Senior Electrician
Company
Ziyana Business Consulting and Training
Location
Durban
Via
Talent.com
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Job Description
Our client is looking for a suitable qualified and experienced individual who can provide good engineering practices reliable preventative maintenance while adhering to company standards and procedures in ensuring that the assets of the company are always maintained to the required standards. To oversee and coordinate effective training development and assessment of assigned apprentices. Responsible areas and departments are Weaving Knitting Preparation Make-up Dyehouse Warehouse Factory Shop and Admin.
The incumbent will be responsible for the following :
Maintenance :
Ensure that predictive & preventive maintenance is effectively performed to minimize downtime and maintenance costs.
Attend machine breakdowns as quickly as possible to minimize downtime.
Ensure that safety standards are maintained and best practices followed when maintaining equipment.
Solve problems as they arise and ensure that any major problems have been communicated to the Engineering Manager ASAP.
Manage critical spares to minimize downtime due to equipment breakdown.
Fix damaged or worn parts to be put back into production to save money on spares wherever possible.
Control all relevant tools and critical spares so that they are available when needed.
Manage maintenance expenditure (spares / contract work) in line with the budget.
Maintain housekeeping standards to prevent accidents or incidents.
Maintain documentation and records for traceability and analysis purposes.
Development :
Assess modifications or new equipment requirements to meet new product developments.
Provide input to improve current machinery and operations to optimized cost.
Mentor :
Act as a subject matter expert to assist other artisans in resolving technical issues.
Act as a mentor and coach to uplift people improve motivation and provide life skills.
Facilitate performance management and disciplinary processes.
Conduct training as and when required to ensure skills transfer and
Required Skills :
Electrician Trade Test. 5 or more years working experience as an Electrician in a Textile environment. Good communication and Interpersonal skills. Technical and training skills.
Key Skills
Low Voltage,Algebra,Electrical Experience,NEC,Military Experience,Tube Bending,Commercial Driving,Schematics,Medical Imaging,Project Management Software,Programmable Logic Controllers,Manufacturing
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
The incumbent will be responsible for the following :
Maintenance :
Ensure that predictive & preventive maintenance is effectively performed to minimize downtime and maintenance costs.
Attend machine breakdowns as quickly as possible to minimize downtime.
Ensure that safety standards are maintained and best practices followed when maintaining equipment.
Solve problems as they arise and ensure that any major problems have been communicated to the Engineering Manager ASAP.
Manage critical spares to minimize downtime due to equipment breakdown.
Fix damaged or worn parts to be put back into production to save money on spares wherever possible.
Control all relevant tools and critical spares so that they are available when needed.
Manage maintenance expenditure (spares / contract work) in line with the budget.
Maintain housekeeping standards to prevent accidents or incidents.
Maintain documentation and records for traceability and analysis purposes.
Development :
Assess modifications or new equipment requirements to meet new product developments.
Provide input to improve current machinery and operations to optimized cost.
Mentor :
Act as a subject matter expert to assist other artisans in resolving technical issues.
Act as a mentor and coach to uplift people improve motivation and provide life skills.
Facilitate performance management and disciplinary processes.
Conduct training as and when required to ensure skills transfer and
Required Skills :
Electrician Trade Test. 5 or more years working experience as an Electrician in a Textile environment. Good communication and Interpersonal skills. Technical and training skills.
Key Skills
Low Voltage,Algebra,Electrical Experience,NEC,Military Experience,Tube Bending,Commercial Driving,Schematics,Medical Imaging,Project Management Software,Programmable Logic Controllers,Manufacturing
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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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.
