Job Description:
Are you passionate about electrical systems, automation, and keeping high-performance machinery running at its best? An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified and experienced Electrical Technician to join a leading steel processing operation located in Saldanha, Western Cape. We’re looking for a hands-on professional who thrives in an engineering and manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Electrical Technician and play a key role in maintaining and optimizing the plant’s electrical and automation systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on electrical and electronic systems, including Siemens drives.
Install and upgrade electrical systems.
Program, fault-find and optimize Siemens S5/S7 PLCs, Siemens Master Drives, and Intouch HMI systems.
Conduct condition monitoring and analyze equipment efficiency.
Support the continuous improvement of plant performance.

Minimum Requirements:

S4 Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification (as per NQF and SAQA).
Minimum of 3 years’ post-S4 experience, or 10 years post-N6 experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
Proven experience with Siemens S5/S7 PLCs and Siemens Master Drives (or equivalent).
Instrumentation experience will be advantageous.
Ability to interpret complex electrical and electronic drawings.
Supervisory and mentoring skills essential.
Valid and unendorsed driver’s license.
Willingness to perform standby and call-out duties and relocate to the West Coast if required.

Personal Attributes:

Is positive, energetic and self-motivated
Demonstrates strong communication skills
Has excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
Possesses a solid work ethic and attention to detail
Works effectively independently and as part of a team
Maintains sober habits and a professional attitude