Qualified Electrician with Wiremans Licence
Company
Electrical Contracting Company
Location
Cape Town
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Job Description
A well established and fast growing company in Cape Town is seeking a qualified and experienced Three-Phase red seal Electrician with automation and Solar installation experience to join their dynamic team. Specializing in commercial, industrial, and residential clients.
We are looking for a person that is able to work well with people, a great leader, be a great communicator, have a positive spirit and be someone that goes the extra mile and is willing to get their hands dirty. Someone that wants to grow and is constantly challenging themselves to be better and faster at their work. This person must have a good background in various sectors of the electrical industry including industrial automation and control system installations and troubleshooting. Solar and backup installations and programming of various types of inverters and systems.
Requirements
Must have experience in solar and backup power systems.
Must have PV Greencard.
Must have experience in servicing, programming, maintaining and troubleshooting Solar systems.
Commercial Solar installation experience.
Electrical certificate of compliance inspection and repair experience.
Experience in working on residential, commercial and industrial sites.
Able to fault find on various electrical systems including control and industrial automation systems.
Experience in wiring distribution boards and control circuits.
Excellent attention to detail.
Generator installation experience.
Ability to work independently, in a team and lead a team and train assistants.
Work well with a team.
Will need to be hands on when it comes to the work.
Able to work under pressure and in stressful situations.
Good leadership skills.
Good at taking instructions from management.
Good communication and problem solving skills.
Good customer service skills.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and electronic schematics.
A fast worker.
Have a good attitude and wanting to better oneself in the electrical Field.
Computer literacy.
Valid drivers license.
DOL registered
South African ID.
Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
Sober habits and no criminal record. All checks will be done.
Must have a N4 - N6 qualification.
Minimum 5 years as a qualified electrician .
Minimum 2 years experience in solar installations.
Must be willing to work overtime, travel from time to time and be on a standby roster.
Must reside in Cape Town
A test of your knowledge and experience will be conducted at the time of interview.
Provide your CV, references, certificates, ID, Drivers License and availability. If the above is not provided with your CV, your application will not be considered.
If you can't meet all the above requirements your CV will not be considered.
Send all information to [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From R30 000,00 per month
Education:
• Certificate (Required)
Experience:
• Solar Installation : 2 years (Required)
• Electrician: 5 years (Required)
• Wiremans Licence : 3 years (Required)
Location:
• Cape Town, Western Cape (Required)
Application Deadline: 2026/03/20
We are looking for a person that is able to work well with people, a great leader, be a great communicator, have a positive spirit and be someone that goes the extra mile and is willing to get their hands dirty. Someone that wants to grow and is constantly challenging themselves to be better and faster at their work. This person must have a good background in various sectors of the electrical industry including industrial automation and control system installations and troubleshooting. Solar and backup installations and programming of various types of inverters and systems.
Requirements
Must have experience in solar and backup power systems.
Must have PV Greencard.
Must have experience in servicing, programming, maintaining and troubleshooting Solar systems.
Commercial Solar installation experience.
Electrical certificate of compliance inspection and repair experience.
Experience in working on residential, commercial and industrial sites.
Able to fault find on various electrical systems including control and industrial automation systems.
Experience in wiring distribution boards and control circuits.
Excellent attention to detail.
Generator installation experience.
Ability to work independently, in a team and lead a team and train assistants.
Work well with a team.
Will need to be hands on when it comes to the work.
Able to work under pressure and in stressful situations.
Good leadership skills.
Good at taking instructions from management.
Good communication and problem solving skills.
Good customer service skills.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and electronic schematics.
A fast worker.
Have a good attitude and wanting to better oneself in the electrical Field.
Computer literacy.
Valid drivers license.
DOL registered
South African ID.
Fluent in English and Afrikaans.
Sober habits and no criminal record. All checks will be done.
Must have a N4 - N6 qualification.
Minimum 5 years as a qualified electrician .
Minimum 2 years experience in solar installations.
Must be willing to work overtime, travel from time to time and be on a standby roster.
Must reside in Cape Town
A test of your knowledge and experience will be conducted at the time of interview.
Provide your CV, references, certificates, ID, Drivers License and availability. If the above is not provided with your CV, your application will not be considered.
If you can't meet all the above requirements your CV will not be considered.
Send all information to [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From R30 000,00 per month
Education:
• Certificate (Required)
Experience:
• Solar Installation : 2 years (Required)
• Electrician: 5 years (Required)
• Wiremans Licence : 3 years (Required)
Location:
• Cape Town, Western Cape (Required)
Application Deadline: 2026/03/20
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What is the 2026 national minimum wage for welders in South Africa?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R28.79 per hour from 1 March 2026 for all sectors including welding. Welders working more than 45 hours per week must receive 1.5 times this rate for overtime. Employers must display the wage schedule at every workplace.
Which trade certificate is required to legally work as a welder in South Africa in 2026?
Welders must hold a QCTO-registered occupational certificate in welding at NQF Level 4 obtained after completing a minimum 3-year apprenticeship and passing the trade test at an accredited centre. The certificate number must be verifiable on the QCTO database before any employer can hire the welder.
How many hours per week and days of annual leave apply to welder contracts in 2026?
Welders are limited to 45 ordinary hours per week and 8 hours per day under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. They are entitled to 21 consecutive days of paid annual leave after every 12 months of employment, calculated from the date of engagement.
What documents must South African welders submit when applying for formal employment in 2026?
Applicants must provide a valid South African ID, QCTO trade certificate, valid bank account details, and proof of UIF registration number. Employers are required to verify the trade certificate directly with the QCTO before issuing an employment contract.
