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Electrician

simplify.hr
Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa
On-site

About this role

Job title: Electrician

About the Role The Electrician is responsible for providing general electrical maintenance services at the Client’s premises, ensuring that all electrical systems are maintained safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations. The role includes managing and coordinating Contractors delivering electrical and mechanical services on site, ensuring work is completed to required quality and safety standards. A key responsibility is to conduct proactive inspections to identify potential faults, risks, or maintenance requirements before they impact operations, and to monitor compliance with Contract Agreements and SLAs between EFM and the Client. This role requires reliability and flexibility, including 24-hour standby to respond to emergencies and critical call-outs.

What You'll Do

  • Carry out general electrical maintenance and repairs at Client premises, ensuring systems are safe, functional, and compliant with standards.
  • Manage and coordinate technical contractors delivering electrical and mechanical services on site.
  • Conduct proactive inspections to identify faults, risks, or maintenance requirements.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with Contract Agreements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between EFM and the Client.
  • Complete administrative tasks, including digital job cards, reports, and documentation, using mobile applications and other reporting tools.
  • Respond to emergency call-outs and provide technical support as required, including standby duties.
  • Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
  • Provide regular updates and feedback to the Operations Manager, Administrator, and Client.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying maintenance optimization or operational efficiency opportunities.

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an electrical maintenance environment.
  • Electrical Trade Test qualification.
  • Wireman’s License.
  • N3 Electrical qualification.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Proven electrical maintenance skills with the ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical systems.
  • Experience managing and coordinating technical contractors delivering electrical and mechanical services.
  • Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical maintenance principles.
  • Knowledge of Client and Facilities Management (FM) policies and procedures.
  • Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, SHEQ principles, and statutory requirements.
  • Ability to conduct inspections, identify risks, and ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize work effectively.
  • Basic report writing and administrative skills.
  • Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use a smartphone and mobile applications for job cards, inspections, reporting, and communication.
  • High level of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.

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