Electrical Technician, Port Elizabeth

Electrical Technician – Gqeberha Factory

Role Overview

The Electrical Technician is responsible for delivering electrical engineering and technical support to ensure optimal machine availability, operational efficiency, and compliance within a manufacturing environment. The role supports production targets through effective maintenance execution, PLC programming, fault diagnosis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Performance Areas

Technical Support and Maintenance

• Execute reactive, planned, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Perform advanced fault finding, diagnostics, and root cause analysis on electrical systems.
• Maintain and improve machine process capability.
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC systems and robotic equipment.
• Ensure all maintenance job cards are accurately completed and closed.
• Provide plant-wide technical support as required.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Operate in accordance with company policies, procedures, and engineering standards.
• Identify and escalate operational risks within area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and regulatory requirements.

Cost and Resource Control

• Promote efficient use of maintenance resources and consumables.
• Control maintenance-related expenditure within budget guidelines.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising production output.

Customer and Stakeholder Support

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with production and cross-functional teams.
• Deliver high-quality technical services aligned to production requirements.
• Demonstrate integrity and accountability in all problem-solving initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

Educational

• National Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (NQF 6)
• Qualified Artisan with Trade Test certification

Experience

• Up to 3 years' experience as an Electrical or Electronic Technician in a manufacturing environment
• Proven PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Exposure to robotics in an automated production environment

Technical Competencies

• Strong PLC and robotic systems knowledge.
• ERP and MES system exposure.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Root Cause Analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

Behavioural Competencies

• Action-oriented with strong problem-solving ability.
• Analytical and detail-focused.
• Strong planning and organising skills.
• Resilient under production pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-focused with high accountability.