Electrician

Electrician

Johannesburg, South Africa

Company
Sonly Plastic Molding
Location
City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality
Posted
29 days ago
Via
via BeBee
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Job Description

Electrical Maintenance Team – Industrial & Power Sector (Contract Opportunity)

We are assembling a
specialised electrical maintenance team
for a major long-term industrial / power sector project.

We are currently inviting applications for the following roles:

🔌
Master Installation Electrician (MIE) – Critical Role

Requirements
• Registered with Department of Labour (DoL) as MIE
• Valid licence (must be current)

• Minimum
5 years’ experience
in:
• Heavy industrial environments
• Power generation / plant operations
• • Strong background in
electrical compliance, inspection & certification

🔧
Electrical Artisans (Trade Tested) – Limited Positions
Requirements
• Trade Tested Electrician
• Minimum NQF Level 4
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Proven experience in:
• Electrical maintenance
• Industrial / mining / power plant environments

⚙️
Semi-Skilled Electricians – Multiple Positions
Requirements
• Minimum NQF Level 4
• Experience in:
• Electrification
• Electrical installations
• Maintenance of power systems
• • Industrial or large-scale project exposure advantageous

📍
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
• Mines
• Industrial complexes
• Power stations
• Large commercial / infrastructure environments

📩
To apply:

Send your CV, certifications, and contactable references to:

[email protected]

Subject Line:
Electrical Maintenance Team Application – [Role]


Urgent recruitment – applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Only candidates meeting the above requirements will be considered.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Electrician Jobs in South Africa

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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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