We’re on the lookout for an experienced Electrician to provide electrical services with specific responsibility for fault finding, identifying repair and replacement needs, installing, maintaining and upgrading electrical systems and equipment; and by ensuring that tools and materials are available and maintained.
As an Electrician, you will be responsible for:
- Install, test, connect, commission, maintain and modify electrical equipment, wiring and control systems as required. Examples include 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.
- Do 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.
- Electricians may be required to cover breakdowns after hours and weekends on a standby basis.
- Report all defects and equipment risks to the direct supervisor. Draw required spares from stores using the SAP picking list.
- Performs any other assigned tasks that fall within the scope of an Electrician.
- Required to work standby and overtime.
- 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.
- Report all unsafe acts to the direct supervisor.
What are we looking for?
- Recognised Trade Test Certificate as an Electrician
- Grade 12 with Maths and Physical Sceince or N3 Engineering
- 2 years post-apprenticeship experience with a focus on electrical fault finding in a heavy industrial environment would be advantageous
- Valid driving license
What’s in it for you?
- Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
- learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
- Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role)
- Market leading leave benefits
- Employee wellbeing benefits
Closing Date: 25 December