Electrical Technician
Cape Town, South AfricaCompany
Helderberg Personnel
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Pnet
Job Description
Reference: SW006008-JC-2
A rapidly growing and dynamic company in Bellville requires the services of a Electrical Technician whose main aim will be to assist in their recoveries of electricity consumption.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job requirements will include but not be limited to:
• Technical audits on properties
• Examine under recoveries from a technical perspective
• Make technical drawings of metering reticulation of properties examined
• Installation of electrical metering equipment, including meters & CT’s
• Calculate / forecast recoveries
• Stock management
• General administrative and ad-hoc tasks
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and report writing ability essential deadlines, thus should be able to work under pressure.
Requirements and Competencies required:
• Grade 12 / Matric qualification
• Must be qualified electrician with at least N4 qualification.
• The candidate must have at least 2 (two) years metering related experience
• Fully Bilingual (Afr and Eng)
• Excellent client service
• Drivers License essential
• Timekeeping and planning
• Good verbal and written skills
• Good Computer skills (MS Excel)
• Deadline and goal orientated
• Work well under pressure
A rapidly growing and dynamic company in Bellville requires the services of a Electrical Technician whose main aim will be to assist in their recoveries of electricity consumption.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job requirements will include but not be limited to:
• Technical audits on properties
• Examine under recoveries from a technical perspective
• Make technical drawings of metering reticulation of properties examined
• Installation of electrical metering equipment, including meters & CT’s
• Calculate / forecast recoveries
• Stock management
• General administrative and ad-hoc tasks
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and report writing ability essential deadlines, thus should be able to work under pressure.
Requirements and Competencies required:
• Grade 12 / Matric qualification
• Must be qualified electrician with at least N4 qualification.
• The candidate must have at least 2 (two) years metering related experience
• Fully Bilingual (Afr and Eng)
• Excellent client service
• Drivers License essential
• Timekeeping and planning
• Good verbal and written skills
• Good Computer skills (MS Excel)
• Deadline and goal orientated
• Work well under pressure
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs in South Africa
What is the national minimum wage for electricians in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage is R32.21 per hour for electricians effective 1 March 2026. This equates to R6,281 per month based on 195 ordinary hours. Sectoral determinations or bargaining councils may set higher rates up to R45 per hour.
What work visa do foreign electricians need to apply for jobs in South Africa?
Foreign electricians qualify for the Critical Skills Work Visa as the occupation is listed, valid for up to 5 years from date of issue. The application fee is R1,520 payable at VFS Global centres as of 2026. Processing takes 10-20 working days if documents including qualification verification are complete.
What qualifications and experience are required to become a registered electrician in South Africa?
A National Technical N2 Certificate in Electrical Engineering plus passing a trade test at an accredited test centre is mandatory. Applicants need 24 months supervised practical experience before the trade test. Only trade-tested artisans can apply for Wireman's registration.
What documents and process are needed to register as an electrician with the government?
Submit certified trade test certificate, ID copy, proof of 24 months experience, and medical fitness certificate to the provincial DOL office. The Wireman's Licence issuance fee is R495, valid for 5 years from 2026. Processing takes 30 working days upon payment.
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