Gauteng: Electrical Technician posted by HandPicked Recruitment

• Trade-tested Electrician or Millwright (electrical bias)
• 2–3 years’ industrial maintenance experience in FMCG (food or related products preferred)
• Exposure to manufacturing machinery and fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical wiring, motors, drives, and control panels.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults (e.g., wiring, sensors, relays, fuses, VSDs).
• Support installation of new equipment (wiring, sensor setup, motor connections).
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical components.
• Use diagnostic tools (multimeter, clamp meter) to isolate faults.
• Liaise with automation contractors for PLC-related support.
• Follow safe electrical practices and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

 
Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong industrial electrical skills: wiring, panels, and motor controls.
• Familiar with sensors, switches, relays, and VSDs.
• Fault-finding ability in fast-moving production environments.
• Willingness to learn basic PLC input/output checks.
• Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.

Please note:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted