Industrial Electrician
Company
Ohmni Recruitment
Location
Cape Town
Posted
25 days ago
Via
Executive Placements βοΈ
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
β’ Installation, maintenance, and commissioning of industrial electrical systems
β’ Cable pulling, glanding, and termination (LV & control wiring)
β’ Installation of panels, MCCs, cable trays, and containment
β’ Fault finding and breakdown support on industrial equipment
β’ Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
β’ Working safely on live industrial and construction sites
β’ Traveling to sites as required by project schedules
Requirements
β’ Qualified Industrial Electrician (Red Seal preferred)
β’ Proven experience in industrial and site-based environments
β’ Comfortable with travel and working away from home when required
β’ Valid driverβs license (essential)
β’ Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
β’ Knowledge of electrical safety standards and site procedures
β’ Reliable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
Advantageous
β’ Experience with PLC panels, instrumentation, or automation systems
β’ Experience on factories, plants, power stations, or large construction sites
β’ Working at heights and confined space certification
What We Offer
β’ Long-term project opportunities
β’ Exposure to complex industrial electrical installations
β’ Competitive, market-related remuneration
β’ Professional growth in an industrial environment
Γ°ΕΈβ Location: Site-based (travel required)
Γ°ΕΈβ’β Type: Contract / Permanent (depending on experience)
β’ Installation, maintenance, and commissioning of industrial electrical systems
β’ Cable pulling, glanding, and termination (LV & control wiring)
β’ Installation of panels, MCCs, cable trays, and containment
β’ Fault finding and breakdown support on industrial equipment
β’ Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
β’ Working safely on live industrial and construction sites
β’ Traveling to sites as required by project schedules
Requirements
β’ Qualified Industrial Electrician (Red Seal preferred)
β’ Proven experience in industrial and site-based environments
β’ Comfortable with travel and working away from home when required
β’ Valid driverβs license (essential)
β’ Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
β’ Knowledge of electrical safety standards and site procedures
β’ Reliable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
Advantageous
β’ Experience with PLC panels, instrumentation, or automation systems
β’ Experience on factories, plants, power stations, or large construction sites
β’ Working at heights and confined space certification
What We Offer
β’ Long-term project opportunities
β’ Exposure to complex industrial electrical installations
β’ Competitive, market-related remuneration
β’ Professional growth in an industrial environment
Γ°ΕΈβ Location: Site-based (travel required)
Γ°ΕΈβ’β Type: Contract / Permanent (depending on experience)
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the 2026 national minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa without a matric certificate?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R25.42 per hour from 1 March 2026. Employers must pay this rate for all hours worked including the first 45 hours per week with no exceptions for entry-level roles.
Which documents are required to apply for cleaning staff positions through the Department of Employment and Labour in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need a valid South African ID, proof of address, and bank details uploaded to the ESSA system by 31 December 2025. No matric certificate or prior experience is mandatory for registration.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to cleaning staff contracts in South Africa from 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff may work a maximum of 45 ordinary hours per week with at least 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service. Overtime above 45 hours must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate.
What tax deductions apply to cleaning staff earning R25.42 per hour in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, cleaning staff earning below R95 750 per year pay zero income tax in the 2026 tax year. Employers must still deduct UIF at 1% of gross salary up to R177.12 per month.
