Assistant Electrician

Assistant Electrician

Johannesburg, South Africa

Company
Rubicon
Location
Johannesburg
Posted
4 days ago
Via
Trabajo.org

Job Description
**About the Assistant Electrician role**

The main role of the Assistant Electrician is to assist the Electrician on a daily basis on installations and to be able to work independently on custom required builds and servicing of equipment.
• *Assistant Electrician responsibilities**
- Assisting with Electrical System installation (UPS and Power quality equipment from installation to sign off).
- Be able to interpret basic electrical drawings.
- Basic Fault finding and diagnosis of electrical equipment.
- Maintain and Servicing of electrical equipment. (SLA agreements).
- Understanding and operation of hand and power tools
- Perform other various tasks as instructed by management.
• *Role requirements**:

- Matric/NQF4/Technical N3 in Electrical Field
- 3-5 years professional and industry experience.
- Ideally, basic knowledge of Power Solutions. (UPS and Power quality).
- Good written and verbal English.
- High degree of independence and personal responsibility.
- Detail orientated and ensures safe working environment at all times.
- Works well independently.
- Able to travel both locally and internationally for site assessments/fault finding and commissioning of equipment
- Must be in possession of a valid driver's licence (**essential**) and own vehicle (preferred).
• *Personal competencies**:

- Pronounced customer and solutions orientation.
- Detail orientated and ensure safe working environment at all times.
- Neat and presentable.
- Punctual with good attendance and stable track record
- Being able to develop good working relationships and trust with various teams.
- Always keeping the end-user, internal and external customers in mind.
- Results and deadline driven.
• *Headquarters and travel requirements**:
The Power solutions Assistant Electrician will be headquartered in Johannesburg at the Linbro offices. The role will involve the occasional travel to site to complete installations etc.
• *About Rubicon Group**:
Rubicon Group is a young, dynamic, and high-growth company operating in exciting markets. We are looking for smart, hard-working people with integrity to join us. One of our goals is to continually improve our business, and to that end, we are seeking people who enjoy a challenge, are keen to learn, take ownership, think critically, and provide new solutions on where we can improve. We offer a great work environment, market-related remuneration packages, and an opportunity to develop personally and within a team.

Rubicon Group is dedicated to advancing transformative technologies in emerging markets.

Our focus areas are sustainable technology, encompassing renewable energy and storage, e-mobility, intelligent lighting, and building management as well as industrial technology, comprising advanced factory automation, connectivity, and robotics.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Electrician Jobs in South Africa

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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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