Electrician

Minimum, Grade 12 or Equivalent Certification (NQF Level 4).
- Electrical Certificate from a technical college. Minimum N3. (Any EW SETA certification).
- Must be submitted as part of CV.
- National Technical Certificate 4 (NQF Level 5 will be advantageous)
- No Criminal record
- Trade tested artisan with a minimum N3 technical qualification. Trade test certificate must be submitted as part of CV.
- At least 3 to 5 years working experience as an electrician a definite requirement.
- Working towards an electrical wireman's qualification would be advantageous. Submit course details as part of the CV.
- Full understanding of SANS 10142-1 (Wiring of Premises)
- Full understanding of OHS Act (Occupational Health and Safety)
- Valid unendorsed driver's license.
- Traceable, working knowledge and experience in renewable energy field. (Inverters, Solar, etc.)
- Good communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Analytical Skills
- Problem solving skill
- Analyzing
- Coping with pressures and setbacks
- Adhering to the companies principles and values
- Delivering results and meeting customer expectations

**Roles And Responsibilities**
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
- Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
- Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment to complete work as per specifications.
- Assist with all normal workshop tasks if not on-site including assembling, building, wiring / testing electrical equipment.
- Perform maintenance repairs of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
- Inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components. Repair as required to ensure that all systems are fully operational.
- Circuit breaker corrective maintenance.
- Be involved in all aspects of installation of electrical equipment inclusive of alternative supplies.
- Setup and configuration of the above alternative supplies to a fully working and operational system.
- Assist with commissioning of all types of installation and the finalization of compliance.
- Fault finding on electrical systems.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
- Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous and rectify the situation to ensure full operations.
- Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
- Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as MCC's. (Motor control centre)
- Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
- Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
- Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
- Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications.
- Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
- Provide assistance during emergencies in hours, after hours, weekends and public holidays.
- Responsible for safety and housekeeping (on site client sites, organization and workshop).
- Mechanical working knowledge. Generator repairs and maintenance.
- Traceable working knowledge and experience in Generator installations and repairs a definite requirement.
- Traceable working knowledge and experience in uninterruptable power supply installations and battery replacements a definite requirement.
- Traceable working knowledge and experience in renewable energy field. Installation of inverters, lithium batteries and
- PV is a definite requirement.
- Traceable working knowledge and experience in renewable energy field. Setup and configuration of battery management systems a definite requirement.
- Lead, direct and train staff members to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
- Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment from designated procurement office.
- Document operational activities and write reports for site-based activities.
- Ongoing personal development and on the job training.
- Assist with Factory Acceptance Te