Senior Electrician Power Generation
Company
ExecutivePlacements.com
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
14 hours ago
Via
via LinkedIn
Job Description
Recruiter:
Hlabahlosile
Job Ref:
Cariena/Ulene
Date posted:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary:
Annual Salary
SUMMARY:
Run maintenance, fix breakdowns fast, and keep plant operations stable while leading and mentoring junior artisans
POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead electrical maintenance and fault-finding on plant equipment
• Ensure high standards of safety, reliability, and uptime
• Supervise and support junior artisans on-site
• Perform installations, repairs, and preventative maintenance
• Assist with breakdowns and root cause analysis
• Maintain compliance with electrical standards and procedures
📢 Requirements:
• Trade Tested Electrician (non-negotiable)
• Proven experience in a similar industrial / plant environment
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior artisans
• Solid understanding of electrical systems and safety standards
• Willingness to train, coach, and develop junior team members
Hlabahlosile
Job Ref:
Cariena/Ulene
Date posted:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary:
Annual Salary
SUMMARY:
Run maintenance, fix breakdowns fast, and keep plant operations stable while leading and mentoring junior artisans
POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead electrical maintenance and fault-finding on plant equipment
• Ensure high standards of safety, reliability, and uptime
• Supervise and support junior artisans on-site
• Perform installations, repairs, and preventative maintenance
• Assist with breakdowns and root cause analysis
• Maintain compliance with electrical standards and procedures
📢 Requirements:
• Trade Tested Electrician (non-negotiable)
• Proven experience in a similar industrial / plant environment
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior artisans
• Solid understanding of electrical systems and safety standards
• Willingness to train, coach, and develop junior team members
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What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for security guards in South Africa is R29.75 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Grade D and E officers receive this rate for the first 45 hours weekly with overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
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