Senior Electrical Technician

My client is looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join their Port Elizabeth Factory.

This person is responsible for delivering electrical engineering and technical support to ensure optimal equipment availability, operational efficiency, and safety within the plant.
If you’re a hands-on technical professional with strong PLC and robotics experience in a manufacturing environment, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform reactive, planned, and preventative maintenance across plant equipment and systems.
• Conduct fault finding, diagnostics, and root cause analysis on electrical and electronic systems.
• Maintain and programme PLCs and robotic systems to ensure process capability and efficiency.
• Ensure all maintenance job cards are completed and closed accurately.
• Provide electrical engineering support aligned with production requirements.
• Maintain machine process capability and equipment reliability.
• Ensure compliance with company controls, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Identify risks, report deviations, and support cost-control initiatives.
• Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (NQF 6).
• Red Seal Electrical
• Up to 8 years’ experience as an Electrical/Electronic Technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with PLCs and robotic systems.
• Computer literate (MS Office, ERP systems, MES).

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Action-oriented and detail-driven.
• Effective planning and organising skills.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Customer-focused with strong communication skills.
• High level of integrity and accountability.