Electrical Technician: Protection

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES024229/KSE

Date posted:

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a skilled Electrical Technician with strong Protection experience to support the installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control systems within substations and power networks.

POSITION INFO:

Installation, testing, and commissioning of protection relays and control panels
Secondary injection testing of protection schemes
Fault finding, maintenance, and repairs on protection and control systems
Interpretation of protection drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Assist with substation commissioning and outage work
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and industry standards
Prepare test reports and commissioning documentation

Minimum Requirements:

National Diploma or Trade Test in Electrical Engineering
Proven experience as an Electrical Technician with Protection exposure
Hands-on experience with protection relays (e.g. Siemens, ABB, Schneider, SEL)
Knowledge of HV/MV substations and protection schemes
Ability to work independently and within project teams
Willingness to travel and work on-site when required

Advantageous:

Experience with IEC 61850
Substation commissioning experience
Valid driver’s license

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For more information contact:
Kagiso Sebalo

Senior Recruitment Consultant

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