Electrical Technician (P002491) at North West University

Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To ensure that all electrical (HT & LT) and mechanical equipment and machines are in safe working condition and maintained according to all regulations.
• To be appointed as the GMR 2.7 for Potchefstroom Campus.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• General Maintenance and contract management
• Ensure all faulty equipment are repaired to SANS regulations.
• Preventative/ reactive maintenance
• Manage work orders as per IWMS system, draft schedules and manage budgets.
• Compliance: Regular inspections on equipment
• Ensure Compliance: Do inspections and report.
• Control permit system
• Ensure all work are done according to regulations and safety requirements.
• Manage contractors, Artisans and Artisan Assistants
• Ensure all work are done by artisans and follow up and train where needed.
• Communication between user, contractor and Artisan
• Update User as per requirements and keep the systems statuses updated.
• Standby and standby generators
• React in the event of mayor failure, ensure emergency power and communicate.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to prepare planning schedules with measurable intermediate goals.
• Good verbal communication and report-writing skills.
• Computer Literacy: MS Excel and specialized programmes applicable to function.
• Advanced knowledge of infrastructure processes.
• Emergency power generation and 11000V switching OHRVS.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Enthusiastic team player with positive social & interpersonal skills.
• Able to operate with minimum supervision.
• Pro-active and innovative problem-solver.
• Resolve problems and manage personnel reporting to him/her.

Minimum requirements

• A relevant Electrical/Mechanical post-school qualification.
• A relevant accredited Trade qualification.
• Must have the relevant requirements to be appointed as GMR 2.7.
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ technical experience related to field of expertise.

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• A bachelor’s degree/Advanced Certificate (NQF Level 7) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Design/Project Management.
• Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
• A government certificate of competency.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

• 6 July 2025