Production Assistant / Maintenance Electrician – Durban

SUMMARY:
 
Production Assistant / Maintenance Electrician – Durban
Our client is seeking a hands-on, qualified Production Assistant / Maintenance Electrician to support maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of their manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be technically strong, self-motivated, and able to work effectively under pressure in a production environment.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities: Perform electrical maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance on plant equipment and infrastructure Inspect and clean electrical panels and conduct thermal checks on panels and machinery Troubleshoot manufacturing lines, program PLCs, and calibrate sensors Perform basic mechanical repairs and identify equipment requiring replacement or upgrades Manage the spare parts room and maintain accurate stock levels Drive process improvements to reduce waste, improve productivity, and optimise electrical usage Maintain downtime, maintenance, and equipment records and support upgrade projects Issue Certificates of Compliance following electrical installations and repairs Train, supervise and mentor employees while coordinating with other departments and management Monitor performance, quality, safety and compliance with relevant legislation and company procedures Assist with budgets, forecasts, CAPEX and resource allocation Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety, lockout\/tagout and occupational health and safety requirements Requirements: Qualified Electrician with a recognised trade-test certificate Matric or equivalent qualification Relevant N3, N4 or higher electrical qualification advantageous Thorough knowledge of SANS 10142 and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as applicable to electrical work Experience with PLCs, sensors, electrical systems and industrial maintenance Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals and technical instructions Strong problem-solving, analytical and logical thinking skills Good leadership, communication and team coordination skills Ability to manage tasks, budgets and reports effectively Self-motivated, practical and able to work with limited supervision Ability to work under pressure, particularly during production breakdowns Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.