Electrician Ref: 4183
Company
NDC Personnel
Location
Cape Town
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Job Mail
Job Description
This role involves overseeing electrical maintenance and repairs across all machinery, equipment, and facilities to ensure optimal plant efficiency and productivity. You will manage planned maintenance, breakdown support, fault finding, shutdown activities, and new installations, while ensuring machinery operates to required standards. The role also includes implementing electrical upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce downtime.
To be considered, you should have a National Senior Certificate and be a Trade Tested Electrician with an N2 Electrical qualification. A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar manufacturing environment is required, along with PLC experience and strong electrical knowledge. You should demonstrate good communication and numerical skills, with the ability to think critically, solve problems, and work independently under pressure. A proactive, reliable, and safety-focused approach is essential for success in this role.
To start the application process, send your CV to NDC Personnel and Contractors today: [email protected] / [email protected].
NDC Personnel and Contractors adheres to the requirements of the POPI Act. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
To be considered, you should have a National Senior Certificate and be a Trade Tested Electrician with an N2 Electrical qualification. A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar manufacturing environment is required, along with PLC experience and strong electrical knowledge. You should demonstrate good communication and numerical skills, with the ability to think critically, solve problems, and work independently under pressure. A proactive, reliable, and safety-focused approach is essential for success in this role.
To start the application process, send your CV to NDC Personnel and Contractors today: [email protected] / [email protected].
NDC Personnel and Contractors adheres to the requirements of the POPI Act. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Electrician Jobs in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the National Minimum Wage for electricians in South Africa is R30.45 per hour as of 1 March 2026, equating to R5,478 per month for a 45-hour week. Electricians must receive at least 1.5 times this rate for overtime beyond 45 hours weekly. This applies under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act sectoral determinations.
What qualifications and experience are required for electrician jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants need an NQF Level 4 Electrical Engineering qualification plus a minimum of 3 years registered apprenticeship completed by 2026. A valid Wireman’s Licence from the Department is mandatory for installation work. No exceptions apply for unregistered candidates in formal employment.
What are the standard working hours and annual leave for electricians in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, electricians work a maximum of 45 hours per week with no more than 9 hours daily under the BCEA as of 2026. They receive 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service plus 10 public holidays. Sick leave totals 30 days over 3 years.
How are electricians taxed on salaries in South Africa for the 2026 tax year?
As per SARS, electricians earning R237,101 to R370,500 annually pay 26% tax on income above R237,100 with rebates of R17,235 for under-65s as of the 2026/27 year. Monthly PAYE deductions apply automatically for salaries above R95,750 per year. UIF contributions remain at 1% of salary up to R17,712 monthly.
