Junior Electrician

Our client, a leading fruit packhouse and cold-storage facility based in Grabouw, is seeking a Junior Electrician to join their technical team.

This position is ideal for a qualified electrician who enjoys hands‑on fault‑finding, preventative maintenance and working in a fast‑paced production environment. The successful candidate will assist with maintaining electrical systems and equipment to support the reliable operation of the packhouse and refrigeration facilities.

• Install, maintain and repair electrical equipment and systems.
• Diagnose electrical faults and carry out repairs promptly.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics and technical manuals.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities.
• Ensure that all work complies with applicable electrical and workplace safety standards.
• Work closely with technical, production and logistics teams.

• Completed electrical trade test.
• Wireman’s licence.
• Valid Code 8 driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Computer literacy.
• Physically fit and comfortable working at heights.
• Willingness to work overtime, standby shifts and extended hours when required.

Experience with PLCs, mechanical systems or equipment used in a production, packhouse or refrigeration environment will be advantageous.