Technical Electrician

Technical Electrician


Company
Greys Personnel
Location
Cape Town
Via
Job Placements

Job Description
Our client is seeking an Electrical Technician for their team.

Location: Cape Town North

Requirements:
• Grade 12
• Must be qualified electrician with at least a N4 qualification
• The candidate must have at least 2 (two) years of relevant experience
• Fully Bilingual in Afrikaans and English, third language a benefit
• Excellent client service
• Drivers License essential
• Timekeeping and planning
• Good verbal and written skills
• Good Computer skills (MS Excel)
• Deadline and goal-oriented
• Works well under pressure
About:
• Technical audits on properties
• Examine under recoveries from a technical perspective
• Make technical drawings
• Installation of electrical equipment
• Calculate / forecast recoveries
• Stock management
• General administrative and ad-hoc tasks
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and report writing ability is essential for deadlines, and thus should be able to work under pressure.
Salary:
In line with experience and qualifications
Death & Disability cover

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Q 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.
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