Master Electrician (Port Elizabeth)

Description

• To maintain, repair and improve the site's electrical systems and equipment installed in flammable areas to ensure safe, reliable and efficient production. The role also provides technical guidance to the electrical team regarding electrical equipment selection, maintenance and installation in flammable areas and ensures compliance with legal requirements and company standards.

Requirements
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain, repair and install electrical equipment, circuits and infrastructure in explosive atmospheres to ensure reliable operations
• Plan and carry out scheduled maintenance and inspections to prevent electrical fire in flammable areas.
• Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults, determine the root cause and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure electrical installations and equipment comply with the OHS Act, applicable regulations, electrical standards and company procedures.
• Guide and support the electrical team, provide technical advice regarding electrical equipment installed in explosive atmospheres and assist with training and development.
• Install, test, validate and commission electrical equipment and systems before they are put into operation.
• Manage electrical installations in hazardous areas and ensure the required inspections, classifications and Certificates of Compliance (COCs) are in place.
• Ensure electrical workshop tools, equipment and assets are properly maintained and meet required standards.
• Complete work orders, maintenance records and reports, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Identify opportunities to improve electrical systems, safety, maintenance practices, efficiency and cost savings

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification:

• Grade 12/Matric
• N4 - N6 or equivalent in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering
• Trade tested Fitter/ Electrical/ Millwright
• Registered as a Master Electrician at Department of Labour

Experience:

• 6 years’ Engineering experience related to mechanical and electric repair and maintenance on equipment
• Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, standards and regulations.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and use diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing standards and compliance requirements.