier
Role Purpose:
Shift Electricians will be responsible for maintaining optimal working conditions across the entire facility. The role includes fault finding, repairs, preventative maintenance and responding to electrical emergencies, ensuring uninterrupted production.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform electrical fault finding on motors, drives, VSDs, PLCs and control systems.
• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment, both low and high voltage.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and new projects.
• Ensure correct use of lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety compliance.
• Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports.
• Liaise with mechanical teams to support plant operation.
Minimum Requirements:
• Red Seal Electrician qualification (essential).
• Experience working with:
• Motors
• Soft starters
• Drives / VSDs
• PLCs (fault finding experience required)
• Not afraid of working at heights and must be medically fit.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
• Ability to work shifts and handle emergency callouts.
Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to cv@midvaalrecruitment.co.za
Use reference number MID600 in email subject line
Reference: MID600
Location: Cape Town, Kuils Rivier
Role Purpose:
Shift Electricians will be responsible for maintaining optimal working conditions across the entire facility. The role includes fault finding, repairs, preventative maintenance and responding to electrical emergencies, ensuring uninterrupted production.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform electrical fault finding on motors, drives, VSDs, PLCs and control systems.
• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment, both low and high voltage.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and new projects.
• Ensure correct use of lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety compliance.
• Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports.
• Liaise with mechanical teams to support plant operation.
Minimum Requirements:
• Red Seal Electrician qualification (essential).
• Experience working with:
• Motors
• Soft starters
• Drives / VSDs
• PLCs (fault finding experience required)
• Not afraid of working at heights and must be medically fit.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
• Ability to work shifts and handle emergency callouts.
Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to cv@midvaalrecruitment.co.za
Use reference number MID600 in email subject line
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Quick answers about Electrician Jobs in South Africa
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What is the national minimum wage for electricians in South Africa in 2026?
The national minimum wage applicable to electricians is R31.75 per hour as of 1 March 2026, as gazetted by the Minister of Employment and Labour. This equates to a minimum of R5,780 per month for a standard 45-hour week over 173 working hours. Electricians covered by bargaining councils may have higher rates set by those agreements.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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What visa do I need as a foreign electrician to work in South Africa in 2026?
Foreign electricians qualify for the Critical Skills Work Visa if listed under electrical occupations on the Critical Skills List, valid for up to 5 years with no labour market test required. Applications require a job offer, SAQA-verified qualifications, and proof of 3 years experience, processed within 20 working days at R1,520 fee. Spouses receive dependent visas with work rights.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
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What qualifications and experience are required to become a certified electrician in South Africa?
A National N2 Certificate in Electrical Engineering plus 24 months practical experience and a passing trade test (Section 13) from an accredited Trade Test Centre are required for Red Seal certification. Holders must register as an Installation Electrician with the Department. Apprenticeships last 36 months minimum.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour