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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
How to Apply via our website:
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
How to Apply via our website:
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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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