Shift Electrician

Hendok has an exciting opportunity in our Maintenance Department. We are looking for an Electrician based in Durban, who has relevant skills and experience. The successful candidate will report directly to the Maintenance Manager.

Key Purpose

To assist in an operational team to meet performance targets while reducing costs. We’re looking for a creative thinker who is willing to share his ideas and implement new strategies to benefit the business. If you’re a hard worker with good time management skills, can follow schedules, and have the willingness to work under pressure and assume accountability, we want to talk to you. The ideal candidate will have industrial experience.

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.
• 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.

Key attributes and competencies

• Able to work under pressure and handle constructive feedback
• Organizing & Planning
• Accountability
• Have a strong commitment to safety
• Attention to detail
• Initiative and resourceful

Qualifications / Experience

• Matric with Maths
• Electrical Trade Test
• N3/ N4 Certificate
• Minimum 5 Years experience within a similar environment
• Wireman's license an added advantage

The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional or relevant information as criteria for short-listing. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with Hendok’s Employment Equity plan. Hendok reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

Hendok is POPIA compliant.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• What type of PLC's have you troubleshooted on?
• What is the highest voltages you have worked with?

Experience:

• Electrical: 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Durban, KwaZulu-Natal (Required)