Join Our Team as an Electrician Artisan!
Electrician Artisan
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, testing, and commissioning of electrical infrastructure, generator systems, and solar PV solutions across the business. The role ensures the reliable operation of electrical and backup power systems through preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, and timely breakdown response. The incumbent will support operational continuity by maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship while minimizing downtime and enhancing system performance. Working closely with operational teams, contractors, and service providers, the Electrician plays a critical role in ensuring all electrical, generator, and renewable energy systems remain safe, efficient, and fully operational.
What You'll Be doing:
- Install, maintain, repair, test, and commission electrical systems and equipment in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
- Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and corrective maintenance on electrical, generator, and solar PV systems.
- Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance to ensure the reliability and performance of electrical infrastructure.
- Service, maintain, and troubleshoot generators, control panels, transfer switches, and associated backup power equipment.
- Install, commission, and maintain solar PV systems, including panels, inverters, batteries, and protection equipment.
- Carry out testing and commissioning of new electrical installations and backup power systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergency callouts, minimizing operational downtime.
- Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable legislation, electrical codes, health and safety regulations, and company standards.
- Complete and maintain accurate job cards, maintenance records, technical reports, inspection checklists, and commissioning documentation.
- Identify and escalate potential electrical risks, defects, and equipment failures, recommending corrective actions where required.
- Collaborate with contractors, suppliers, and operational teams to support maintenance and project activities.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while adhering to all safety procedures and best practices.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance system performance, reliability, and energy efficiency.
What You Bring to the Table:
- National Senior Certificate (Grade 12 equivalent).
- Trade Test Electrician (essential).
- Solar PV Certification or accredited Solar training (advantageous).
- Generator-specific training or certification (advantageous).
- Valid Driver's Licence.
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a qualified Electrician.
- Experience in commercial and industrial electrical installations.
- Experience with generator systems, Solar PV systems, and backup power solutions.
- Experience with hybrid inverter and battery storage systems will be advantageous.
- Strong fault-finding, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting experience.
- Competencies
- Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
- Sound knowledge of electrical regulations and safety standards.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Reliable, responsible, and safety conscious.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Professional work ethic with excellent attention to detail.