Senior Electrical Diesel Generator Technician

About the role

The Senior Electrical Diesel Generator Technician will install, commission, service, troubleshoot and repair diesel generator systems and their associated electrical infrastructure. The role combines workshop tasks with field service across South Africa, requiring frequent travel and support for critical power installations.

Key responsibilities

• Install and wire motorised circuit breakers.
• Install and commission ABB, Hager, Merlin Gerin or equivalent switchgear.
• Install and configure generator control panels.
• Program and troubleshoot Deep Sea Electronics (DSE) controllers.
• Test and commission Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS).
• Configure generator change‑over systems and related control circuits.
• Provide on‑site service, emergency call‑outs and standby support.

Required profile

• Qualified Electrician (Trade Test) with a valid Wireman's Licence.
• Electrical Engineering qualification or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years hands‑on experience with diesel generators.
• Extensive experience installing and commissioning generator systems, synchronisation and load‑sharing.
• Strong electrical fault‑finding ability and ability to read technical drawings.
• Valid South African driver’s licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Required skills

• Motorised circuit breakers.
• ABB, Hager, Merlin Gerin switchgear.
• Generator control panels.
• Deep Sea Electronics (DSE) controllers.
• Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS).
• Generator change‑over and synchronisation systems.
• Electrical fault diagnosis.
• Interpretation of electrical drawings and manuals.