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 Security Guard Jobs
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.
What education and experience do I need for security guard jobs in South Africa?
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.
How many hours per week can security guards work and what leave is provided in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, security guards in South Africa are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 10 hours overtime. Employees receive 15 days of paid annual leave after 12 months of service and 6 weeks of paid sick leave over a 3-year cycle starting 1 January 2026.
What documents are required to apply for security guard jobs in South Africa?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, applicants must submit a certified ID copy, PSIRA registration certificate, Grade 10 certificate, and a valid bank statement dated within 3 months as of 2026. A police clearance certificate issued no earlier than 6 months prior is also mandatory for all applications.
