Shift Electricians
Cape Town, South AfricaCompany
Midvaal Recruitment
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Job Description
SHIFT ELECTRICIANS (x2)
Reference: MID600
Location: Cape Town, Kuils Rivier
Role Purpose:
Shift Electricians will be responsible for maintaining optimal working conditions across the entire facility. The role includes fault finding, repairs, preventative maintenance and responding to electrical emergencies, ensuring uninterrupted production.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform electrical fault finding on motors, drives, VSDs, PLCs and control systems.
• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment, both low and high voltage.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and new projects.
• Ensure correct use of lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety compliance.
• Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports.
• Liaise with mechanical teams to support plant operation.
Minimum Requirements:
• Red Seal Electrician qualification (essential).
• Experience working with:
• Motors
• Soft starters
• Drives / VSDs
• PLCs (fault finding experience required)
• Not afraid of working at heights and must be medically fit.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
• Ability to work shifts and handle emergency callouts.
Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to cv@midvaalrecruitment.co.za
Use reference number MID600 in email subject line
Reference: MID600
Location: Cape Town, Kuils Rivier
Role Purpose:
Shift Electricians will be responsible for maintaining optimal working conditions across the entire facility. The role includes fault finding, repairs, preventative maintenance and responding to electrical emergencies, ensuring uninterrupted production.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform electrical fault finding on motors, drives, VSDs, PLCs and control systems.
• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment, both low and high voltage.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Attend to breakdowns promptly to minimise downtime.
• Assist with electrical installations, upgrades and new projects.
• Ensure correct use of lock-out/tag-out procedures and safety compliance.
• Complete job cards, maintenance logs and shift reports.
• Liaise with mechanical teams to support plant operation.
Minimum Requirements:
• Red Seal Electrician qualification (essential).
• Experience working with:
• Motors
• Soft starters
• Drives / VSDs
• PLCs (fault finding experience required)
• Not afraid of working at heights and must be medically fit.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
• Ability to work shifts and handle emergency callouts.
Kindly send detailed CV, Certificates, and ID copy to cv@midvaalrecruitment.co.za
Use reference number MID600 in email subject line
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Electrician Jobs in South Africa
What is the national minimum wage for electricians in South Africa in 2026?
The Department of Employment and Labour sets the national minimum wage at R30.33 per hour effective 1 March 2026, equating to R5,900 per month for a standard 45-hour week. Electricians must be paid at least this rate unless covered by a sectoral determination. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 45 per week.
What work visa do foreign electricians need to work in South Africa in 2026?
Foreign electricians qualify for the Critical Skills Work Visa if they hold a Red Seal trade certificate, valid for 5 years and renewable once. A job offer from a registered employer and proof of qualifications are required for application. Processing takes 8-10 weeks at a cost of R1,520.
What qualifications and experience are required to become a certified electrician in South Africa?
Applicants need an N2 National Certificate in Electrical Engineering, 36 months practical experience, and a successful trade test for Red Seal endorsement as of 2026. The trade test is conducted at accredited centres costing R2,500. Registration follows with the QCTO.
What documents are needed to apply for electrician registration with the government in South Africa?
Submit certified ID, N2 certificate, logbook with 36 months experience signed by employer, and trade test results to the DOL for registration valid from 2026. The fee is R320 per application. Processing takes 21 working days.
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