Pietermaritzburg: Electrician

A leading manufacturer in the flexible packaging industry based in Kwazulu Natal, is seeking to employ a skilled and highly motivated Qualified Electrician to join their dynamic team. This is a great opportunity to work in a progressive, fast-growing company were technical expertise and innovation drive success. Key Responsibilities: Perform all general electrical work, including installations, fault finding, repairs, and preventative maintenance. Diagnose and maintain PLC systems, drives, and automation components to ensure efficient production uptime. Support machine commissioning, upgrades, and modifications across extrusion, printing, lamination, slitting and bagging lines. Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability. Adhere to safety standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct planned maintenance checks Minimum Requirements: Matric Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship (Trade Test or equivalent). Solid knowledge of general industrial electrical systems, control panels, and wiring standards. Hands-on experience with PLCs, drives, sensors, and automation systems. Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Added Advantages: Experience in the flexible packaging or plastics industry (extrusion, printing, lamination, slitting, bag-making). Further electrical / automation qualifications will be highly beneficial. Exposure to FSSC 22000, ISO, or similar quality and safety systems.