Electrician with Wiremans Licence with Residential Construction Exp & Solar knowledge for Cape Town and George
Company
Estelle Nel Recruitment
Location
Cape Town
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Pnet
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Job Description
Introduction
We are looking for a qualified Electrician (Completed trade) with wiremans licence for Bloemfontein and George (Knowledge of Solar)
Must be willing to relocate or living nearby
Must have drivers licence and own transport
Please email your detailed word doc CV to [email protected]
Must be able to speak, read and write English and Afrikaans
Duties & Responsibilities
• Installations
• Maintenance
• Wiring
• Health and Safety
• All relevant electrical work at a Residential (New Building) site
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Electrical Trade Test
• Red Seal
• Minimum of 3 years experience on a building site
• Must have experience on New Buildings (Residential) aand Hospitals etc
• Solar exp will be an advantage
• Must have a wiremans licence
• Solar experience
• Licence with own transport
Package & Remuneration
To be discussed
We are looking for a qualified Electrician (Completed trade) with wiremans licence for Bloemfontein and George (Knowledge of Solar)
Must be willing to relocate or living nearby
Must have drivers licence and own transport
Please email your detailed word doc CV to [email protected]
Must be able to speak, read and write English and Afrikaans
Duties & Responsibilities
• Installations
• Maintenance
• Wiring
• Health and Safety
• All relevant electrical work at a Residential (New Building) site
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Electrical Trade Test
• Red Seal
• Minimum of 3 years experience on a building site
• Must have experience on New Buildings (Residential) aand Hospitals etc
• Solar exp will be an advantage
• Must have a wiremans licence
• Solar experience
• Licence with own transport
Package & Remuneration
To be discussed
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.
