Electrician

Introduction:
Our client, a well-established and reputable supplier of poultry and piggery equipment, is seeking a qualified and experienced Electrician to join their technical team based in Brackenfell ,Cape Town. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality on-site technical services, including installations, repairs, maintenance, and customer support within the agricultural sector. This role requires a hands-on, solutions-driven individual who is customer-focused and willing to travel nationally.

Job Purpose:
To provide professional on-site technical expertise in the installation, repair, servicing, programming, and maintenance of poultry and piggery equipment. The role focuses on fault finding, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, commissioning, and ensuring optimal performance of installed systems while maintaining strong customer relationships.

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education (essential):

• National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• Qualified Electrician – Red Seal Trade Test Certificate
• Diploma or Higher Diploma in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering (advantageous)

Minimum applicable experience (years):

• 3–5 years relevant technical experience

Required nature of experience:

• Installation, repair, and servicing of poultry and piggery equipment
• Electrical wiring, distribution boards, and fault finding
• Programming and commissioning of technical equipment
• Attending to breakdowns and after-hour callouts
• Working in agricultural or industrial environments

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety practices and procedures
• Experience with SKOV, CODAF or similar systems (advantageous)
• Strong administrative and reporting ability
• Computer literacy (MS Office & relevant technical software)

Other:

• Willingness and Flexibility to travel and to attend after-hours callouts when required.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Proficient in English (Afrikaans advantageous)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND OBJECTIVES
Installations & Commissioning

• Install poultry and piggery equipment according to customer specifications
• Install electrical wiring, distribution boards and related systems
• Assist with project commissioning
• Ensure installations comply with safety standards

Repairs, Maintenance & Fault Finding

• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults
• Conduct repairs and preventative maintenance
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently
• Attend breakdowns and after-hour callouts

Customer Support & Field Service

• Conduct regular site visits and inspections
• Provide on-site customer support
• Resolve customer queries and technical concerns
• Maintain strong client relationship

Administration & Reporting

• Complete job cards accurately and timeously
• Produce detailed service and installation reports
• Maintain technical documentation
• Assist with stock taking where required

Operational Support & Compliance

• Assist Operations Manager and installation teams
• Oversee ongoing projects when required
• Make ad hoc stock deliveries
• Adhere to Health & Safety standards and procedures
• Stay updated with technological developments in the industry