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≈ $11k – $23k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (South Africa)
Seniority
Middle · 3+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

First seen by Alion on Sep 20, 2026. Profile Personnel scores D on the Alion truth index.

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Profile Personnel is an independently owned executive recruitment and HR solutions firm headquartered in East London, South Africa, providing recruitment and selection, payroll services, industrial relations and labour consulting, time and attendance, verification and personality testing. Founded in October 1997, it serves clients locally and nationally and lists contact numbers for Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha and Bloemfontein. Its vacancies, placed on behalf of client companies, include sales representatives, diesel mechanics and electricians, accountants and financial managers, quantity surveyors, software developers and process and quality engineers.

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is seeking a qualified Electrician to join their Engineering team. This role is ideal for a skilled artisan with strong industrial electrical experience, exceptional fault-finding abilities, and a commitment to maintaining high operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform electrical installations, modifications, and upgrades.

  • Carry out preventative maintenance on plant machinery and equipment.

  • Diagnose and repair electrical faults to minimise downtime.

  • Read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams.

  • Maintain and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems, automation, and control equipment.

  • Work closely with production and maintenance teams to ensure optimal plant performance.

  • Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental standards.

Minimum Requirements

  • N3 qualification in Electrical Engineering.

  • Qualified Electrician with a completed Trade Test.

  • Minimum of 3 years' post-trade test experience in a manufacturing or factory environment.

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical circuit drawings.

  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

  • Sound knowledge of:

    • Electrical switchgear

    • Industrial automation

    • Electrical circuits and controls

    • AC/DC drives and motors

    • PLC systems

  • Electronic experience will be advantageous.

  • Computer literate with a basic understanding of industrial systems.

  • Physically fit and able to work in an industrial environment.

Key Competencies

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

  • Ability to perform under pressure.

  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

  • Willingness to work shifts, standby duties, and overtime when required.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Your CV will be retained on our database for future opportunities that may match your profile. Candidates are also welcome to submit their CVs directly to [email protected] or register on our website at https://www.profilepersonnel.co.za/vacancies/ for consideration for future roles.

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