Electrical Foreman
Company
RPO Recruitment
Location
Polokwane
Posted
13 days ago
Via
Jobrapido.com
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Job Description
We are currently looking for an experienced Electrical Foreman to join our team at RPO Recruitment. As an Electrical Foreman, you will play a crucial role in managing and supervising electrical installations and maintenance projects.
• *Responsibilities**:
- Plan and coordinate electrical installations and maintenance projects
- Supervise and manage a team of electricians and technicians
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
- Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment
- Troubleshoot electrical issues and provide solutions
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used
- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate work schedules
- Train and mentor junior electricians
- Monitor and manage project budgets
• *Requirements**:
- Proven experience as an Electrical Foreman or similar role
- Valid electrical license or certification
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems and components
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Good physical condition and manual dexterity
- Valid driver's license
• *Benefits**:
- Salary: negotiable
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Training & Development
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Salary: negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
• *Responsibilities**:
- Plan and coordinate electrical installations and maintenance projects
- Supervise and manage a team of electricians and technicians
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
- Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment
- Troubleshoot electrical issues and provide solutions
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used
- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate work schedules
- Train and mentor junior electricians
- Monitor and manage project budgets
• *Requirements**:
- Proven experience as an Electrical Foreman or similar role
- Valid electrical license or certification
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems and components
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Good physical condition and manual dexterity
- Valid driver's license
• *Benefits**:
- Salary: negotiable
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Training & Development
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Salary: negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
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.
