Building Service Electrical Technician
Company
Seigo Staffing
Location
Pretoria
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via BeBee
Job Description
Pretoria, South Africa | Posted on 03/16/2026
Requirements
Applicants must have the following requirements:
Must have a Bachelor of Technology Degree or a National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
Must have at least 5 years of work experience in the consulting engineering industry.
Must have a strong background in C&I and CCTV systems.
Must have a background in multidisciplinary projects.
Must be experienced to work with medium voltage switchgear and reticulation, substations and low voltage reticulation.
Must be experienced with measurement and payment using Bill of Quantities.
Must be proficient in AutoCAD for purposes of reading and editing drawings.
Must have strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems.
Must have a valid Code-08 driver's license.
If you don't hear back from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Requirements
Applicants must have the following requirements:
Must have a Bachelor of Technology Degree or a National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
Must have at least 5 years of work experience in the consulting engineering industry.
Must have a strong background in C&I and CCTV systems.
Must have a background in multidisciplinary projects.
Must be experienced to work with medium voltage switchgear and reticulation, substations and low voltage reticulation.
Must be experienced with measurement and payment using Bill of Quantities.
Must be proficient in AutoCAD for purposes of reading and editing drawings.
Must have strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, and HMI systems.
Must have a valid Code-08 driver's license.
If you don't hear back from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Electrician Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for electricians in South Africa is R28.79 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Electricians working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. This applies to all registered electrical contractors under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act.
What qualifications and experience are required to work as an electrician in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need an NQF Level 4 electrical engineering certificate plus a completed trade test at a registered trade test centre. A minimum of 3 years relevant experience is required before the trade test, with registration on the National Artisan Database mandatory from 1 January 2026.
What documents are needed to apply for electrician jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, NQF Level 4 certificate, trade test results, and proof of 3 years experience via the ESSA online portal. Applications without a valid Certificate of Compliance number are rejected immediately.
What are the standard working hours and leave benefits for electricians in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, electricians work 45 hours per week with 21 consecutive days of annual leave after 12 months of service as of 2026. Sick leave is 36 days over a 3-year cycle and family responsibility leave is 3 days per year.
