Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Manager

Recruiter:

Lexdan Select

Job Ref:

CPT000300/HN

Date posted:

Friday, May 8, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R850 000

SUMMARY:
Lexdan Select is assisting an Mining Buisness with their search for an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Manager, based in Johannesburg.

POSITION INFO:
We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Manager to lead and manage the design, development, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical and instrumentation systems within an industrial environment. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role responsible for technical excellence, team leadership, project delivery, safety compliance, and continuous improvement, while contributing to strategic and financial objectives of the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the design, development, and approval of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, including power distribution, motor control, PLC, SCADA, and DCS solutions Manage and mentor E&I engineers, technicians, and electricians, ensuring high technical standards, performance management, and skills development Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and performance validation of E&I systems in industrial and OEM environments Ensure full compliance with electrical standards, safety regulations, and quality systems (IEC, NEC, ISO, risk assessments, audits) Provide senior technical expertise and troubleshooting, including root cause analysis for complex electrical, instrumentation, and automation issues Plan and manage E&I projects, budgets, resources, and timelines, ensuring delivery on time and within budget Drive system reliability, continuous improvement, and innovation through automation, predictive maintenance, and bestâpractice engineering Act as the technical and departmental interface with executive leadership, clients, suppliers, and crossâfunctional teams Key Requirements Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (Required) ECSA Professional Registration (Pr. Eng \/ Pr. Tech Eng) highly desirable Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Advantageous) Experience Minimum 10 years' experience in Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering At least 3 years in a management or senior leadership role Proven experience managing complex industrial or OEM projects Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams and manage performance

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