The main responsibilities of this job are:
- Install, test, connect, commission, maintain and modify electrical equipment, wiring and control systems as required (PLC, drives and control equipment)
- Perform electrical maintenance or remedial work according to SAP notifications, work orders and planned schedules, including during shuts.
- Complete notifications and work orders on the SAP system.
- Complete fault finding on electrical systems during breakdown and effect the required repairs to keep downtime to a minimum.
- Participate in failure analysis.
- Complete daily and weekly inspections on electrical systems and their components according to a detailed checklist.
- Identify repairs required and recommend preventative maintenance to the foreman.
- Perform tests on AC and DC motors to determine the condition of the motor windings, insulation and core lamination.
- Prepare status reports and activity logs as required.
- Report all defects and equipment risks to the direct supervisor.
- Draw required spares from Stores using the SAP picking list.
- Required to work standby and overtime as required.
- Understand and comply with the safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) requirements of the section.
- Comply and perform tasks as per the organisation’s policies, procedures and best operating practices.
- Maintain a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times.
- Assist production personnel with isolation processes on request.
- Obtain a valid work permit and ensure compliance with the safe work conditions.
The ideal candidate should have:
- Grade 12 with an N2 Engineering whilst an N3 Engineering would be preferred
- Recognised Trade Test Certificate as an Electrician
- 2 years post-apprenticeship experience with a focus on electrical fault finding in a heavy industrial environment would be advantageous
Closing Date: 20 July 2022