Industrial Electrician
Company
Network Engineering
Location
Durban North
Posted
14 days ago
Via
via Pnet
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Job Description
Reference: NES025378-Hun-1
Job Opportunity:
Skilled Industrial Electrician with furnace experience? Secure a stable role in Durban with a high-performing engineering environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job & Company description:
Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in precision components and heavy industrial solutions. With decades of industry presence, they operate in demanding production environments, supplying critical parts to major sectors. The company is known for strong operational standards, reliability, and a focus on maintaining high-performance equipment and processes.
You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing industrial electrical systems within a furnace-based manufacturing environment. This includes fault-finding on machinery, working on 3-phase systems, reading and interpreting electrical drawings, and ensuring equipment uptime. You will support production by resolving breakdowns efficiently and maintaining high safety and operational standards.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
• Trade Tested Electrician (essential)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial environment (furnaces highly advantageous)
• Strong fault-finding on industrial machinery and electrical systems
• Solid knowledge of conventional systems (contactors, relays – non-PLC)
• Experience working with 3-phase systems and interpreting electrical drawings
Apply now!
Are you ready to elevate your engineering career? Send your CV to [email protected].
Clients seeking top engineering talent, let me help you find the perfect fit—reach out at the same email address. Let's build the future together!
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
Package & Remuneration
R 360 000 - R 480 000 - Annually
Job Opportunity:
Skilled Industrial Electrician with furnace experience? Secure a stable role in Durban with a high-performing engineering environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Job & Company description:
Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in precision components and heavy industrial solutions. With decades of industry presence, they operate in demanding production environments, supplying critical parts to major sectors. The company is known for strong operational standards, reliability, and a focus on maintaining high-performance equipment and processes.
You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing industrial electrical systems within a furnace-based manufacturing environment. This includes fault-finding on machinery, working on 3-phase systems, reading and interpreting electrical drawings, and ensuring equipment uptime. You will support production by resolving breakdowns efficiently and maintaining high safety and operational standards.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
• Trade Tested Electrician (essential)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial environment (furnaces highly advantageous)
• Strong fault-finding on industrial machinery and electrical systems
• Solid knowledge of conventional systems (contactors, relays – non-PLC)
• Experience working with 3-phase systems and interpreting electrical drawings
Apply now!
Are you ready to elevate your engineering career? Send your CV to [email protected].
Clients seeking top engineering talent, let me help you find the perfect fit—reach out at the same email address. Let's build the future together!
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.
Package & Remuneration
R 360 000 - R 480 000 - Annually
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.
