Company
Wideopen Platform
Location
Johannesburg
Salary
R 10K–R 25K a month
Posted
17 hours ago
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Indeed
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Job description
Job Title: Certified Electrician
• Location: Johannesburg
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ Years)
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Certified Electrician to join our technical team. This role is designed for a professional who excels in multi-disciplinary maintenance, complex fault finding, and large-scale project installations. You will be responsible for ensuring electrical compliance across various environments, including telecommunications and high-pressure industrial sites.
The ideal candidate is a Master Installation Electrician who can lead on-site teams and manage the technical execution of both single and three-phase electrical systems while maintaining a high standard of safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Technical Execution
• Multi-discipline Maintenance: Oversee and execute comprehensive maintenance schedules for diverse electrical systems.
• Fault Finding: Perform advanced diagnostic testing and repairs on electrical circuits to minimize downtime.
• Installation & Projects: Lead the installation of new electrical infrastructure and manage ongoing project work to meet strict deadlines.
• Compliance: Issue Certificates of Compliance (CoC) for both new and existing electrical circuits and installations, ensuring all work meets legal standards.
Leadership & Operations
• Team Management: Exercise on-site leadership to manage junior staff and ensure project milestones are met.
• Emergency Support: Provide standby support and respond to emergency repair calls as needed.
• Travel: Ability to undertake long-distance travel to service various project sites.
Requirements
• Education: Matric (Grade 12) and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical trade studies.
• Certification: Qualified Electrician as per central trade test organization requirements with a valid 3-phase Wireman’s License.
• Professional Status: Must be licensed as a Master Installation Electrician.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical installations and maintenance (Single and Three Phase).
• Licensing: Valid Code 08 driver’s license is essential for travel requirements.
• Computer Literacy: Good proficiency in computer systems for reporting and project management.
Advantageous Skills
• Telecommunications: Prior experience working within the telecommunications sector.
• Safety Training: Current First Aid and Fire Fighting training certifications.
• Specialized Access: Basic Fall Arrest or Working at Height Certificate.
Character Traits
• Pressure Resilient: Able to maintain high standards and meet deadlines in high-pressure project environments.
• Independent: Strong ability to work autonomously and manage your own workflow.
• Problem Solver: Exceptional analytical skills for troubleshooting complex electrical issues.
Leader: Natural ability to direct and mentor on-site teams.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R10 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
• Location: Johannesburg
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ Years)
Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Certified Electrician to join our technical team. This role is designed for a professional who excels in multi-disciplinary maintenance, complex fault finding, and large-scale project installations. You will be responsible for ensuring electrical compliance across various environments, including telecommunications and high-pressure industrial sites.
The ideal candidate is a Master Installation Electrician who can lead on-site teams and manage the technical execution of both single and three-phase electrical systems while maintaining a high standard of safety and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Technical Execution
• Multi-discipline Maintenance: Oversee and execute comprehensive maintenance schedules for diverse electrical systems.
• Fault Finding: Perform advanced diagnostic testing and repairs on electrical circuits to minimize downtime.
• Installation & Projects: Lead the installation of new electrical infrastructure and manage ongoing project work to meet strict deadlines.
• Compliance: Issue Certificates of Compliance (CoC) for both new and existing electrical circuits and installations, ensuring all work meets legal standards.
Leadership & Operations
• Team Management: Exercise on-site leadership to manage junior staff and ensure project milestones are met.
• Emergency Support: Provide standby support and respond to emergency repair calls as needed.
• Travel: Ability to undertake long-distance travel to service various project sites.
Requirements
• Education: Matric (Grade 12) and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical trade studies.
• Certification: Qualified Electrician as per central trade test organization requirements with a valid 3-phase Wireman’s License.
• Professional Status: Must be licensed as a Master Installation Electrician.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical installations and maintenance (Single and Three Phase).
• Licensing: Valid Code 08 driver’s license is essential for travel requirements.
• Computer Literacy: Good proficiency in computer systems for reporting and project management.
Advantageous Skills
• Telecommunications: Prior experience working within the telecommunications sector.
• Safety Training: Current First Aid and Fire Fighting training certifications.
• Specialized Access: Basic Fall Arrest or Working at Height Certificate.
Character Traits
• Pressure Resilient: Able to maintain high standards and meet deadlines in high-pressure project environments.
• Independent: Strong ability to work autonomously and manage your own workflow.
• Problem Solver: Exceptional analytical skills for troubleshooting complex electrical issues.
Leader: Natural ability to direct and mentor on-site teams.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R10 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
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Quick answers about Electrician Jobs in South Africa
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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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.
Source: Department of Home Affairs
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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.
Source: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour