Electrical Maintenance Technician – Durban

About the role

The Electrical Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of plant machinery and electrical equipment. You will work on a variety of high‑ and low‑voltage systems, performing repairs, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting while adhering to EHS standards.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns of LV‑MV motors, switchboards, MCCs, plant lighting, transformers, UPS, VFDs, breakers and soft starters.
• Carry out planned, preventive and predictive maintenance with minimal supervision.
• Diagnose electrical failures, repair or replace components, re‑assemble and test equipment.
• Use SAP to order spare parts and record all maintenance activities.
• Monitor recurring issues and recommend modifications to reduce downtime.
• Provide guidance to junior electricians, trainees and contractors.
• Participate in 5S, Business Excellence and safety initiatives to improve plant performance.

Required profile

• Diploma in a relevant electrical field.
• Completion of PEC Craft Training.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in heavy‑industry electrical maintenance.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Experience with LV‑MV motors, LV switchboards, MCCs, transformers, UPS, VFDs, breakers and soft starters.
• Proficiency in SAP for maintenance management.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals and instructions.
• Familiarity with standard maintenance tools and basic IT applications.