Industrial Electrician
Company
Network Engineering
Location
Durban North
Posted
14 days ago
Via
via Pnet
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Job Description
Reference: NES025378-Hun-1
Job Opportunity:
Skilled Industrial Electrician with furnace experience? Secure a stable role in Durban with a high-performing engineering environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job & Company description:
Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in precision components and heavy industrial solutions. With decades of industry presence, they operate in demanding production environments, supplying critical parts to major sectors. The company is known for strong operational standards, reliability, and a focus on maintaining high-performance equipment and processes.
You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing industrial electrical systems within a furnace-based manufacturing environment. This includes fault-finding on machinery, working on 3-phase systems, reading and interpreting electrical drawings, and ensuring equipment uptime. You will support production by resolving breakdowns efficiently and maintaining high safety and operational standards.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
• Trade Tested Electrician (essential)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial environment (furnaces highly advantageous)
• Strong fault-finding on industrial machinery and electrical systems
• Solid knowledge of conventional systems (contactors, relays – non-PLC)
• Experience working with 3-phase systems and interpreting electrical drawings
Apply now!
Are you ready to elevate your engineering career? Send your CV to [email protected].
Clients seeking top engineering talent, let me help you find the perfect fit—reach out at the same email address. Let's build the future together!
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
Package & Remuneration
R 360 000 - R 480 000 - Annually
Job Opportunity:
Skilled Industrial Electrician with furnace experience? Secure a stable role in Durban with a high-performing engineering environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job & Company description:
Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in precision components and heavy industrial solutions. With decades of industry presence, they operate in demanding production environments, supplying critical parts to major sectors. The company is known for strong operational standards, reliability, and a focus on maintaining high-performance equipment and processes.
You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing industrial electrical systems within a furnace-based manufacturing environment. This includes fault-finding on machinery, working on 3-phase systems, reading and interpreting electrical drawings, and ensuring equipment uptime. You will support production by resolving breakdowns efficiently and maintaining high safety and operational standards.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
• Trade Tested Electrician (essential)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial environment (furnaces highly advantageous)
• Strong fault-finding on industrial machinery and electrical systems
• Solid knowledge of conventional systems (contactors, relays – non-PLC)
• Experience working with 3-phase systems and interpreting electrical drawings
Apply now!
Are you ready to elevate your engineering career? Send your CV to [email protected].
Clients seeking top engineering talent, let me help you find the perfect fit—reach out at the same email address. Let's build the future together!
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
Package & Remuneration
R 360 000 - R 480 000 - Annually
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What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in South Africa from 1 January 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for welders in South Africa is R27.85 per hour as of 1 January 2026 under the National Minimum Wage Act. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times this rate for hours worked beyond 45 per week in the metal industry.
What qualifications and experience does the Department of Employment and Labour require for welder jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders must hold a minimum N2 certificate in welding plus 3 years documented experience or a Red Seal trade certificate issued by QCTO. Candidates without these credentials are ineligible for formal sector positions.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, Red Seal certificate or N2 qualification, proof of 3 years experience, and a valid tax number from SARS. Applications without these four documents are rejected at the labour centre.
What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Public holidays and family responsibility leave of 3 days per year are additional entitlements.
