Electrician Class 1

Description

Purpose of Role

To install, commission and maintain LV and MV electrical systems, solar PV arrays and HVAC feeds for construction facilities and early-operation assets, ensuring statutory compliance and uninterrupted power to camp and plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret single-line diagrams, cable schedules and construction drawings; size and pull cables, terminate glands and lugs to IEC/SANS standards.
• Assemble and test distribution boards, motor-control centres (MCCs), automatic transfer switches (ATS) and generator change-over panels.
• Install, string and sag 11 kV overhead lines (where competent); fit pole-mount transformers, drop-out fuses and surge arresters.
• Commission rooftop and ground-mount solar PV systems, integrating inverters into hybrid power schemes.
• Execute preventive maintenance-IR thermography, insulation resistance, earth-loop impedance, breaker injection testing-recording results for hand-over dossiers.
• Apply LOTOTO, isolation, confined-space and working-at-heights procedures; issue and clear electrical permits to work.
• Inspect free-issue materials received into Bonded Warehouse; raise NCRs and manage equipment preservation logs.
• Mentor apprentices and assistants; transfer practical skills in safe wiring, testing and fault-finding.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications & Experienc

• Apprenticeship-served Journeyman Class 1 Electrician
• ≥ 5 years post-trade experience in mining or heavy-industrial projects, with hands-on exposure to:
• LV/MV switchgear installation and commissioning (≤ 11 kV)
• Generator/ATS and UPS systems
• Solar PV and basic HVAC power supplies
• Overhead line construction experience an added advantage.
• Highly proficient in reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and protection relay settings.

Core Competencies & Attributes

• Knowledge of ZETDC House Wiring Regulations and/or SANS 10142 Standard
• Proficient in conduit bending, cable glanding/lugging and panel wiring.
• Strong fault-finding mindset, attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Problem solving mind-set; able to work with limited supervision under time pressure
• Physically fit to climb poles, work in confined spaces and withstand outdoor conditions.
• Team-player, proactive communicator and safety champion.
• Good communication skills.

Closing Date:25 January 2026