Electrical Technician

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support & Maintenance

• Perform reactive, planned, and preventative maintenance activities.

• Conduct fault finding, diagnostics, repairs, and root cause analysis on plant equipment.

• Ensure all maintenance job cards are accurately completed and closed.

• Maintain and optimise machine process capabilities.

• Program, maintain, and troubleshoot PLCs and robotic systems.

• Provide electrical engineering services aligned with production requirements.

• Stay up to date with equipment and process requirements using maintenance manuals and production documentation.

• Provide ad hoc technical support across the factory as required.

Compliance

• Operate in accordance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Identify and report risks or areas of concern to management.

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

• Maintain accurate documentation and prevent wasteful or irregular expenditure.

Customer Service

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Resolve technical issues efficiently while upholding company values and service standards.

Cost Control

• Promote responsible and transparent use of company resources.

• Monitor and control expenditure within approved budget limits.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.

• Report any deviations from financial guidelines to the direct manager.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite).

• Experience with ERP Systems and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

• Strong proficiency in PLC programming and robotic systems. Siemens and Allen Bradley

Key Competencies

• Action-oriented and proactive.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Effective planning and organisational ability.

• Customer-focused mindset.

• Resilient and adaptable in a production environment.

• High attention to detail.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in  Electronic / Electrical /
  Automotive / Information Technology (NQF 6)
• Trade Test.

• Up to 3 years’ experience as an Electronic / Electrical Technician within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience working with PLCs (Siemens and Allen Bradley)