Electrician with Wiremans Licence with Residential Construction Exp & Solar knowledge for Cape Town and George
Cape Town, South AfricaCompany
Estelle Nel Recruitment
Location
Cape Town
Posted
5 days ago
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via Pnet
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Job Description
Introduction
We are looking for a qualified Electrician (Completed trade) with wiremans licence for Bloemfontein and George (Knowledge of Solar)
Must be willing to relocate or living nearby
Must have drivers licence and own transport
Please email your detailed word doc CV to [email protected]
Must be able to speak, read and write English and Afrikaans
Duties & Responsibilities
• Installations
• Maintenance
• Wiring
• Health and Safety
• All relevant electrical work at a Residential (New Building) site
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Electrical Trade Test
• Red Seal
• Minimum of 3 years experience on a building site
• Must have experience on New Buildings (Residential) aand Hospitals etc
• Solar exp will be an advantage
• Must have a wiremans licence
• Solar experience
• Licence with own transport
Package & Remuneration
To be discussed
We are looking for a qualified Electrician (Completed trade) with wiremans licence for Bloemfontein and George (Knowledge of Solar)
Must be willing to relocate or living nearby
Must have drivers licence and own transport
Please email your detailed word doc CV to [email protected]
Must be able to speak, read and write English and Afrikaans
Duties & Responsibilities
• Installations
• Maintenance
• Wiring
• Health and Safety
• All relevant electrical work at a Residential (New Building) site
Desired Experience & Qualification
• Electrical Trade Test
• Red Seal
• Minimum of 3 years experience on a building site
• Must have experience on New Buildings (Residential) aand Hospitals etc
• Solar exp will be an advantage
• Must have a wiremans licence
• Solar experience
• Licence with own transport
Package & Remuneration
To be discussed
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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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