Qualifications and experience requirements

• Grade 12/Matric or equivalent
• Relevant electrical qualification, including a recognised Trade Test as an Electrician (Red Seal)

• Electrical Engineering qualification
• Supervisory or Management qualification     

• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical installation, manufacturing or industrial environments
• 2 to 3 years’ experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings and specifications
• 2 to 3 years’ experience coordinating electrical activities within project or manufacturing environments
• 2 to 3 years' experience coordinating or supporting installation and commissioning activities

• Experience managing or supporting commissioning and site installation activities
• Experience in construction is beneficial
• Knowledge of Zoning is required
• Experience working across multiple African countries and adapting to varying regulatory environments is advantageous.
• People management or supervision
• 2 to 3 years’ experience leading or supervising electrical teams

Key Responsibilities
Key Performance Area

• To design and plan electrical systems by developing compliant technical solutions aligned with project requirements, specifications, and applicable standards.
• To achieve project and operational delivery requirements by coordinating electrical planning activities, interpreting electrical drawings and specifications, allocating resources and scheduling electrical activities daily
• To support project delivery by collaborating with project, procurement, draughting and factory teams, identifying electrical risks and implementing corrective actions as required
• To maintain effective electrical workflow by prioritising work activities, balancing operational demands and coordinating labour, tools, equipment and material requirements daily

• To achieve electrical production and installation requirements by coordinating electrical manufacturing, assembly, installation and testing activities daily
• To support successful installation and commissioning activities by planning electrical resources, coordinating product readiness and resolving electrical issues as required
• To optimise electrical team productivity by monitoring labour utilisation, workflow efficiency and operational performance and implementing improvement initiatives as required
• To improve operational effectiveness by identifying inefficiencies, implementing practical improvements and supporting continuous improvement initiatives as required

• To maintain electrical quality standards by implementing quality requirements, monitoring workmanship and maintaining compliance with electrical specifications, customer requirements and company standards daily
• To support quality assurance activities by conducting tests, inspections, reviewing completed work and addressing quality concerns before project handover as required
• To reduce rework and quality defects by identifying quality trends, implementing preventative actions and promoting a culture of quality workmanship as required
• To maintain accurate quality and compliance records by monitoring the completion and retention of inspections, testing records, commissioning documentation and quality documentation as required

• To maintain a safe working environment by implementing safety requirements, monitoring compliance with procedures and addressing unsafe conditions and behaviours as required
• To maintain housekeeping and asset protection standards by supporting organised work areas, safe storage practices and responsible use of company equipment daily
• To maintain compliance with company and regulatory requirements by implementing policies, procedures and applicable electrical standards as required

• To maintain appropriate departmental resourcing by identifying workforce requirements, supporting recruitment and succession activities and maintaining approved staffing levels as required
• To achieve team performance requirements by defining expectations, monitoring delivery against targets, providing feedback and implementing corrective action monthly and as required
• To develop team capability by identifying skills gaps, facilitating coaching, supporting on-the-job training and implementing development activities as required
• To maintain workforce productivity and behavioural standards by monitoring attendance, performance and conduct and implementing corrective action as required
• To build a positive and engaged team culture by promoting teamwork, accountability, collaboration and constructive conflict resolution as required
• To support future team capability by identifying high-potential employees and supporting development opportunities as required

• To maintain the availability and reliability of electrical tools, equipment and testing instruments by monitoring utilisation, condition and maintenance requirements, and procuring as required
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and technical documentation.

• Technical Expertise
• Leadership
• Planning and Coordination
• Problem Solving
• Quality Management

Core Behaviours Required

• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Professionalism
• Reliability
• Continuous Improvement