South Africa: Maintenance Technician (High Voltage Specialist) posted by Mecad Systems

• Execute corrective and preventive maintenance on high-voltage installations
• Draft and validate switching instructions and documentation
• Carry out electrical testing and fault analysis
• Supervise external contractors and ensure compliance with safety procedures
• Contribute to shutdowns, turnarounds, and complex electrical projects
• Ensure data accuracy and planning updates in SAP maintenance systems

 
You’ll work closely with engineers and production teams, acting as the key point of contact during high-risk operations and major maintenance events.

To qualify for this role, you should have:

• Ability to assess complex electrical faults and safety-critical conditions
• Experience with software-based and hardware-based control systems
• Familiarity with SAP or equivalent maintenance systems
• A Red Seal qualification or equivalent technical diploma in Electrical Engineering
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in high-voltage operations
• Certified or willing to be certified in NEN 3140 VP/IV/WV and NEN 3840 VP/IV/WV
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English – and motivated to learn Dutch