Metallurgical Plant Electrician

MET PLANT ELECTRICIAN (Grading C2)

Job specification:

• Trade Test preferably Section 13 or Section 26(D).
• Must be in possession of an N2 certificate.
• Proficiency in English and any other of the 11 official languages
• Ability to work flexible hours and perform standby duties.
• 2-3 years post qualification experience, having worked in a Gold Plant will be advantageous.
• Independent judgment, initiative, and outstanding technical and communication skills are required and essential.
• Excellent knowledge of surface electrical installations, distribution, and standards.
• Depth knowledge of electrical voltages and lock-out procedure
• South African Driver’s license (Code 8-10) essential
• South African Citizenship
• Clear Criminal Record

Responsibilities:

• Functional support, quality control, and best practices within the Gold Plant section
• Specialized knowledge to analyse and solve complex problems.
• Perform effective routine maintenance in electrical, planning, and project organization.
• Troubleshooting and detailed fault analysis
• Ability to make rough sketches, pre-planning, estimate cost, and report to supervisor.
• Preventative and scheduled maintenance on switch gears, transformers, and electrical cables
• Manage and maintain in area of responsibility in accordance with prescribed standard procedures, specifications, and practices.
• Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto: “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”.