Johannesburg: Senior Electrician

Are you a skilled electrician with a passion for precision and problem-solving? This is your opportunity to take on a senior, hands-on role leading complex electrical installations and control panel builds for commercial and HVAC projects. In this pivotal role, you will design, assemble, and maintain advanced electrical systems — from safety circuits and voltage protection to PLC integration and VSD programming. Working closely with the Operations and Technical Services team, you’ll ensure every installation meets national safety standards and exceeds client expectations. Our client is a trusted specialist in technical building services, delivering high-quality electrical, HVAC, and plumbing solutions across diverse commercial and residential projects. Their culture values teamwork, integrity, and continuous technical growth. What You’ll Do Design and develop electrical schematics and wiring diagrams. Build and wire complex refrigeration and HVAC control panels. Implement safety circuits, voltage protection, and PLC inputs/outputs (230v/24v/12v). Configure PLC control using 0–10v signals and execute VSD wiring and programming. Conduct inspections, fault finding, and compliance testing. Supervise installations and provide technical guidance to the electrical team. Ensure all systems comply with SANS and industry safety codes. What You Bring NQF Level 4–5 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification. Wireman’s license in HVAC (advantageous). Minimum 8 years’ experience as an electrician, including at least 3 years in control panel wiring. Hands-on experience with refrigeration control systems, PLCs, and VSDs. Strong understanding of safety, voltage protection, and control circuits. Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites. What Success Looks Like Accurate and compliant electrical installations. Reliable, high-performance control panels that enhance system efficiency. Effective mentorship of junior technicians. On-time, high-quality project delivery aligned with company standards.