Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician


Company
Oxyon People Solutions
Location
Polokwane
Via
Ditto Jobs

Job Description
The main objective of the position and Tasks Description (not limited)

We are looking for an Electrical Technician to undertake a variety of tasks relating to setting up electrical infrastructure on site.

She/He will:

· understand the executed plans of electrical wiring and other electrical systems
• supervise the service providers in charge of the Underground gird, Electrical works DC and AC, CCTV systems
• observe the on-labor dedicated to the conducts, cables routing, safety, and distribution components (e.g. switches, resistors, circuit-breaker panels, etc.) providing a constructive analysis
• prevent the breakdown of systems by inspecting the wiring and insulated cables, cleaning circuits, etc.
• perform effective troubleshooting to identify hazards/malfunctions and report them

· Work in collaboration and Support HSE, Quality, and Commissioning Teams;

· Punch list resolution;

Education and Technical Skills Level (academic degree, experience, courses, habilitations, language, …)

Engineering school degree, BS degree in Engineering

Proven experience as an electrician 3 years minimum

Experience in industrial electrical systems ideally in Solar PV projects

Driving license

Proficiency Levels - Native (100%); Fluent (75% - 100%), Advanced (50% - 75%) e Limited (25% - 50%)

§ Native: Official language of the country of the Local Organization

§ Fluent: English

§ Advanced: French or Portuguese or Spanish (preferential).

Required Soft Skills (autonomy level, responsibility level, accuracy, interpersonal skills, …)

· Demonstrable ability to use electrical and hand tools (e.g. wire strippers, voltmeter, etc.)

· Thorough knowledge of safety procedures and legal regulations and guidelines

· Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability

· Results and Customer Orientation;

· Resource management (human and material);

· High level of initiative and autonomy;

· Ability to plan and organize teams and activities;

· Coordination and motivation abilities;

· Excellent interpersonal relationships;

· Excellent domain of verbal and written expression;

· Adaptability, including cases of high complexity;

· Resilience;

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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