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Plant Electrician
Job Location:
Job Location:
Pietermaritzburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
22 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 August 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Reference: NES026170-Nthat-1
A leading industrial operation is seeking a skilled Plant Electrician with a Wiremans License (GMR2) to take ownership of electrical maintenance fault-finding and plant uptime. If you thrive in a hands-on environment and know how to keep systems running at peak performancethis is your moment.
A leading industrial operation is seeking a skilled Plant Electrician with a Wiremans License (GMR2) to take ownership of electrical maintenance fault-finding and plant uptime. If you thrive in a hands-on environment and know how to keep systems running at peak performancethis is your moment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job & Company Description:
As a Plant Electrician you will be responsible for the electrical maintenance repair and continuous improvement of plant equipment and systems. Youll play a critical role in ensuring maximum plant availability minimizing downtime and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced industrial environment where your technical expertise directly impacts operational efficiency and production output.
Education:
- Trade Test Electrician (Red Seal)
- Valid Wiremans License (GMR2 Non-Negotiable)
Job Experience & Skills Required:
- Proven experience in plant electrical maintenance and fault finding
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems control panels and PLCs
- Ability to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on machinery
- Sound understanding of GMR2 compliance and electrical safety standards
- Experience working in manufacturing / mining / FMCG / heavy industrial environments
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive maintenance mindset
- Willingness to work shifts / standby when required
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