Company
Oxyon People Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Pnet
Job description
Description
Key Responsibilities
• Perform electrical maintenance and fault finding on injection and blow moulding machines.
• Maintain auxiliary equipment including granulators, dryers, chillers, conveyors, and robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, servo drives, temperature controllers, and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Carry out panel wiring, installations, and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO).
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform electrical maintenance and fault finding on injection and blow moulding machines.
• Maintain auxiliary equipment including granulators, dryers, chillers, conveyors, and robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, servo drives, temperature controllers, and HMI/SCADA systems.
• Carry out panel wiring, installations, and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO).
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour
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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.
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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.
Source: Department of Higher Education and Training
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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.
Source: Department of Employment and Labour