Synopsis

An industrial operation is seeking a hands-on Electrical Foreman to take responsibility for the electrical maintenance function in Durban. The position leads electricians, assistants, apprentices and contractors while coordinating preventative maintenance, breakdown response and electrical projects across a demanding operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, allocate and supervise electrical maintenance and project work.
Estimate labour, materials and time requirements for electrical jobs.
Ensure assigned projects are completed within approved timeframes and budgets.
Supervise electricians, assistants, apprentices and external contractors.
Plan and manage preventative electrical maintenance programmes.
Coordinate maintenance requirements for cranes and associated electrical systems.
Perform and oversee technical fault finding and root-cause analysis.
Ensure work complies with health, safety and quality-control requirements.
Maintain departmental accountability for electrical maintenance performance.

Qualifications / Minimum Requirements

Qualified Electrician with a recognised Trade Test.
Valid Wireman's Licence.
Medium-voltage experience or certification.
Approximately twelve years of post-apprenticeship experience, including substantial supervisory exposure.
Strong industrial maintenance experience within manufacturing and/or ship-repair environments.
Experience with crane electrical systems is relevant to the position.
An Electrical Engineering qualification is advantageous.