Electrician (Wireman)

Published
- Mar 29, 2023
- Location
- Cape Town, Bothasig, South Africa
- Category
- Business
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Salary Type
- Monthly Salary
- Salary
- R35,000-R40,000 per month
**Description**:
**Electrician (Wireman) - Bothasig - R35,000-R40,000 per month**
**Requirements**:
- Minimum, Grade 12 or Equivalent Certification (NQF Level 4).
- Trade tested artisan with a minimum N3 technical qualification.
- 3phase wireman’s license essential, must be able to CoC.
- Full understanding of SANS 10142-1 (Wiring of Premises)
- Full understanding of OHS Act (Occupational Health and Safety)
- At least 3 to 5 years working experience as an electrician a definite requirement.
- Valid unendorsed driver's license.
- Traceable, working knowledge and experience in renewable energy field. (Inverters, Solar, etc.)
**Roles and Responsibilities**:
- Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
- Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
- Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment to complete work as per specifications.
- Assist with all normal workshop tasks if not on-site including assembling, building, wiring / testing electrical equipment.
- Perform maintenance repairs of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
- Inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components. Repair as required to ensure that all systems are fully operational.
- Circuit breaker corrective maintenance.
- Be involved in all aspects of installation of electrical equipment inclusive of alternative supplies.
- Setup and configuration of the above alternative supplies to a fully working and operational system.
- Assist with commissioning of all types of installation and the finalization of compliance.
- Fault finding on electrical systems.
- Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
- Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
- Advise management