Qualified Electrician – Pretoria

Qualified Electrician – Pretoria


Company
WHM Recruitment Advisors
Location
Pretoria
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Job Description
Position

Qualified Electrician

Location

Pretoria

Job Requirements

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:
β€’ Completed Trade Test as an Electrician
β€’ Wireman’s Licence will be advantageous
β€’ 3 to 5 years' experience in the construction and/or reticulation electrical sector
β€’ Experience with electrical projects, automation, renewable energy and infrastructure reticulation
β€’ Ability to read and interpret:
β€’ Site Plans
β€’ Single Line Diagrams
β€’ Electrical Schematics
β€’ General Arrangements
β€’ Sound knowledge of electrical safety regulations and compliance requirements

Experience Required

Candidates should have experience in the following areas:
β€’ Electrical Installations
β€’ Maintenance and Repairs
β€’ Electrical Testing
β€’ Lighting Installation and Protection
β€’ Solar System Installations
β€’ Fault Finding on Solar Systems
β€’ General Electrical Maintenance
β€’ Team Supervision

Qualifying Attributes

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:
β€’ Fluent in Afrikaans and English
β€’ Valid Driver’s Licence
β€’ Clear Criminal Record
β€’ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
β€’ Strong communication skills
β€’ Reliable and self-motivated
β€’ Detail-orientated with excellent time management skills

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for:
β€’ Electrical Installations
β€’ Electrical Testing and Fault Finding
β€’ Maintenance and Repairs
β€’ Solar Installations
β€’ Compliance and Documentation
β€’ Team Supervision

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified electrician looking to grow their career within a professional environment while working on a variety of electrical, construction, infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

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Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to:

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Disclaimer

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any feedback within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the minimum wage for security guards in South Africa is R30.50 per hour as of 1 March 2026. Security guards working more than 45 hours per week receive 1.5 times the hourly rate for overtime. This rate applies uniformly across all provinces under the National Minimum Wage Act.
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As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants for security guard roles must have completed Grade 10 and hold a valid Grade E PSIRA certificate obtained after 21 days of training. At least 6 months of prior experience in a registered security firm is required for Grade D or higher positions as of 2026.
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