ELECTRICIAN X 15
Port Elizabeth, South AfricaCompany
TRANSNET
Location
Gqeberha
Posted
7 days ago
Via
via Techfynder
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Job Description
Electrician x10.NEW JOB VACANCIES ARE OPEN [email protected] TO APPLY.Responsible for installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of diesel generators, power distribution systems, and lighting towers.Key Responsibilities• Electrical installation, maintenance, servicing, and repair generators and related equipment.• Conduct fault-finding and diagnostics on electrical control systems, alternators, panels and associated components.• Monitor performance (voltage, frequency, load balance).• Perform routine preventive maintenance (oil change, filter replacement, battery check).• Troubleshoot electrical faults in generators and control panels• Maintain Automatic Transfer Switch systems• Provide technical and informative feedback to the supervisor regarding findings and faults or situations as they occur• Interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics• Complete Job Cards, service reports, and inspection checklist accurately and timeously• Respond to emergency breakdowns promptlyKEY SKILLS• Generator troubleshooting• Preventive maintenance• Fault diagnosis• Electrical load management• Emergency response• Safety complianceQualifications• Grade 12 (Matric)• Qualified Electrician (Trade Test Certificate)• Valid EB Drivers LicensePLEASE SEND YOUR CV’s via WhatsApp 0822.507.930 For more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs in South Africa
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 applicable to electricians is R30.49 per hour effective 1 March 2026, equating to R5,952 per month for a standard 45-hour week (195 hours). Under the NEC for the Electrical Contracting Industry Main Agreement (adjusted for 2026), qualified electricians receive a minimum of R26,500 per month. Overtime rates are 1.5 times the ordinary rate for the first 10 hours and double thereafter.
What work visa is required for foreign electricians to work in South Africa in 2026?
Foreign electricians qualify for the Critical Skills Work Visa, valid for up to 5 years, as the occupation is listed on the 2026 Critical Skills List. Applicants must provide a job offer, SAQA-verified NQF Level 4 Electrician qualification, and 3 years experience. The application fee is R1,520, processed within 8 weeks via VFS Global.
What qualifications and experience are needed for electrician jobs in South Africa?
Candidates require a National Technical Certificate N3 in Electrical Engineering, 24 months verified practical workplace experience, and a passing trade test for the Occupational Certificate: Electrician at NQF Level 4. Apprenticeship programmes last 36 months minimum. No prior degree is needed, but maths and science at N2 level are prerequisites.
What documents are required to apply for electrician registration in South Africa?
Submit your trade test pass certificate, completed practical experience logbook (24 months), certified ID or passport copy, two passport photos, and proof of payment of R500 fee to a Labour Centre. Employers must verify via the DOL portal post-submission. Approval grants a registration number valid for 3 years.
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