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Electrical Technician
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Saldanha, 7282, South Africa
Listed on 2026-03-05
Listing for:
West Coast Personnel
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Automation Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Automation Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description:
Are you passionate about electrical systems, automation, and keeping high-performance machinery running at its best? An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified and experienced Electrical Technician to join a leading steel processing operation located in Saldanha, Western Cape. We’re looking for a hands-on professional who thrives in an engineering and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Electrical Technician and play a key role in maintaining and optimizing the plant’s electrical and automation systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on electrical and electronic systems, including Siemens drives.
- Install and upgrade electrical systems.
- Program, fault-find and optimize Siemens S5/S7 PLCs, Siemens Master Drives, and Intouch HMI systems.
- Conduct condition monitoring and analyze equipment efficiency.
- Support the continuous improvement of plant performance.
- S4 Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification (as per NQF and SAQA).
- Minimum of 3 years’ post-S4 experience, or 10 years post-N6 experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience with Siemens S5/S7 PLCs and Siemens Master Drives (or equivalent).
- Instrumentation experience will be advantageous.
- Ability to interpret complex electrical and electronic drawings.
- Supervisory and mentoring skills essential.
- Valid and unendorsed driver’s license.
- Willingness to perform standby and call-out duties and relocate to the West Coast if required.
- Is positive, energetic and self-motivated
- Demonstrates strong communication skills
- Has excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
- Possesses a solid work ethic and attention to detail
- Works effectively independently and as part of a team
- Maintains sober habits and a professional attitude
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