Electrician: ENER20951
Company
City of Ekurhuleni
Location
Johannesburg (+1 other)
Via
via Talent.com
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Job Description
Minimum Requirements:
• Accredited Electrician Trade Test Certificate
• Knowledge of Municipal Electrical Distribution Network
• Valid code C1 Driver’s license with PrDP
• 2 Years relevant experience plus 1-year practical apprenticeship
Core Responsibilities:
• Installation and commissioning of LV, MV and HV electrical equipment to provide infrastructure.
• Maintenance, refurbishment, and repair of LV, MV and HV electrical distribution networks to sustain uninterrupted service.
• Inspection, maintenance, and replacement of LPU electricity meters.
• Perform general ad hoc functions for Artisan Test Electrician.
• Inspection, maintenance, and replacement of current and voltage transformer connected electricity meters.
• Maintenance of the electrical wiring installation of substations and Energy Distribution Unit related buildings.
• Comply with organisational policies and safety regulations as a requirement of the OHS Act.
• Execute administrative and general duties to promote productivity and service delivery.
• Provide effective and efficient management and apply good work ethics.
• Accredited Electrician Trade Test Certificate
• Knowledge of Municipal Electrical Distribution Network
• Valid code C1 Driver’s license with PrDP
• 2 Years relevant experience plus 1-year practical apprenticeship
Core Responsibilities:
• Installation and commissioning of LV, MV and HV electrical equipment to provide infrastructure.
• Maintenance, refurbishment, and repair of LV, MV and HV electrical distribution networks to sustain uninterrupted service.
• Inspection, maintenance, and replacement of LPU electricity meters.
• Perform general ad hoc functions for Artisan Test Electrician.
• Inspection, maintenance, and replacement of current and voltage transformer connected electricity meters.
• Maintenance of the electrical wiring installation of substations and Energy Distribution Unit related buildings.
• Comply with organisational policies and safety regulations as a requirement of the OHS Act.
• Execute administrative and general duties to promote productivity and service delivery.
• Provide effective and efficient management and apply good work ethics.
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What is the minimum wage for Driver Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for drivers in South Africa is R32.45 per hour from 1 March 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Drivers working more than 45 hours per week must receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the hourly rate. This applies to all Code 08, 10 and 14 licence holders in the road freight and passenger sectors.
Do I need a Professional Driving Permit to apply for Driver Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, all drivers of vehicles over 3 500 kg or carrying passengers for reward must hold a valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) renewed every five years. Applicants must submit a valid South African ID, medical certificate and police clearance at any Driving Licence Testing Centre. Without a PrDP, employment contracts are invalid under the National Road Traffic Act.
What documents are required to apply for Driver Jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified copy of ID, valid driving licence with PrDP, proof of residence, and a completed Z83 form or online profile on the ESSA system. Applications are processed within 14 working days at labour centres nationwide. No application fee is charged for registration on the public employment database.
What are the standard working hours and leave entitlements for drivers in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, drivers may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 36 consecutive hours of rest. Annual leave is 15 working days after the first year of employment, plus 10 public holidays and sick leave of 30 days over a three-year cycle. Night shift drivers receive an additional R4.50 per hour allowance from March 2026.
