Production Assistant / Maintenance Electrician

Production Assistant / Maintenance Electrician – Durban
Our client is looking for a hands-on, qualified Production Assistant / Maintenance Electrician to support maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of their manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be technically strong, self-motivated, and able to work effectively under pressure in a production environment.

Responsibilities:

Perform electrical maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance on plant equipment and infrastructure
Inspect and clean electrical panels and conduct thermal checks on panels and machinery
Troubleshoot manufacturing lines, program PLCs, and calibrate sensors
Perform basic mechanical repairs and identify equipment requiring replacement or upgrades
Manage the spare parts room and maintain accurate stock levels
Drive process improvements to reduce waste, improve productivity, and optimise electrical usage
Maintain downtime, maintenance, and equipment records and support upgrade projects
Issue Certificates of Compliance following electrical installations and repairs
Train, supervise and mentor employees while coordinating with other departments and management
Monitor performance, quality, safety and compliance with relevant legislation and company procedures
Assist with budgets, forecasts, CAPEX and resource allocation
Ensure strict adherence to electrical safety, lockout/tagout and occupational health and safety requirements

Requirements:

Qualified Electrician with a recognised trade-test certificate
Matric or equivalent qualification
Relevant N3, N4 or higher electrical qualification advantageous
Thorough knowledge of SANS 10142 and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as applicable to electrical work
Experience with PLCs, sensors, electrical systems and industrial maintenance
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals and technical instructions
Strong problem-solving, analytical and logical thinking skills
Good leadership, communication and team coordination skills
Ability to manage tasks, budgets and reports effectively
Self-motivated, practical and able to work with limited supervision
Ability to work under pressure, particularly during production breakdowns