Electrician

Accountabilities:

• Install and align machinery and equipment, ensuring they function correctly and safely.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal performance and longevity of machines and equipment.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Identify and rectify defects or malfunctions in machinery or equipment.
• Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure that safety precautions are taken during all activities, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Handle and store materials and components safely and efficiently, maintaining inventory and tracking usage.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other team members to discuss progress, challenges, and potential improvements in the process.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with machinery or equipment, proposing and implementing effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed, including details of assemblies, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Stay updated with new technologies, tools, and techniques related to electric, and participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.

Requirements:

• Applicants must have at least 2 years’ experience following successful completion of an electrical apprenticeship.
• National Trade Card/Certificate.
• Prior experience of working on large industrial sites.
• An interest in mechanical equipment and some experience maintaining and reacting to mechanical breakdowns is essential.
• MEWP experience not essential but would be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of the installation process, and troubleshooting electrical systems including installing conduit and wirings, motors, instrumentation, recording devices, starters and temporary wiring setups.
• Considerable knowledge of electrical and electronic devices, such as circuits, switches, breakers, wiring, and of safety precautions and hazards related to electricity.
• Full driving licence and own transport an advantage but not essential.
• Fluent English speaker.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Well-developed formal and oral communication and reporting skills to all levels in an organisation.
• Good relationship and people-management skills.
• Highly organised work approach within a multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Work as part of a team and also on own initiative.

Additional Duties:

• To attend all meetings as required.
• To show commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.
• To act as a positive ambassador for the business.
• I have received and read my Job Description and understand that it acts as a guide only to my duties and responsibilities and is not exhaustive; I agree to undertake any other duties deemed reasonable by the management.