Electrical Maintenance Engineer - High Voltage (40654)

Job title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer - High Voltage
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: ZAR50,000 - ZAR80,000/month + Benefits
Location: Western Cape
Job published: 28 March 2025
Job ID: 40654

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer - High Voltage for an industrial manufacturing concern in the Western Cape. Relocation assistance is available if required.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, specializing in high-voltage systems, automation, and maintenance. This role is critical to ensuring equipment efficiency, minimizing downtime, and driving process improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • NQF7 equivalent (Advanced Diploma/BTech/BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering) or GCC (held for at least five years).
  • Expertise in:
    • High Voltage Switching
    • SANS 10142 & 10142-1 compliance
    • Electronics and Electrical Circuitry
    • PLC & SCADA systems (Siemens S7) must be proficient in usage, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  • 5-10 years of experience in a factory setting
  • Strong background in LV, MV & HV switching and maintenance (Heavy Current experience is essential).
  • Knowledge of robotic systems and electrical machinery, including transformers and switching.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Equipment Efficiency & OEE Improvements:
    • Analyse downtime to identify production and quality issues.
    • Implement resolutions ensuring compliance with regulations.
    • Utilize problem-solving methodologies to prevent recurring equipment failures.
  • Project Implementation & Cost Efficiency:
    • Lead and execute efficiency improvement initiatives.
    • Scope and execute projects to meet safety, production, quality, and legislative requirements.
    • Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
  • Preventative & Predictive Maintenance:
    • Develop and refine preventative maintenance strategies.
    • Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure optimized machinery uptime.
    • Provide technical insights for maintenance planning and scheduling.
  • Compliance & Process Control:
    • Improve and implement Standard Work Instructions (SWI) and Maintenance Work Instructions (MWI).
    • Work with OEMs to incorporate best practices.
  • General Administration & Team Coordination:
    • Oversee project documentation and scheduling.

Key Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure in an industrial environment.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.
  • Project planning and execution experience.
  • Commitment to safety, compliance, and efficiency.

Salary is dependent on experience, R60k to R80k basic plus benefits, depending on experience

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