Engineering · Full-time
Direct employerElectrician (Fixed-Term Contract)
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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Purpose of the Role To ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of electrical equipment and machinery within the milling plant through effective preventative maintenance, fault-finding, breakdown repairs and electrical installations. The role contributes to achieving production targets by minimising equipment downtime, improving equipment reliability and ensuring compliance with electrical safety standards and operational procedures. Key Responsibilities Perform electrical maintenance, repairs and installations on milling and production equipment.
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Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, ensuring safe and efficient restoration of operations.
Conduct electrical fault-finding on motors, drives, control circuits, sensors, electrical panels and related equipment. Execute planned and preventative maintenance activities in accordance with established maintenance schedules. Complete and close maintenance job cards accurately and within required timelines. Conduct routine equipment inspections to identify potential failures and prevent unplanned downtime. Support production teams during equipment start-ups, changeovers and operational challenges. Ensure compliance with electrical isolation, lockout procedures and occupational health and safety requirements. Maintain high standards of housekeeping within electrical panels, workshops and designated work areas.
Identify and communicate recurring faults, outstanding maintenance activities and equipment-related risks. Participate in root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability. Collaborate with mechanical artisans, machine operators and maintenance personnel to achieve operational objectives. Maintain productivity and take accountability for assigned maintenance activities from initiation through to completion. Minimum Qualifications and Experience Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a relevant electrical trade qualification. Minimum of 4 years' relevant electrical maintenance experience, preferably within an FMCG, milling or manufacturing environment.
Sound knowledge of electrical systems, fault-finding and preventative maintenance practices. Understanding of occupational health and safety requirements and electrical compliance standards. Experience working with planned maintenance systems will be advantageous. Key Skills and Competencies Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to breakdowns. Good communication and teamwork skills. High attention to detail and commitment to safety. Effective time management and organisational skills. Proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement. Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.
We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play. Explore the vacancies we currently have available @TigerBrands.