Electrician 6 month contract

An engineering company based in Cape Town operating in the water & wastewater industry is recruiting Electricians. These are 6-month fixed term contract positions with the possibility to extend. Positions will be based in the Western Cape Stellenbosch Wemmershoek Pniel.

Applications are welcomed from retired professionals who wish to return to the workforce on a contract basis.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Electrician has the primary responsibility to maintain and troubleshoot heavy-duty electrical equipment like pumps motors and aeration systems

CRITICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 10 years repairs & maintenance experience
• Exposure to the water wastewater chemical or mineral processing sector is highly recommended
• Ability to work independently & lead others
• The ability to work in confined spaces at heights and handle physically demanding tasks in wastewater environments

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• Trade Tested (Electrician)
• NQF 4 qualification in Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering recommended

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES/ PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE:

• Knowledge Safety Practices and Procedures
• Knowledge of Tools and Materials
• Knowledge of Mechanical and Electrical Equipment
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act & Construction Regulations

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: (SOFT SKILLS)

• Accountability & Dependability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and achieves results with little oversight.
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Adapts to changing business needs conditions and work responsibilities.
• Creative & Innovative Thinking: Develops fresh ideas that provide solutions to all types of workplace challenges.
• Speaking: Conveys ideas and facts orally using language the audience will best understand.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Foster Teamwork: Fosters collaboration among team members and among teams.
• Coach and Develop Others: Accurately assesses strengths and development needs

ORGANISATIONAL COMPETENCIES: (CULTURE-FIT):

• Adapt into a culturally diverse work environment.
• Possess honesty integrity passion for the work compassion.

JOB OUTPUTS:

Electrical Maintenance 60%

• Attend to all electrical breakdowns by investigating and tracing of electrical faults
• Repair electrical faults or remove and replace non-reparable equipment
• Carry out routine maintenance on all portable and fixed electrical equipment by performing electrical tests recording and reporting
• Implementation of lock out and tag out task/process.
• Assist the Mechanical Fitters by connecting and disconnecting electrical equipment to allow for maintenance on mechanical equipment
• Perform the installation of new electrical equipment
• Circuit testing new installations
• Maintenance and repairs of all electrical equipment onsite

Health & Safety 30%

• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations
• Complete registers and checklist as specified in clients safety specification or Construction Regulations
• Housekeeping

General 10%

• Reporting to Plant Manager status of work completed
• Compliance with company policy & procedures

Salary:

• Market related