Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment.
• Carry out electrical installations for new equipment.
• Modify and improve existing equipment to optimise plant performance.
• Ensure compliance with all electrical legislation and safety standards.
• Lead, supervise and develop a team of electricians, assistants and apprentices.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on industrial machinery.
• Coordinate daily maintenance activities and shift coverage.
• Manage overtime within budget.
• Control and maintain critical electrical spare parts inventory.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and equipment.
• Experience with power reticulation, control systems and equipment ranging from 12V to 11KV.
• Fault finding and maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with transformers, PLCs and Variable Speed Drives (VSDs).
• Instrumentation knowledge and equipment repair experience.
• Experience with MV switchgear switching and fault finding.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to perform standby duties and work extended hours when required.