Senior Electrician - KZN (Upper Highway)

Senior Electrician - KZN (Upper Highway)


Company
Pro Talent
Posted
7 hours ago
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Job Description
Introduction

Our Client is looking for a suitably qualified Senior Electrician to join their team and undertake a variety of tasks relating to installations, maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting electrical systems on generators.

The below is non-negoiatable:
• Trade Test Certificate
• Wireman License
• Registered with the Electrical Conformance Board of South Africa (ECBSA)
• Must be able to issue Certificate of Compliance (CoC)

Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinate controls and monitors the set-up, work in progress and completion of specialised tasks activities associated with medium/low voltage electrical installations

Perform effective troubleshooting or fault finding to identify hazards or malfunctions and, repair or substitute damaged units

Coordinate and implement service maintenance plans

Respond to urgent or unscheduled work requests

Perform record keeping, and reporting

Desired Experience & Qualification

Relevant Tertiary Education in relevance to the role

Trade Test Certificate

Wireman License

Registered with the Electrical Conformance Board of South Africa (ECBSA)

Must be able to issue Certificate of Compliance (CoC)

Drivers License

Package & Remuneration

A Salary package of up to R19 000

Mon to Fri

Company Vehicle

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly wage for qualified plumbers in South Africa from 1 March 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the National Minimum Wage at R28.79 per hour for plumbers as of 1 March 2026. This applies to all Sectoral Determination 13 workers with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after 45 hours per week. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Q Which trade test certificate is required to legally work as a plumber in South Africa in 2026?
Candidates must hold a Red Seal trade certificate issued after passing the QCTO trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be registered on the National Artisan Database by 31 December 2025 for 2026 employment. No plumber may be employed without this qualification under the Skills Development Act.
Q How many annual leave days and sick leave days are plumbers entitled to under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act in 2026?
Plumbers receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of employment and 30 days of paid sick leave over a 36-month cycle. The leave must be taken within 6 months after the leave cycle ends or it is forfeited.
Q What documents must be submitted when applying for a plumber position through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
Applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate, proof of residence, and a completed Z83 form to the nearest labour centre. All documents must be uploaded to the ESSA online portal by 30 June 2026 for the annual placement cycle.
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