Electrical Supervisor


Job Location:

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 10 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: NES026254-RS-1

We are looking for a hands-on Electrical Supervisor to lead installation teams across a range of industrial and mining projects. This role is critical to ensuring that projects are delivered safely on time and to the highest quality standards often in remote and challenging environments.

Duties & Responsibilities

You will play a key role in coordinating site activities managing teams interfacing with clients and supporting project delivery from planning through to execution.

Initially you will be involved in E-House builds at Cape Town Harbour supporting a high impact project environment.

What Youll Be Doing:
  • Site Leadership & Execution:
    • Supervise electrical installation teams on-site
    • Ensure that work is executed according to drawings specifications and timelines
    • Coordinate activities across contractors and project stakeholders
  • Planning & Coordination:
    • Plan daily and weekly work schedules
    • Manage materials tools and equipment for each project
    • Align site activities with project programs and milestones
  • Client & Project Interface:
    • Attend site meetings and liaise directly with clients
    • Provide regular progress updates and reports
    • Ensure that all site instructions are properly approved and documented
  • Safety Quality & Compliance:
    • Drive a strong safety culture on-site (SHEQ compliance)
    • Conduct toolbox talks and maintain safety documentation
    • Ensure that quality standards are met with minimal rework
  • Team & Subcontractor Management:
    • Lead and manage installation crews and subcontractors
    • Oversee productivity discipline and performance on-site
  • Technical & Commercial Support:
    • Assist with scope definition BOQs and quotations
    • Support MV & LV installation design where required
    • Coordinate material deliveries and control site resources

What Were Looking For:
  • Experience:
    • 4 years in electrical engineering or construction
    • 3 years in a supervisory role
    • Experience in industrial construction or mining environments
    • Proven experience working on remote project sites
  • Qualifications:
    • Electrical Trade Test or Electrical Diploma
    • Registered (or willing to register) as an Installation Electrician
    • Project Management training (advantageous)
  • Skills:
    • Strong leadership and team management ability
    • Solid understanding of MV & LV installations
    • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and contracts
    • Strong planning coordination and problem-solving skills

What to Expect:

  • Work on large-scale industrial and mining projects
  • Regular travel and stay-over on remote sites
  • Exposure to leading technologies including ABB and Omron systems
  • Access to ongoing technical training via online learning platforms

Please send your CV to .

Required Experience:

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Reference: NES026254-RS-1We are looking for a hands-on Electrical Supervisor to lead installation teams across a range of industrial and mining projects. This role is critical to ensuring that projects are delivered safely on time and to the highest quality standards often in remote and challenging ...